Benjamin Rogoff Gideon
About Benjamin
Biography
Attorney Benjamin Gideon is trusted by his clients to handle some of the most complex, high-profile legal battles in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and elsewhere in New England and the nation.
Many of Ben’s cases involve people who were seriously injured or killed because of negligence within large corporations. He is motivated to hold negligent corporations accountable, and to prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future.
Whether it’s a case against the U.S. Government, a ski resort that fails to properly maintain its equipment, a multinational communications company that does not protect utility workers, the owners of the cargo ship El Faro, or a negligent healthcare organization, Ben is not afraid to take on and defeat the most powerful defendants. He has achieved remarkable results for his clients, including a $22.5 million jury verdict that was one of the top 100 verdicts nationwide.
Ben has developed expertise across a broad range of case types, including personal injury, medical malpractice, civil rights, products liability, nursing home, and other complex civil litigation matters. Ben is a fierce competitor who thrives under pressure and enjoys the role of standing up for everyday people who have been wronged.
“We go to extraordinary lengths to make sure our clients have the best chance to win,” Ben says. “When it comes to preparation, we are going to do more, and we are going to do it better, than anyone else involved in the case.”
Ben is a Maine native. Following college, he served as Political Director to Congressman Tom Allen during his successful primary campaign for U.S. Congress.
Ben is a frequent speaker on court room and trial strategy at conferences in Maine and across the country, and has published numerous articles on these subjects.
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Vermont for 9 years
State: Vermont
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maine for 22 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 25 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Gideon Asen LLC
115 Franklin Street, Suite 2A, Bangor, ME, 04401
Gideon Asen LLC
217 Commercial Street, Suite 403, Portland, ME, 04101
Gideon Asen LLC
95 Main Street, 4th Floor #5, Auburn, ME, 04210
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Benjamin Rogoff Gideon's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 6, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
Ben is the best
Ben is the best lawyer in the state! I would recommend him to anyone who needed help.
Posted by Jim | August 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney
An outstanding advocate for clients
As former clients, I can attest that Ben and all the staff at his firm bring formidable skill and a relentless effort on behalf of their clients, against great odds. Without attorneys like Ben, plaintiffs might have little recourse. Congratulations to Ben and all of the attorneys at Berman & Simmons ...
Benjamin Gideon
Replied last April 12, 2018Thank you for taking the time to leave this comment. It really means alot to me and my team. We work hard every day to earn our reputation and achieve success in every case we take on.
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2016
"AV Preeminent" - Highest Level of Professional Excellence, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Lawyer of the Year - Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Lawyer of the Year - Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Lawyer of the Year - Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
N/A
Litigation Star, Benchmark Litigation
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Partner, Gideon Asen LLC
2006 - 2009
Adjunct Professor, University of Maine Law School
2003 - 2020
Partner, Berman & Simmons, P.A.
2000 - 2003
Associate Attorney, Latham & Watkins LLP
1999 - 2000
Law Clerk, U.S. Court of Appeals, 1st Circuit
Associations
Member
Member
Governor
Member
Member
Education
1999
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Publications
2016
2014
2013
2012
2010
2008
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Languages
English