Benjamin Obadiah Bengtson

Professional Background
Benjamin Bengtson’s legal career is defined by his transition from defending insurance companies to advocating for injured individuals.
Founder, BOB Law Firm (2014–Present): Established the firm with a focus on personal injury, specializing in motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, wrongful death, and general negligence claims.
Insurance Defense Experience: After law school, he worked at Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, a respected firm where he represented insurance companies and employers in workers' compensation claims. This experience gave him a unique "inside look" into how insurance companies handle claims.
Advocacy Beginnings: Before becoming a lawyer, he represented claimants in Social Security disability cases, helping individuals articulate medical conditions within legal frameworks.

Education and Military Service - Mr. Bengtson has a diverse background that includes military intelligence and academic excellence:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.): Georgia State University College of Law (2005). He graduated near the top of his class while attending as a part-time student.
• Bachelor’s Degree: Augusta University (formerly Augusta State). He studied Political Science with a focus on international relations theory.
• U.S. Army Veteran: Served four years in Army Intelligence as an Arabic Linguist. He trained at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California, and was stationed at Fort Gordon in Augusta, Georgia.

Accolades and Achievements

• Super Lawyers Selection: He has been selected to Super Lawyers for 2025–2026, a distinction reserved for the top 5% of attorneys in the state.
• Lead Counsel Verified: Recognized for maintaining a clean disciplinary record and meeting stringent peer review standards.
• Professional Memberships: Active member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (GTLA).
• Bar Admissions: Licensed to practice in Georgia Superior Courts, the Georgia Supreme Court, the Georgia Court of Appeals, and various Federal District Courts in Georgia.

Philosophy and Practice
Bengtson is known for a "client-first" approach, emphasizing transparency and communication. He often describes his role as a "shepherd," guiding clients through the complex legal and medical landscape of personal injury claims. His practice areas include:
Personal Injury (80% of practice)
Workers' Compensation
Premises Liability
Trucking and Motor Vehicle Accidents