Benjamin Charles Older's Reviews

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Posted by CS | December 10, 2014 | Domestic Violence

Ben’s skill rescued my daughter from domestic violence.

I got a text at 11pm one Sunday night from my 15-year old daughter who was on a ledge outside her second story bedroom window, trying to escape from her mother, who had beaten her up. All of my therapist and social worker friends told me that domestic violence only gets worse, that it was unlikely th...at this was the first incident, and that I absolutely must act. Child Protective Services was of no help, so a social worker friend referred me to Ben Older. Ben advised me to file simultaneously in Domestic Violence court for protection and in Family court for custody. I took his advice. Ben’s first move was to negotiate an agreement with my former wife in order to avoid the unpleasantness of court proceedings; unfortunately, when it came time to sign the agreement, she decided not to sign and we found ourselves in Domestic Violence court. Ben’s compassionate demeanor was able to put my daughter’s mind at ease about testifying. We had 4 hearings, over the course of 3 months; the process was negatively impacting my daughter emotionally and hurting her performance in school. At the last hearing, Ben told the judge that the Family court had not scheduled a hearing as of yet, and he thought it was time for him to write a permanent order of protection. The Domestic Violence judge agreed and protected my daughter for 2 years; normally 1 year is the maximum length of a protection order. While it was still a struggle every day, my daughter started doing better in school, I was able to find ways to get her head high, she graduated as a Junior and was accepted to college. I learned during those 2 years how close she was to running away from her mother. Had it not been for Ben’s skill, I shudder to think where my daughter might have ended up. I will be forever grateful to Ben and his team. I retained Ben a second time to defend me against a false child support allegation and would do so again. He is tenacious and as skilled they get.

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Scott Haas

Family lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ben. I have known Ben for a long time, well prior to the both of us becoming attorneys. He has always been straightforward and focused, and he understands people."

Mindi Lasley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Older is one of the founders of one of the most prestigious family law and divorce law firms in the Tampa Bay area. Mr. Older zealously and tirelessly fights for his clients and provides his clients with representation rarely seen in the legal community. He is extremely knowledgeable, aware of the new laws before months before most attorneys do, and is extremely strategic. He is also ethical. He is honest, he doesn't bill clients more than necessary, and he is well worth his hourly rate. Every attorney in town cringes when he/she has a case against him as he fights so hard for his clients' interests and is absolutely exhausting to work against him. He literally finds time to work until late at night. I highly endorse Mr. Older for all family law cases, especially for high end divorce cases given his impeccable understanding of the division of assets, alimony, and fighting for the best interest for your child."

Jessica Felix

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly recommend Ben Older. He is a knowledgeable, creative and fierce advocate for his clients. His client's needs are his top priority- whether he is battling in court or negotiating at the mediation table."

Matthew Felix

Family lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ben is fearless and compassionate. Ben’s relentless pursuit of a fair and equitable settlement is one of his defining characteristics as an attorney. Ben’s ability to get to the heart of an issue is a skill that has served him and his client’s well."

Karen Middlekauff

Family lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Of all that Ben has taught me in working for him, perhaps what I have found most impressive is his ability to formulate strategy on the spot. Ben knows exactly how to present a case thoughtfully, based on his assessment of his "audience" - and his assessment in my experience has always been right, to the benefit of his clients."

Neil Spector

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred many people to Ben, he and his colleagues are experienced and hard-working lawyers with compassion."

Marshall Deason

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ben Older for more than 10 years. He is a successful and well-respected lawyer. I recommend him for any divorce or family law related matter."

Anthony Fantauzzi

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In addition to being a skilled attorney, Ben is genuine and personable. I highly recommend Ben to anyone seeking a family law attorney."

Tony Grimaldi

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Benjamin. Ben has been practicing family law at a very high level for a long time. He is very knowledgeable and has experience litigating all types of family law cases. He has a great reputation in the community and is willing to go the extra mile to get the best result. He always places the needs of his clients above anything else."

E. Isaak

Family lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ben's reputation is impeccable. I consistently refer family law cases to Ben as a result of his understanding of the law and undying commitment to his client's. Any person confronted with a family law issue would be well advised to seek Ben's services."

Kathryn Everlove-Stone

Family lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is a wonderful attorney. He is extremely professional and knowledgeable. I would have no hesitation in referring a family member to him for representation."

Marc Matthews

Family lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is an outstanding attorney, capable of both aggressively litigating cases as necessary and reaching resolutions that are in the best interest of his clients. I highly recommend Ben to anyone who is looking for advice or representation in a family law matter."

Eric Appleton

Family lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is known in Florida for being an outstanding Family Law attorney. I regularly refer individuals with Family Law matters to him. I highly recommend Ben."

Daniel Larson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly recommend Ben Older to those seeking an excellent family/divorce lawyer. Ben works hard to achieve the best possible results for his clients. He is skilled and very ethical."

Michael Lundy

Family lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been partners with Ben for over a decade. No matter what issue arises, Ben is a man of true character and a rare kind of rigorous honesty. He brings genuine compassion to every case he handles. Ben is a real family man, inside and outside of our office, and he always thinks about what is best for our clients' children."

Buddy Ford

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Older is very respected in the Tampa Bay community and I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a Family Law attorney!"

Carol Lawson

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ben pays attention to detail and is great resource for your family law needs. He is a smart, sensible attorney with the right combination of keen representation and cost effectiveness to get things done. I highly recommend Ben."

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