Benjamin L. Luftman

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Benjamin L. Luftman

4.3
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

150 E Mound Street, Suite 300, Columbus, OH

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Benjamin

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

60%
DUI and DWI 25%

25%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2017
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 22 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Luftman, Heck & Associates

150 E Mound Street, Suite 300, Columbus, OH, 43215

columbuscriminalattorney.com/benjamin-l-luftman/

Online Presence

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Benjamin L. Luftman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Misdemeanor

Brian was amazing , i was charged with theft and i have never committed a crime and i was extremely nervous as to what was going to occur. I got a few letters from many lawyers, even met with a few of them and when i met with Brian his confidence is what made me want to hire him. I did not have to go... to court at all and we are now working on getting my case expunged . You couldn’t go wrong hiring these guys !

Posted by Neal | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic case

Ben Luftman represented me on a traffic case. The case was dismissed without me having to appear in court. I highly recommend him for someone needing help. He is extremely competent and caring.

Posted by Justin | May 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent DUI and Criminal Defense

I have used Mr. Luftman for DUI defense on two separate occasions. He was able to produce outstanding results on both cases, thus keeping a DUI charge off my driving record. I have referred many others for both criminal and traffic defense to the LHA firm and they were all very pleased with their res...ults - a few even had their cases thrown out completely. I would strongly consider hiring Mr. Luftman in the future and consider him one of the top and most respected attorneys in central Ohio.

Posted by Tiffany | April 25, 2013 | DUI & DWI

DUI???? Attorney Benjamin Luftman is your Guy!

DUI Drama!! Yes, I was arrested in March of 2013, and charged with a DUI. I have never been in this situation before and did not know what to do, so I did what I know best, “Google” searched it. I was directed to a website for DUI Lawyers, typed in my information, and within five minutes received a... call from Attorney Benjamin Luftman. I explained to him what had happened and from day one he was very friendly and helpful. I drive extensively for both of my jobs, so right off the bat I was told by Attorney Benjamin Luftman, “the first thing we are going to do is get your license back”. Wow, was he correct!! He was on the phone with the Prosecutor, got my court day pushed up tremendously, and had me out of this mess within a few weeks. To make a long story somewhat short, Benjamin was able to get my DUI dropped to “physical control”, that’s a zero point traffic ticket, I had my driver’s license back within two weeks of the incident and I had to go to a Drivers Intervention Program (DIP), for three days in lieu of a (30) day jail sentence. Even though I have never had this problem, during DIP, I learned just how amazing of a lawyer I hired. There were 21 people in the DIP class and out of the 21 people, I was the only one that had received my license back (not just driving privileges), the only one with a physical control (not reckless op-a four point traffic violation), and the only one who was able to put this entire problem behind me within five weeks of my arrest. Needless to say, at least 75% of the people in the DIP class had hired a lawyer, but not any of them had their driver’s license back, they just had driving privileges and all of them had received the four point reckless op violation. I don’t know much about the law, but what I do know is that I had an awesome lawyer. I strongly recommend this law firm if you want the “drama”, quickly behind so that you can move forward. Thank you very much, Attorney Benjamin Luftman and your firm for all your help. Sincerely, a single mother, hard worker, and honorable citizen again, thanks to you!!!!

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hire at your own risk !

This is a small time attorney. If you take the time to read reviews you will see that this attorney deals in traffic tickets, OVI, DUI, real estate law and minor offenses only. DO NOT hire this attorney for anything else despite claims to handle larger more complex cases. This firm abandons clients ...and failed to show in court. Easily bluffed by prosecution. Terrible instincts and did not adequately perform duties. Was impossible to reach by phone. Paralegal is not a functioning paralegal but rather an appointment keeper only. Paralegal never knew where our attorney, Mr. Luftman was. Was completely absent day of indictment despite knowing the date in advance. Made absolutely no preparation of any kind for indictment and was not present even remotely. Scheduled no witnesses or testimony of any kind. Was relying on everything merely falling into place without having to actually perform any duties. Mr. Luftman "artfully" dismissed himself as my attorney without any notification and entered a request for a public defender on my behalf without notifying me and then left the building prior to arraignment. Quite a feat involving "slight of hand" to say the least. If you are in need of an attorney hire a well known firm that will adequately take on the burden for you as it should be. Hiring this dishonest and bungling attorney will only compound your problems and worry all the while charging you for this inept service. For a definitive breakdown of a defense attorney's duties go to www.ejfi.org In our case, this firm performed absolutely none of the requirements listed. This firm deals in simple cases usually related to driver offenses that require little to no work on the attorney's part.

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Benjamin L. Luftman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amir Soleimanian

Unknown lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Benjamin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Brad Groene

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ben's knowledge of OVI/DUI law is unparalleled. He works tirelessly for his clients, and his results show that. He is the attorney you want if you are faced with an OVI in Columbus, Ohio. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Shane McClelland

Unknown lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Lerner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Bucher

Unknown lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Ben at a Standardized Field Sobriety Training that he was co-sponsoring in Columbus a few years ago. He and the members of his Firm do an excellent job in criminal/OVI defense. Should you need the service of himself or Attorneys Sabol or Mallory whom he employs, you can be sure that you are in good hands."

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Andrew Clark

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is the consummate professional with the knowledge and experience necessary to guide clients through the most sticky of situations. I recommend Ben without hesitation."

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Leslie Albeit

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is a passionate, knowledgeable, and sharp criminal defense attorney. I admire his work ethic and his close relationships with Judges, prosecutors, and court personnel. He is one of the best."

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Michael Probst

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ben Luftman for more than three years as a practicing lawyer in the Columbus Community. Ben is a hardworking and professional lawyer who cares very deeply about the practice of law, his clients and seeing other lawyers succeed. He has always gone out of his way to help others understand certain areas of the law and help others in need. I consider Ben a colleague and a friend. He is an asset to the defense bar."

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Lisa Tome

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Benjamin Luftman is well-respected by his fellow attorneys and by judges. He is diligent, respectful and knowledgeable."

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Mark Kafantaris

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben cares about his clients and sees that they get a fair and just result in their cases. I endorse Ben."

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Andrew Baker

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is an outstanding lawyer who is highly respected among his peers. His commitment to serving his clients is unmatched. I strongly endorse Mr. Luftman and continue to be impressed by his commitment to excellence and dedication to those he represents."

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Paul Kuzmickas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Lisa Tome

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jared Staver

Personal injury lawyer

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Steven Fox

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Brad Groene

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Fienman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Bucher

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Probst

Criminal defense lawyer

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Leslie Albeit

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Baker

Car accident lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

The State's Outstanding Young Lawyers, Cincinnati Magazine

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

The State's Outstanding Young Lawyers, Cincinnati Magazine

2009

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney at Law, Luftman, Heck & Associates, LLP

1900 - Present

Managing Partner, Luftman, Heck & Associates LLP

Associations

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Ohio State Bar Association

Columbus Bar Association

Education

2003

Capital University

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

The Ohio State University

BA

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Live Radio Program

OVI/DUI Law

N/A

General Law Practicum

Networking for Lawyers

N/A

Defending Clients Charged with OVI Seminar

OVI/DUI Law

N/A

Certified Driver Intervention Program

OVI/DUI Law

N/A

Certified Driver Intervention Program

OVI/DUI Law

N/A

Certified Driver Intervention Program

OVI/DUI Law

N/A

Certified Driver Intervention Program

OVI/DUI Law

N/A

Certified Driver Intervention Program

OVI/DUI Law

Publications

2012

Ohio State Bar Association Dog Bite Jury Instruction (Contributing)

2011

2011

Ohio State Bar Association Vehicular Vandalism Jury Instruction

Languages

English

Activity

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