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Wayne Frank Benos
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Biography
Wayne Benos, of Benos & Larson, LLC, is engaged in a diverse practice of law which includes the representation of individuals in removal (deportation) proceedings and related immigration matters. Wayne has been engaged in the practice of law since 1980 and has extensive experience in many areas of law, especially litigation. From 1986 through 2001 he was a managing partner in the law firm of Benos, Cummings, Mann & Valenti, Co. LPA where he litigated for individuals and major corporations in a variety of legal matters that included multimillion-dollar toxic tort and construction defect cases. His trial court experience has given Wayne a well rounded and in depth perspective on the intricacies of the litigation process.
Prior to setting up his own practice in 2006, Wayne served as Assistant Chief Counsel for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As an ICE trial attorney he represented the United States Government in all manner of proceedings, including Deportation, Removal, Bond, Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, and Adjustment of Status, in Immigration Court and before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). Wayne received several achievement awards while in government service and his ICE trial attorney experience afforded him the opportunity to become familiar with the government’s point of view on immigration matters.
Benos & Larson, LLC, which includes Attorneys Jessica Larson, former Legal Advisor to the Cleveland Immigration Court, Cerena Ibara-Cech, and Sarah Okuh (of Counsel), has developed collaborative relationships with other outstanding immigration law firms throughout the State of Ohio and nationally in order to utilize both the expertise and the geographical advantages of each participating firm. These relationships allow the firm to provide its clients with exceptional representation at a more affordable cost. They also enable it to represent clients in all immigration matters, including employment-based immigration cases. Additionally, Benos & Larson, LLC consults with immigrants and their criminal defense attorneys regarding pending criminal proceedings, providing expert advice about the immigration consequences of criminal convictions. Many years of working in the field of immigration law has allowed the attorneys at The Benos Law Firm to develop a depth and breadth of knowledge that is put to work for its clients, helping them to achieve the best possible legal results.
In addition to his law practice, Wayne is also active in civic and public service organizations. He is a past president of the Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce and has been a board member and officer of the Cleveland Rape Crises Center and the Toscana Mutual Benefit Association. He also is the advisor and coach of the Mock Trial Programs for the Independence Local Schools.
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Licensed in Ohio for 45 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1980
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The Benos Law Firm, LLC
6675 Oakwood Dr., Independence, OH, 44131
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Wayne Frank Benos's Reviews
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Posted by Ena | October 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Best of the Best
He was my attorney when I applied for asylum. He was great and he charged me very little compared to any other lawer. He work so hard if it is like his own case. God bless him.
Posted by Khrystyna | August 24, 2012
Highly recommend for your immigration case!
Our immigration case was not one of the easiest, our family was accused of immigration fraud . Wayne believed us and stood by our family for 4 years that our immigration case went on. Never late for appointment or court date. Very easy to talk to, explained the details of our case in terms that we u...
Posted by leonard | December 23, 2011
knowledgeable
am from africa and wayne did a wonderful work on my immigration case,he is a and so experienced in what he is doing,i worked with him he gave me very important advise which helped me to get my asylum approved,wayne is the lawyer if anybody need a lawyer .GOD BLESS HIM...
Wayne Frank Benos's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Wayne Benos is a skillful and experienced immigration lawyer. He has helped many, many immigrants obtain relief from removal/deportation."
"I have used Wayne's services numerous times to cover cases for me at the Cleveland Immigration Court and have always received wonderful reviews from my clients. He is a very compassionate and experienced attorney and is always there to assist me even if last minute to cover a case of me. I highly endorse Wayne."
"Wayne Benos is an excellent lawyer. He is extremely detailed in his handling of cases. I have worked together with him on multiple cases and have always been extremely satisfied with the results. He treats my clients as if they were his own, giving them personalized, thorough and zealous representation. I would recommend him to anyone."
"Wayne has combined his unique experience as an attorney working for the Department of Homeland Security as government counsel, extensive litigation background, and his passion for immigration to assist private individuals in all immigration matters. He is ethical, thorough, dedicated and brilliant in his pursuit of justice for immigrants. I thoroughly endorse Wayne Benos and am proud that he is a member of the private immigration bar. Also, he has assisted me in teaching at the Immigration Practicum at Case School of Law, and the students have commented to me about the benefits he has brought to the immigration course."
"I have known Wayne Benos for a number of years and know him to be a highly skilled and intelligent attorney. It is with great pleasure that I endorse Attorney Benos, he is truly among the best in the community. It is with pleasure that I endorse and recommend him for any and all of his practice areas."
"I endorse this lawyer. Wayne is one of the best immigration attorneys i know. He specializes in Immigration Defense and litigation, but can handle any matter that comes his way., As a former ICE/DHS trial counsel, he brings knowledge and experience that is invaluable. When the Immigration Court closed in Cincinnati, Ohio , I met Wayne ,as he was recommended as someone who can handle court hearings. He has become a life saver in dealing with the Cleveland Immigration Court. I have worked with him on many successful cases where the outcome looked bleak. Further, he assisted and guided me through a successful Federal Court case which held that Padilla v. Ky was retroactive and our mutual client's conviction was overturned and Wayne had Immigration Case dismissed. This will help hundreds of individuals in the future. I could not recommend a more personable and caring lawyer. OH, and his fees are reasonable too!"
"I have worked on many cases with Wayne and have always been impressed with the high quality of his work. He prepares well and is quick to respond to challenges. Always responsive to inquiries, Wayne commands a wealth of knowledge in the field of immigration law, specifically related to proceedings before the Immigration Court. Based upon his integrity and top-tier skills, I have no reservations in recommending Wayne Benos."
"Wayne Benos is an effective and experienced immigration litigator. If you our your client is in front of the EOIR in Cleveland, he the attorney you want on your side."
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Experience
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Attorney, The Benos Law Firm, LLC
2006 - 2021
Attorney, Benos & Larson, LLC (Attorneys - At - Law)
2002 - 2006
Assistant Chief Counsel, DHS: Immigration & Customs Enforcement
1985 - 2002
Managing Partner, Benos, Cummings, Mann & Valenti, Co. LPA
1981 - 1985
Associate Attorney, Cronquest, Smith, Marshall & Weaver, Co., LPA
Associations
2007 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Ohio chapter)
1981 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association
1995 - 2018
Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of CommerceExecutive Committee, Past President
Education
1980
Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Law
1974
University of Cincinnati
BS - Bachelor of Science