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Walter Joseph Benson

4.4
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Akron, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Probate

209 S Main St Ste 401, Akron, OH

About Walter

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Attorney Benson has handled everything from death penalty cases to low level traffic offenses. Regardless of what level of offense you are charged with, you can be sure that Attorney Benson treats all of his clients with the same professional service

32 years | 10,000 cases

75%
Personal Injury 15%

Over the course of his career, Attorney Benson has resolved many personal injury cases. Attorney Benson is committed to insuring the best possible outcome for his clients who have been wrongfully injured.

32 years | 100 cases

15%
Probate 10%

Attorney Benson has ha

13 years | 800 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 31 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1994

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Walter J Benson

209 S Main St Ste 401, Akron, OH, 44308-1323

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Walter Joseph Benson's Reviews

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7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Michelle | August 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DO NOT Recommend

I paid $3,000.00 for an OVI case. He told me that Judge McKenney required as a condition of my bond I would have to wear a SCRAM unit on my ankle, otherwise, I would spend the entirety of my case in jail until resolved. That was the 2nd week of November 2021. Since State Trooper Sweazy (Sleazy) lied ...in his report, proved by the video and audio recordings, he was going to "argue, request, demand, plea, fight for, etc." for a "motion to dismiss," essentially drop the charge. I wore a SCRAM alcohol monitor on my ankle. I had to buy new hair products, lotion, and toothpaste, and avoid EVERYTHING that contained alcohol. I developed a severe rash, skin rotted away, and was bleeding from the SCRAM ankle bracelet (They should be illegal !!). Then, I was switched to a unit I had to carry and blow into every couple of hours. My February court date (1st week of February) he canceled because Walter said he had COVID, but when I talked to him, he was on vacation! He said he couldn't get another court date until March 15th, 6 weeks later. On that day, when he is to interrogate the State Trooper in the court in front of Judge McKenney and present the evidence of the officer lying (he said the cop didn't lie, he "embellished"), he told me the judge "doesn't like to grant dismissals." Grant? This isn't a "grant." Also, he tells me this after being subjected to the SCRAM unit for 4 1/2 months, which is punishment without judgment, and having to go back to work at my seasonal office job, I conceded (regrettably) to accepting the charge of an OVI first offense. Walter Benson manipulated me, lied to me, and put me through torture to wear me down because he got paid $3,000.00 upfront and didn't and wouldn't do anything for me nor in the case of justice. He also threatened a liability case against me when I wrote a negative review on Google. I ABSOLUTELY WOULD NOT RECOMMEND HIM. I believe most of his reviews are fake since most of the people have only given 5 or fewer reviews and all write the "same" sentences. Anybody can create emails/identities and write reviews. Do your research if you don't believe me. Look at the Barberton court docket, read the proceedings, and see the outcomes of his cases. DON'T waste your money, time, and peace of mind on this attorney.

Posted by William Boggs | May 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Attention:

I was a nervous wreck about my court case and Walt put my mind at ease. He answered all my questions and was very professional. He was readly available when I called and handled my case with real professionalism. I would certainly recommend Walt to anyone who needs an excellent attorney.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Number one

I cannot thank Mr. Benson enough for the amount of time and effort he put into my case. He was very knowledgeable and helpful in regards to any questions I had. He left no stone unturned. I would highly recommend Walter Benson Attorney at Law.

Posted by Raquel | February 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent & experienced attorney

I HIGHLY recommend Walt Benson for anybody needing an attorney. Attorney Benson worked very diligently & professionally to achieve the exact outcome that I was hoping for. He is very knowledgeable in his field & the most reliable person I have ever worked with. He updated me quickly & informatively t...hroughout the whole case. I could not have asked for a better attorney.

Posted by Diane | January 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Unbelievable

Very professional. Communicates with you all the way. You dont have to worry. That's his job! Look no further if you need an attorney. This man is the real deal and well worth the money. Satisfied client!

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Eric Skidmore

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I am a practicing attorney in Akron, Ohio, and I have had first hand experience in seeing Akron criminal defense attorney Walter Benson in action. My firm refers criminal justice defense work to Akron Attorney Walter Benson because he is an outstanding, capable, and able criminal defense lawyer. Attorney Walter Benson has been very responsive to client's needs and conducted himself in a highly ethical and professional manner. I highly recommend Akron criminal defense lawyer Walter Benson because he has experience in handling high profile and less serious criminal defense cases!"

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Elisabeth Jackson

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Education

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University of Akron, C. Blake McDowell Law Center

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