$ 400-500 per hour
Benjamin Darrell Cramer
also known as Ben Cramer
About Benjamin
Biography
I have more than 15 years of legal experience, including 12 years as the founder of Cramer Legal, LLC. In 2024, I joined Wood + Lamping LLP to give my clients the advantage of a larger team and expanded resources, while continuing to provide the personal attention of a boutique practice.
My practice focuses on helping small businesses and individuals resolve tax disputes, including audits, collection defense, and tax resolution, tax litigation, and tax appeals. I also clients in the formation and operation of business entities. This includes negotiating contracts, advising about legal and tax consequences of various business options, and assisting with mergers and acquisitions.
Earlier in my career, I practiced at a large Cincinnati firm and clerked for both a federal trial judge in Washington, D.C., and a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. I am admitted to practice in Ohio, the District of Columbia, and several federal courts, and I volunteer through the Cincinnati Volunteer Lawyers Program to provide pro bono legal services to low-income clients.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 19 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 20 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Wood + Lamping LLP
600 Vine Street, Suite 2500, Cincinnati, OH, 45202
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Posted by Lori | October 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Best tax attorney!
Ben and Christina are the best! They helped us navigate a very serious IRS audit and we couldn't be more thankful as we had no idea where to turn. He took as much time as needed to help us understand the whole process. 100% would recommend!!!
Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Overdue Tax - IRS Settlement
We contacted and hired Ben Cramer's office to help with past year taxes that were overdue. He communicated with the IRS and suggested a settlement which the IRS did accept. We received a life-changing phone call!! We are so thankful for their help and would not hesitate to use them again if neces...
Posted by Wayland | August 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Best Tax Guy Ever
Very good and thorough tax attorney. He and his staff are very good at what they do. They diligently work through my very difficult and complicated situation after inheriting the financial mess left by the previous attorney. Great , great attorney.........
Posted by Carrie | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I will never need another tax lawyer
Ben has made a very difficult time in my life easier. He is very knowledgeable, and understanding. I will always be his client, and I recommend him highly.
Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2013
An attorney that felt like family
I've worked with Cramer Legal on several issues that seemed complicated and overwhelming. Ben treated me like family and assured me we would get through these things together and that's what we did, we worked through each phase together. Ben's professional knowledge gave me confidence when I needed...
Benjamin Darrell Cramer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ben hired me as local counsel to assist one of his clients that was stuck in a bad land contract situation in Lorain County. Though the situation lingered for a long time due to our mutual client's reluctance to bring a claim, ultimately, all ended well for the client, which was able to rid itself of a bad situation which had dogged it for years and had been a financial drain on its resources. Ben was willing to rely on my expertise and consider my opinions (which were outside of his wheelhouse). This is the mark of a good lawyer when engaging outside counsel. Furthermore, Ben was prompt, insightful and always considered client needs and cost effectiveness in his approach. I hope I get to work with Ben again! From Lorain County with respect- J.R. White"
"I higly endorse this lawyer. Ben is very intelligent, experienced, highly skilled, and performs high quality work in these most sensitive financial issues. I recommend Ben to anyone needing it done correctly and wanting it done with excellence."
"As a fellow attorney, I strongly endorse Ben Cramer. Because of his unique background, he is able to draw on big-firm expertise, while giving each client small-firm care and attention. He does so with the creativity and committed work ethic you would expect from someone who has successfully started his own small business, as well as the thoughtful integrity you would expect from a lawyer who is also a loving husband and father. He's the one I trust to refer my own clients to when they need help in areas outside of my practice, such as bankruptcy."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Ben is extremely comprehensive and has extensive knowledge about tax, business and bankruptcy law."
"Ben is an extraordinarily competent attorney. I've worked with him on multiple matters and happily refer clients to him. You won't find better in bankruptcy and tax matters."
"Ben and I have worked with a client together and Ben did a wonderful job answering questions (I do not practice bankruptcy) and with helping get matters resolved through the bankruptcy court so I could resolve the client's matters through the domestic relations court. Ben was a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Based on my interactions with Ben, I feel very confident in sending my bankruptcy work to Ben."
"Ben is very knowledgeable and takes a practical approach toward representing his clients. I highly recommend Ben for business law matters."
"Ben provides deep analysis of legal problems without losing sight of the practical needs of his clients. Ben's expertise as an appeals attorney benefits from his extensive federal clerkship experience, as well as his years of managing cases in private practice. As a litigator, this experience allows him to skillfully anticipate what a judge is likely to do and tailor his strategy accordingly. Working with Ben, I have found him to be a thoughtful, thorough, and conscientious resource for his clients and colleagues. I endorse this lawyer."
"I worked with Ben on an extremely complicated litigation. His attention to detail was invaluable."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Partner, Wood + Lamping LLP
2011 - 2023
Managing Attorney, Cramer Legal, LLC
2009 - 2011
Associate, Vorys, Sater, Seymour & Pease, LLP
2007 - 2009
Judicial Law Clerk, U.S. Court Of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
2007 - 2007
Adjunct Professor, Case Western Reserve School Of Law
2005 - 2006
Judicial law clerk, U.S. Court Of Federal Claims
Associations
2015 - Present
American Society of Tax Problem SolversAttorney Member
2012 - Present
National Association of Tax ProfessionalsAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Cincinnati Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Cincinnati Bar Association, Taxation Practice CommitteeChair
2016 - 2018
Cincinnati Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm CommitteeChair
2015 - 2016
Ohio State Bar Association, Solo, Small Firms and General Practice SectionMember, Section Council
2014 - 2016
Cincinnati Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm CommitteeVice Chair
Education
2005
Case Western Reserve University
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Ohio State University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2016
Business Savvy for Small Firms
Ethical Marketing
2014
Thinking about Hanging a Shingle?
Online Marketing for Attorneys
2014
Bankruptcy for Family Law Attorneys
Bankruptcy for Family Law Attorneys
2013
Technology Tips for Lawyers
Using Cloud Computing in the Law Office
2012
State vs. Federal Rules of Procedure and Evidence
Does Federal or State Law Apply?
2012
Law Office Technology Tips
Benefits of Cloud Computing for Attorneys
2011
Tech Tuesday
Common Online Pitfalls for Small Businesses
2011
September Meeting
Selecting Practice Management Software
Publications
2012
National Business Institute Seminar
Does State or Federal Law Apply
2005
Case Western Reserve Law Review
Eminent Domain for Private Development - An Irrational Basis for the Erosion of Private Property Rights
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to send in IRS Form 56 without an executive of an estate or any court involvement ?
09 Oct 2021
Q&A
Converting from an LLC to an LLP, do we need to get a new EIN?
18 Aug 2020
Q&A
I owe taxes on our business but have a payment agreement set up with the IRS, will they seize my inheritance?
24 Aug 2020