Andrew Cronin Benson

Andrew Cronin Benson

4.6
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 8 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2017

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 13 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2012

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Andrew Cronin Benson's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Peter | March 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Disappeared completely

I hired Andrew Benson in 2017 for representation in Domestic Relations (family court) dealing with a custody case. After some erroneous accusations were made by the biological mother this turned into a criminal case in which Andrew Benson said he could represent for me in Criminal Court. What a joke...!!! Not only did he grossly over charge me over 60k but he pulled a disappearing act on me. The line used was he was going on “maternity leave” - no heads up, no phone call that he was going to be “taking time” but completely vanished and I never heard from him again. His partner took over the case and I ultimately fired the firm he worked for due to their inability to perform to basic standards. Stay away from Andrew Benson and the Leving Law Firm - A pure smoke and mirror campaign. There’s a reason why you can’t find any information on Andrew Cronin Benson online - think about it. Seems that a attorney would like to market / promote their skill sets but that’s not the case with Andrew Cronin Benson, he’s hiding. I would like to know if their are any other former clients that were “represented” by Andrew Cronin Benson who also had the same experience of him disappearing midcase with no communication. This is all my personal experience and opinion of Andrew Cronin Benson. Stay away!!!

Posted by Zubair | September 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

My best family lawyer

One Stupid action either by wife or husband could break the whole family apart. It takes lot of courage, sacrifices and forgiveness to rejoin the family. A family goes through a big test when there is a legal fight between husband and wife. There are many out there who know the Law and know how to us...e the Law but there are few who know how to use the Law smartly to reunite the family. Mr. Andrew from Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. is one among those few. The Professional service provided by Mr. Andrew not only defended me from my wife but also defended me from my own shortcomings and helped me in getting my family back. Thanks. "

Posted by David | June 05, 2018 | Litigation

Highly Recommend!

Mr. Benson is a unbelievable trial attorney and an even better person. You could spend 5 minutes watching him in trial or reading one of his motions, and you would honestly think he has been practicing law for 30+ years. Mr. Benson is kind, caring, and empathetic, and I would highly recommend him fo...r any legal services.

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Andrew Cronin Benson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Halusek

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Andrew Benson of the Law Office of Jeffery M. Leving is a highly skilled litigator with extensive trial experience. He is compassionate, knowledgeable, and is a tremendous advisor to his clients during what is often one of the most stressful times of their lives. I endorse Andrew without hesitation."

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Crystal Kim

Unknown lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Benson and I worked together for several years and tried many cases. He is a passionate, conscientious and gifted attorney. His clients and colleagues are lucky to have Mr. Benson on their team."

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Andrey Filipowicz

Family lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Andrew Benson of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving on a highly complex appeal, where he impressed me with his diligence, solid research skills and effective and persuasive legal writing. I also have been in court with Mr. Benson on a difficult Emergency Order of Protection case which involved the safety of a minor child. Mr. Benson took time out of his personal life to work over a weekend and prepared a persuasive emergency petition. In court Mr. Benson was tough and persuasive, and convinced the Judge to grant the Emergency Order of Protection. Aside from being a persuasive advocate, Mr. Benson is well organized and well prepared. His clients benefit from his skill, dedication and tenacity."

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Christopher Fox-Lent

Unknown lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew Benson, of the Law Offices of Jeffery Leving, Ltd., is an excellent advocate on behalf of his clients. He and I have worked together on numerous cases, including three trials. He has a deep knowledge of the law, is thorough in his preparation, and is skilled in the courtroom. I wholeheartedly recommend and endorse him."

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Maureen Gorman

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Andrew Benson of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. is an extremely smart and tough attorney. His depth of experience handling criminal defense jury trials and family law cases have honed his brilliant courtroom skills, resulting in his successful track record of victories for his many clients. His clients have great confidence in him because they know he really cares about them, and that he has true passion for achieving outstanding results for them and their children."

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Melissa Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew’s talent as a trial lawyer is only surpassed by his passion to help his clients and his work ethic. He is a brilliant trial attorney, and a hard worker. Most of all, he cares about getting the best resolution possible for his clients. The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving is a stronger firm with Mr. Benson on its roster."

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Talia Gooding-Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew Benson is a skilled litigator and zealous advocate. His legal acumen is surpassed only by his tireless work ethic. He’s a wonderful colleague and the attorneys at the Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Leving, Ltd. are lucky to have him."

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Gregory Rosenfeld

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mr. Benson for several years. He is an excellent litigator and hard worker. The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. are lucky to have him."

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Arthur Kallow

Family lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew Benson of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. is a very skilled and accomplished advocate and strategist. He is very concerned about his clients and their children."

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Tiffany McCloud

Unknown lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andrew Benson is a top-notch litigator. I was his second chair in a very serious criminal case where he zealously fought for his client. I have watched over a hundred trials and have never witnessed a better cross examination than Mr. Benson's. He has a naturally calm disposition but is effectively aggressive when necessary. I highly recommend Mr. Benson for all family and criminal law matters. The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. are lucky to have him on their team!"

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Mattie Fore

Litigation lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Andrew Benson is an excellent lawyer and a wonderful person. I worked alongside him for several years and witnessed him treat every client and colleague with the utmost respect. He advocates zealously for his clients and is a skilled and experienced litigator. I highly recommend him."

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Michael Halusek

Family lawyer

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Andrey Filipowicz

Appeals lawyer

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Maureen Gorman

Child custody lawyer

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Arthur Kallow

Family lawyer

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Gregory Rosenfeld

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Best Advocate Award, 2013 Spring Defender College

2012

CALI Award: Advanced Trial Advocacy with Courtroom Technology, Loyola University Chicago School of Law

Work Experience

2017 - 2019

Associate, Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.

2012 - 2017

Assistant Public Defender, Office of The Public Defender, 15th Judicial Circuit

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Florida vs. S. Lopez - 2015-CF-009313

Confession Suppressed

State of Florida vs. Javier O. - 2016-CF-002773

Guilty of Lesser Charge

State of Florida vs. Benjamin B. - 2015-CF-010077

Charges Dismissed

State of Florida vs. Malcolm A. - 2015-CF-002594

Not Guilty

State of Florida vs. James E. - 2014-CF-013301

Not Guilty

State of Florida vs. G. Lucey - 2013-CT-017307

Not Guilty

State of Florida vs. M. Giudice - 2013-CT-003673

Not Guilty

State of Florida vs. E. Charles - 2013-MM-004726

Not Guilty

State of Florida vs. Charles M. - 2013-MM-001464

Not Guilty

State of Florida vs. P. Floyd - 2012-MM-009771

Charges Dismissed

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Education

2016

National Criminal Defense College at Mercer University School of Law

2012

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

Juris Doctor with Certificate in Trial Advocacy

2009

Georgetown University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2005

The Latin School of Chicago

High School Diploma

Languages

English

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