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Ben Cooper is a Columbus-based trial and appellate lawyer who helps people navigate life-changing harm through the civil justice system.
He represents plaintiffs in wrongful death, catastrophic injury, civil rights, medical and legal malpractice, and complex business disputes—often in high-profile or emotionally complex cases. His work has led to multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, including record-setting and reform-driven outcomes.
About Ben
Ben’s Mission
Ben also has experience serving as an expert witness, offering his legal insight in complex cases. He believes every client deserves dignity and respect, preparing every case for trial and guiding clients through their legal journey with clarity, empathy, and relentless advocacy.
Ben began his legal career at Hogan Lovells in Washington, D.C., and later clerked for Judge R. Guy Cole, Jr. on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. He has taught advocacy and persuasion at the University of Virginia School of Law and contributed to several amicus briefs on civil rights and constitutional issues.
He co-founded a statewide free legal clinic in Ohio and has volunteered with Legal Aid to help expand access to justice for underserved communities.
Ben lives in the Columbus area with his wife and two daughters. He has played drums, piano, and many other percussion instruments for more than 25 years. He serves on the board of the Worthington Chamber Orchestra and is a member of the United Way of Central Ohio’s Success by Third Grade Advisory Committee, supporting early childhood literacy initiatives.
- Donovan Lewis’ family files lawsuit against Columbus officer Ricky Anderson
- Lawsuit filed against 100-round magazine maker
- Mass shooting victims sue large capacity magazine maker
- ‘Eric Cole did not deserve to die like this:’ Lawyers, family announce lawsuit
- Attorney for man slammed to jail floor says he may have some permanent injuries
- University of Virginia School of Law
- University of Virginia
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia
- Ohio
- Virginia (inactive)
- District of Columbia (inactive)
- American Association for Justice
- Ohio Association for Justice
- Ohio State Bar Association
- Columbus Bar Association
- Academy of Truck Accident Lawyers
- Worthington Chamber Orchestra, Board Member
- Success by Third Grade, United Way of Central Ohio, Board Member
- Ohio Justice & Policy Center, Justice for All Committee
- Ohio Association for Justice, Board of Trustees
- Ohio Association for Justice, Chair of Civil Rights Section
- WrightChoice Mentoring, Law Firm Partner
- Franklin County Probate Court Name Change Legal Clinic, Coordinator
Ben’s Practice Areas
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Wrongful death & catastrophic injuries
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Truck crashes
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Medical malpractice
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Civil rights violations
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Complex civil litigation
Accomplishments
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Multiple multi-million dollar results, including record-setting verdicts
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The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
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American Association for Justice Trial Lawyer Cares Award (2022)
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Columbus CEO – Best Lawyers (2023)
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Top score on Ohio bar exam
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#1 commercial litigation verdict in Ohio (2022)
