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C. Benjamin Cooper

Partner

Ben Cooper knows that it takes courage to persevere in the face of a terrible tragedy.

That’s why he has dedicated his life to helping his clients do just that – exercising the law to allow his clients to reclaim their story and overcome their misfortune. Ben’s ultimate goal is to help his clients find peace, healing, and meaningful growth along their journey to recovery.

In service to his clients, he has represented people in high-profile, media-heavy cases and led numerous cases to multi-million dollar results, including record-setting verdicts and change-making settlements.

I cannot speak highly enough about Ben Cooper and Cooper & Elliott. He is exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable yet also very down to earth. Ben handled my case in a very professional way that allowed me to understand each step of the process in a very stressful situation. I was extremely satisfied with his representation and would strongly recommend both Ben and Cooper & Elliott. I am very thankful for their assistance, empathy and expertise.”
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  • Multiple multi-million dollar results, including record-setting verdicts
  • The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40
  • Began his career in Washington, D.C. at one of the world’s largest law firms
  • Top score on Ohio bar exam
  • 2022 recipient of American Association for Justice Trial Lawyer Cares Award
  • Multiple multi-million dollar results, including record-setting verdicts
  • The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40
  • Began his career in Washington, D.C. at one of the world’s largest law firms
  • Top score on Ohio bar exam
  • 2022 recipient of American Association for Justice Trial Lawyer Cares Award

Ben received his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Virginia. He began his legal career working for one of the world’s largest law firms in Washington, D.C. and clerking for a federal judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

In 2014, Ben joined Cooper Elliott, eager to empower clients from all walks of life to use the law to stand up to powerful entities directly harming their lives.

Over the years, Ben has worked with clients who inspire him with the resilience and the drive to overcome the most difficult obstacles. He has zealously represented their interests in the courtroom and provided guidance and support throughout their fight. And he’s held clients who burst into tears after achieving justice in ways they never imagined.

Winning those cases for his clients and empowering them to take charge of their own recovery is what makes Ben proudest of his work – and he is honored to have ongoing relationships with so many of his clients.

In addition to his work at Cooper Elliott, Ben has dedicated much of his legal career to providing free legal assistance to those who cannot afford an attorney. Ben believes that everyone, regardless of background, should have access to a lawyer when they need it most. To that end, in 2016 Ben worked with several organizations in Ohio to launch a free civil legal clinic, he has volunteered his time with Legal Aid, and he’s written articles, given presentations, and authored amicus briefs to share his legal skills with the community.

BEN'S MISSION
“I love holding big companies and governments accountable, and being able to comfort and guide someone through a crisis. I’m grateful for the chance to help our clients, because serving others is what life is about.”

Ben lives in Worthington with his wife and two brilliant, beautiful children. Ben is passionate about music and has played and taught percussion and piano in a variety of settings for decades. He serves on the board of the Worthington Chamber Orchestra and on the Success by Third Grade Board for the United Way of Central Ohio. For several years, Ben taught a public speaking course at the University of Virginia Law School and coached moot court teams, as well.

For Ben, the best part of his work is the ability to help people rebuild their own lives in a meaningful way. He’s honored to be part of a legal system that allows people to seek justice against the powerful and, hopefully, find their voice in the process.

  • Wrongful death & catastrophic injuries
  • Civil rights
  • Malpractice
  • Complex business disputes
  • University of Virginia School of Law
  • University of Virginia
  • The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
  • Columbus CEO – Best Lawyers, 2023
  • American Association for Justice: Trial Lawyers Care, 2022
  • #1 commercial litigation verdict in Ohio, 2022
  • Top score, Ohio bar exam
  • Ohio
  • Virginia (inactive)
  • District of Columbia (inactive)
  • 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
  • Worthington Chamber Orchestra, Board Member
  • Success by Third Grade Board for the United Way of Central Ohio, Board Member

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