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Benjamin Hiltzheimer

Benjamin Hiltzheimer

 
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI
  • California, District of Columbia, North Carolina
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Lawyer Rating and Reviews
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
Ethics and Professionalism
5.0/5.0
Mr. Damon Chetson
Mr. Damon Chetson April 21, 2021
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Ben is one of the very best lawyers in North Carolina. I recommend him without reservation. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Colleague in the community who I've known for 8 years through his work.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

We've worked together representing the same client, and representing different clients in the same prosecution.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2016-2018
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Ben is an excellent trial lawyer who vigorously defends his clients. He is meticulous, well-prepared, and a strong oral advocate on behalf of his clients. I've seen him in trial on multiple occasions, and in negotiations with prosecutors, and he is excellent in all contexts.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Ben has strong command of the legal issues and of the application of the law to the facts of his case.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Ben is very good at analyzing the law and applying that to the particular issues that arise in criminal cases. He is also excellent at communicating this analysis to clients and opponents.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Ben does an extremely good job of communicating with judges, and with juries. He is effective in cross-examination, and in addressing juries in arguments.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Ben is aware of all of the ethical considerations, and always follows the rules, and acts in a professional manner.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Defense, DWI Defense.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Jonathan Victor Dunn
Jonathan Victor Dunn September 27, 2019
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Ben's tenacity and passion derive from his profound devotion to preserving and advancing individual liberty. The client who is privileged to have Ben as an attorney can expect to reap the benefit of his experience and enthusiasm. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I have had the privilege of knowing Ben for over 20 years and working with him on several occasions.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

I have consulted with and associated Ben on a wide variety of issues and always benefited from his involvement.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
7/2018-9/2019
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Ben is an example of that rare breed of lawyer who is both thorough and concise.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Honing his proficiency with every case, Ben maintains superior knowledge of his subject matter by focusing his practice on those areas in which he is already most conversant.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Ben's substantial trial experience has given him added insight into the application of legal theory in the court room.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Ben has always been able to express himself with precision and clarity, and is adept at deploying this skill in furtherance of his client's best interests.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Ben is a lawyer whose integrity is beyond reproach. He is the embodiment of the aspirations set forth in the rules of professionalism.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Ben's substantial trial experience has equipped him for all manner of litigation, but his area of focus is criminal defense.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Business Advising
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Document Review
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Management
  • Transactions
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes