Benjamin "Ben" Southwick
About Benjamin Southwick
Benjamin Southwick is a lawyer based in Richland Center, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Benjamin Southwick is recognized in the following practice area:
- Richland Center, Wisconsin
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
Current Firm: Benjamin Southwick Law Office
Education: University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1967
Location: Richland Center, WI
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