Benton T. "Ben" Wheatley
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018 About Benton T. Wheatley
Benton T. Wheatley is a lawyer based in Austin, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Benton T. Wheatley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Austin, Texas
- Arbitration
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: University of Oklahoma, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Austin, TX
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