James J. Benjamin Jr.
About James J. Benjamin Jr.
James J. Benjamin Jr. is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. James J. Benjamin Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New York, New York
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Akin
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: New York, NY
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