Biography
Ben’s legal practice is a continuation of his over ten years of experience in the construction industry, including working as a construction superintendent and project manager. Ben brings his unique perspective to his construction law practice where he represents owners, contractors, and subcontractors. Ben regularly assists his clients with the preparation and negotiation of construction contracts, advice during the construction process, and prosecution and defense of payment, defect, extra work, termination, delay, inefficiency, bond, and lien claims.
In addition to being a North Carolina-licensed lawyer, he is also a licensed North Carolina Professional Engineer and a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP).
Prior to joining Poyner Spruill and before attending law school, Ben served as a construction project manager for a global and a regional general contractor.
Areas of Focus
+Construction
+Litigation
+Contracts
Credentials
+Certifications & Specializations
Licensed North Carolina Professional Engineer
LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)
+Education
Campbell University School of Law, JD, cum laude
North Carolina State University, BS, Construction Engineering and Management
+Professional & Community Activities
ACE Mentor Program of Raleigh, Inc., Board of Directors
Church on Morgan, Trustees Committee
NC State University Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, Construction Management Diploma Program Faculty
American Bar Association, Forum on the Construction Industry, Division 2 – Steering Committee
North Carolina Bar Association, Construction Law Section
Wake County Bar Association
Carolinas AGC
+Notable Accomplishments
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® Ones to Watch (Construction Law) 2023; (litigation – Construction) 2023
Ranked among Super Lawyers magazine’s North Carolina “Rising Stars” (Construction Litigation), 2020-2023
Recognized in Business North Carolina magazine’s Legal Elite (Construction), 2023
