Benjamin Wise brings practical and legal expertise to bear as your legal representative. Ben is an experienced professional working for the past thirty years in both the maritime industry and legal sector. His career includes sailing internationally on merchant vessels as a licensed navigator officer, as well as experience with diverse legal matters. This diverse life experience helps him offer innovative, “people first” solutions to even the most complex dilemmas. I understand that your priorities are my priorities; I succeed only if you do.
Ben holds a JD from Mississippi College in Jackson, Missisisppi and a BS in Marine Engineering from the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Ben is admitted in various Louisiana, Mississippi, and Michigan courts.
Since 2000
Since 1999
Since 1999
Since 2018
Current
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Licensed deck officer with deep sea experience on a variety of cargo vessels, specifically VLCC and product tanker operations.
1999 - 2005
Regional Litigation Lawfirm
1996 - 1999
J.D
1985 - 1989
B.S | Marine Transportation
Class Action, Lemon Law
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death