About Carlton Frank
Carlton Frank Bennett is a seasoned private damage attorney based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. With over four decades of experience, he has devoted his profession to specializing in personal damage, medical negligence claims, and elder abuse cases. His firm, The Law Firm of Carlton F. Bennett, P.L.L.C., is conveniently located at 291 Independence Boulevard, Suite one hundred ten, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. This strategic location allows him to serve clients throughout the Hampton Roads region successfully. Mr. Bennett earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Florida College of Law in 1975. Upon graduating, he was licensed to practice law in Florida that same yr.
In 1978, he expanded his practice to Virginia, and he later gained admission to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit in 1979. Additionally, he is admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the fifth Circuit and the U.S. Federal Court, each of which he joined in 1977. His credentials culminated in his admission to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1983, showcasing his in depth legal know-how. Throughout his profession, Mr.
Bennett has achieved meaningful success in his areas of practice. Notably, he served as co-counsel in the largest slight-TBI ruling ever awarded in Norfolk Circuit Court, amounting to $10.2 million. This landmark case exemplifies his dedication to securing justice for his clients. Moreover, he has successfully negotiated severa multi-million dollar resolutions and verdicts for traumatic brain injury survivors and clients suffering from serious injuries, in addition solidifying his popularity in the legal community. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Bennett is board licensed in civil trial advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. This certification reflects his specialized information and skills in trial law. He holds an "AV" peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest peer rating a lawyer can obtain, indicating his moral requirements and expert capacity.
Furthermore, he is indexed in The leading attorneys list in America, a recognition that highlights his excellence within the area. Active in expert organizations, Mr. Bennett is a member of the American Association for Justice, where he serves at the Traumatic Brain Injury Section. He is also a member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. His commitment to providing compassionate and effective legal representation is evident in his work with clients throughout Virginia, including Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Portsmouth, Williamsburg, and Suffolk. For consultations, Mr. Bennett may be reached at (757) 486-5454 or through e-mail at [email protected]. His knowledge and dedication make him a recommend in personal damage and medical negligence claims cases.