Ben is an attorney who brings a social work background and legal expertise to Ritter & Randolph, where he practices in the areas of real estate, civil litigation, probate/estate/trust administration, and business and corporate law. He strives to make clients feel comfortable in the most difficult situations, leaning on his experience in mental health. He has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Yeshiva University in New York City and a master’s degree in social work from The Ohio State University. As a Ritter & Randolph attorney, Ben focuses on effectively resolving clients’ legal issues, guiding them through the process while helping them make tough decisions. He graduated cum laude from Capital University Law School, where he served as an ad hoc member on the university’s board of trustees and Law Council of Capital University Law School. Off-hours, you’ll find Ben hiking nature trails in the Cincinnati area, rollerblading along the Ohio River or playing ice hockey on a rec team.

James has nearly 50 years of experience representing business owners, buyers and sellers, investors, and entrepreneurs in a wide variety of Business and Real Estate matters. He also works with business owners and individuals regarding business succession planning, including Estate Planning and Probate matters. James has a unique background which gives him the ability to look at all sides of a situation. On the Real Estate side, he was legal counsel and owner of a title company. Mr. Weprin takes the time to understand each unique business and is dedicated to helping business clients minimize risks, maximize opportunities, and move their businesses forward. He advises both publicly-traded and private companies with regard to contract and sales transactions, employment matters, incorporation, dissolution, and corporate regulation and compliance. If a business owner is purchasing property, James knows what details should be in the contract. On the Estate Planning side of his practice, James brings the experience of being a former Magistrate of the local Probate Court. He counsels business owners about their business development, growth, and long-term plans. He understands that there is no “one size fits all” when it comes to developing a succession plan. He will work to develop an exit strategy that provides clients with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that their life’s work is in good hands and will not get tied up in probate court. When business disputes arise, he has extensive experience representing clients in civil trials, hearings, arbitrations, and mediation before administrative agencies and federal, state, and local courts. He will work with clients through dispute resolution processes such as mediation and negotiation. However, when an amicable agreement cannot be reached, he is prepared to aggressively litigate the matter in court.