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Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice, Insurance Attorney in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Over 25 years of legal practice

Fort Wayne, IN

Practicing insurance in Fort Wayne since 2001.

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Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice is an attorney based in Fort Wayne, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Benjamin has over 25 years of legal experience.

Based in
Fort Wayne, INDIANA
Experience
over 25 years
Known for
Insurance
  • Handles Insurance matters from Fort Wayne, INDIANA.
  • Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (Fort Wayne) (2024).

About Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice: Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice is an attorney based in Fort Wayne, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Benjamin has over 25 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice

Benjamin concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Benjamin takes insurance matters in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice — Over 25 years of Indiana insurance experience

Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice is an attorney based in Fort Wayne, INDIANA. The practice focuses on Insurance. Benjamin has over 25 years of legal experience.

Ben is a litigator with a focus on intense litigation and trial work. He has spent his career advocating for people and businesses involved in lawsuits. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants, although certain client relationships preclude his representation against some professionals.

Ben's focus on trial work began when he was a member of the Indiana University intercollegiate trial team for each of his three years of law school. Since then, he has sought out trial-intensive work and has participated in the presentation of over fifteen trials to a jury, with most of those trials involving the defense of doctors and hospitals in professional negligence cases.

With experience in most areas of litigation, Ben focused two years working exclusively on behalf of an international manufacturer of medical devices in product liability litigation across the country and more than five years representing medical and legal professionals.

Ben's present client base consisting primarily of professional negligence litigation, including both medical and legal professionals. Ben accepts cases involving professional negligence, business litigation, general litigation, product liability, and insurance services, including coverage disputes, first-party claims, third-party claims, and bad faith. He also accepts cases likely to result in trial and those likely to be interesting or present unusual challenges.

Ben is a member of the Allen County Bar Association and Indiana State Bar Association. He is presently the chair of the Trial Lawyers Section of the Allen County Bar Association.

He is a BV® Distinguished™ rated attorney based on Martindale-Hubbell's peer review ratings. He has been named by Indiana Super Lawyers a "Rising Star" five separate times and has been listed since 2017 in the publication in the area of Medical Malpractice Defense. He has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers® in America publication since 2016.

He received his B.A., Criminal Justice & Criminology, from Ball State University in 1998, and his J.D. from Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington, in 2001. While in law school, he was a member of the Federal Communication Law Journal and named Order of the Barristers.Ben is admitted to practice in the State of Indiana and in the U.S. District Courts for both the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana.

Working with Benjamin on a insurance matter

Ben is a litigator with a focus on intense litigation and trial work. He has spent his career advocating for people and businesses involved in lawsuits. He represents both plaintiffs and defendants, although certain client relationships preclude his representation against some professionals. Ben's focus on trial work began when he was a member of the Indiana University intercollegiate trial team…

Who Benjamin represents

Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Fort Wayne and the surrounding Indiana area.

Credentials

Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice's legal education and bar admissions

  • Indiana University Bloomington

    J.D. · 2001

  • Ball State University

    — · 1998

Jurisdictions

Benjamin's state bar admissions

  • Indiana

    2001 · ACTIVE

Benjamin studied at J.D. in Indiana University Bloomington and — in Ball State University.

Law school and academic background

Benjamin completed J.D. in Indiana University Bloomington and — in Ball State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in Indiana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice

Benjamin has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (Fort Wayne)

    2024

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (Fort Wayne)

    2021

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Indiana Super Lawyers "Rising Star"

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (Fort Wayne) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Insurance (Fort Wayne) (2021). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026).

Locations

Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice's office in Fort Wayne

Benjamin's primary office is at 215 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

215 East Berry Street

Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802

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Hiring guide

How to hire Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benjamin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Benjamin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Benjamin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Fort Wayne, Indiana

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Benjamin

Benjamin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Benjamin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Benjamin D. "Ben" Ice

  • How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benjamin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?

    Benjamin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Benjamin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Indiana typically take?

    Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Benjamin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Benjamin take my case if I'm outside Fort Wayne?

    Benjamin is licensed in Indiana. Matters governed by Indiana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Benjamin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Benjamin?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Benjamin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Benjamin accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Benjamin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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