
Benjamin Mcmullan Mason, Insurance Attorney in Newport News, Virginia
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatMason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick, P.C.
Newport News, VA
Practicing insurance in Newport News since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Benjamin Mcmullan Mason is a member based in Newport News, VA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Benjamin has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Newport News, VA
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Workers Comp
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp matters from Newport News, VA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Benjamin Mcmullan Mason: Benjamin Mcmullan Mason is a member based in Newport News, VA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Benjamin has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Benjamin takes on
Benjamin concentrates on insurance, litigation, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Insurance cases in Newport News, Virginia
Benjamin takes insurance matters in Newport News, Virginia. 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.
Litigation cases in Newport News, Virginia
Benjamin takes litigation matters in Newport News, Virginia. 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.
Workers Comp cases in Newport News, Virginia
Benjamin takes workers comp matters in Newport News, Virginia. 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
Meet Benjamin Mcmullan Mason — insurance lawyer in Newport News
Benjamin Mcmullan Mason is a member based in Newport News, VA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Workers Comp. Benjamin has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick, P.C.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Benjamin Mcmullan Mason is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, workers’ compensation defense, insurance defense and 1 other area of law. Benjamin received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Benjamin practices at Mason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick, P.C. in Newport News, VA.
Benjamin's approach to insurance cases
Benjamin Mcmullan Mason is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, workers’ compensation defense, insurance defense and 1 other area of law. Benjamin received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Benjamin practices at Mason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick, P.C. in Newport News, VA.
The kind of cases Benjamin takes
Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and workers comp matters in Newport News and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
J.D. · 1984
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
B.S. Finance · 1981
Jurisdictions
Benjamin's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1985 · ACTIVE
Virginia
1984 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court
1984 · ACTIVE
Benjamin studied at J.D. in Samford University, Cumberland School of Law and B.S. Finance in Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
Law school and academic background
Benjamin completed J.D. in Samford University, Cumberland School of Law and B.S. Finance in Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Benjamin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
Benjamin Mcmullan Mason's office in Newport News
Benjamin's primary office is at 11848 Rock Landing Drive, Suite 201, Newport News, VA, 23606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Mason, Mason, Walker & Hedrick, P.C.
11848 Rock Landing Drive, Suite 201
Newport News, VA 23606
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Client reviews of Benjamin Mcmullan Mason — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Benjamin Mcmullan Mason — 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 Newport News, Virginia
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 Mcmullan Mason
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 Virginia 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 Newport News?
Benjamin is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia 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
Insurance attorneys serving Newport News, Richmond and Alexandria in Virginia
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