About Benjamin
Benjamin L. Luftman: Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney in Columbus, OH
Benjamin L. Luftman is an experienced and accomplished legal advocate who has practiced law for thirteen years, dedicating his practice exclusively to criminal defense, with a particular focus on DUI/DWI cases under Ohio OVI law.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Traffic Violations
- DUI Defense
In every case he takes on, Benjamin never hesitates to devote himself fully to his clients. His dedication and attention to detail have helped grow Luftman, Heck & Associates from a fledgling firm into the accomplished one it is today.
Education & Credentials
- Bachelor’s Degree: History with a concentration on Renaissance Italy, The Ohio State University (Graduated 2000)
- Juris Doctorate: Capital University Law School (Graduated 2003)
Benjamin has been recognized by multiple organizations and publications for his work in DUI/DWI defense. He was named Lawyer of the Year: DUI / DWI Defense, Columbus, OH (2022), Recognized: DUI / DWI Defense, Practice Area: Criminal Defense: General Practice, Practice Area: Criminal Defense: White-Collar in 2015 by Lawyer of the Year USA, a top 5% designation for his work in DUI/DWI defense. He has also received the following recognitions:
- Avvo Top Criminal Defense Attorney Rating (2016)
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Attorney Rating (2013 - Present)
- Client Distinction Award by Martindale-Hubbell (2013 - Present)
Firms
- Luftman, Heck & Associates LLP (Current Firm) Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2016
Benjamin is a member of the Columbus Bar Association and has been featured as their Lawyer of the Day on ColumbusLawyerFinder.com on February 2, 2010.
Affiliations & Languages
- Cities: Columbus, OH
- Languages: English (Primary), Spanish (Secondary)
Benjamin has authored a jury instruction on vehicular vandalism that was adopted by the Ohio State Bar Association Jury Instructions Committee and is now used by courts throughout the state. He remains committed to his community, volunteering at local legal aid organizations.
Practice Areas
Education
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year: DUI / DWI Defense, Columbus, OH (2022)
- Recognized: DUI / DWI Defense
- Practice Area: Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Practice Area: Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2015 America’s Most Honored Professionals – Top 5%
- Avvo 10.0 Rating – Top Criminal Defense Attorney
- Recognized as a 2014 top lawyer in Central Ohio in the areas of criminal defense and OVI / DUI by Columbus CEO Magazine
- 2010, 2011, 2013 & 2018 Super Lawyers Ohio Rising Star Attorney
- Only OVI / DUI law attorney selected as 2010 Super Lawyer Rising Star Attorney for the State of Ohio
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Attorney Rating
- 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated Attorney
- 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016 Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award
- 2013 Lead Counsel Rated Attorney
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration certification for completing roadside standardized field sobriety test training
- Columbus Bar Association’s ColumbusLawyerFinder.com Lawyer of the Day, February 2, 2010
- Co-authored jury instruction on vehicular vandalism that was adopted by the Ohio State Bar Association Jury Instructions Committee and is now used by courts throughout the state