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Benton N. Wood, Employment Attorney in Orlando, Florida

focused on Employment and Litigation

Orlando, FL

Trusted employment attorney serving Orlando.

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Benton N. Wood is an attorney based in Orlando, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

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Orlando, FLORIDA
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Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Orlando, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).

About Benton N. Wood: Benton N. Wood is an attorney based in Orlando, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Benton takes on

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

Employment cases in Orlando, Florida

Benton takes employment matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benton agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Orlando, Florida

Benton takes litigation matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benton agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Benton N. Wood — employment lawyer in Orlando

Benton N. Wood is an attorney based in Orlando, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.

Benton Wood is a partner in the firm's Orlando office. He represents private and public sector employers in all aspects of employment and labor law.

Benton specializes in employment law litigation and has litigated a multitude of employment-related claims on behalf of management, including: sex discrimination, race discrimination, age discrimination, national origin discrimination, disability discrimination, unlawful retaliation, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) violations, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violations, Equal Pay Act (EPA) violations, Whistle-blower retaliation, workers' compensation retaliation, civil rights violations (including violations of the 1st, 4th and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution), unpaid wage violations, breach of employment contracts, breach of settlement agreements, defamation, invasion of privacy, assault, battery, false imprisonment, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and negligent hiring.

Benton also has extensive experience representing public and private sector employers throughout Central Florida in employment arbitrations conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS), the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) and the Florida Arbitration Code.

Benton represents management in other labor matters, including labor negotiations, impasse proceedings and unfair labor practice litigation with the State of Florida Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC).

Working with Benton on a employment matter

Benton Wood is a partner in the firm's Orlando office. He represents private and public sector employers in all aspects of employment and labor law. Benton specializes in employment law litigation and has litigated a multitude of employment-related claims on behalf of management, including: sex discrimination, race discrimination, age discrimination, national origin discrimination, disability…

Clients Benton works with

Benton reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Miami School of Law

    J.D. · 1992

  • University of Miami School of Law

    — · 1992

  • University of Florida

    — · 1985

Jurisdictions

Benton's state bar admissions

  • Florida, Florida Bar

    ACTIVE

Benton studied at J.D. in University of Miami School of Law, — in University of Miami School of Law, and — in University of Florida.

Law school and academic background

Benton completed J.D. in University of Miami School of Law, — in University of Miami School of Law, and — in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benton runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration and Mediation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Public and Private Sectors

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Title VII Litigation

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration and Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation (2026).

Locations

Benton N. Wood's office in Orlando

Benton's primary office is at 200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 1100, Orlando, Florida, 32801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

200 South Orange Avenue, Suite 1100

Orlando, Florida 32801

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Hiring guide

How to hire Benton N. Wood — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Benton charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benton'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; Benton will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Orlando, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Benton

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Benton confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Benton N. Wood

  • How much does it cost to hire Benton for a employment case?

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

  • Does Benton offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Benton gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Benton take my case if I'm outside Orlando?

    Benton is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Benton 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 Benton?

    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. Benton will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Benton accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Orlando, Miami and Tampa in Florida

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