Charles Bennett

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A dedicated advocate for individuals harmed through no fault of their own, Charles A. Bennett is known for his relentless commitment to securing justice for injury victims. As the managing attorney of Bennett Legal in Dallas, Texas, he represents clients in significant personal injury matters, including motor vehicle and 18‑wheeler accidents, workplace injuries, negligent security cases, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death claims, and consumer cases involving solar panel financing fraud. Mr. Bennett's litigation work has contributed to several notable results, including a $32 million wrongful death verdict, a $2.5 million arbitration award against Amazon, a $2.2 million traumatic brain injury settlement, and a $170,000 arbitration recovery against Sunlight Financial for a solar financing fraud victim — securing full cancellation of a $113,000 solar loan, removal of the associated lien, credit repair, and $58,000 paid directly to the client. He is recognized for his strategic trial skills, aggressive advocacy, and ability to take on complex, high‑stakes cases. Mr. Bennett earned his Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology with a minor in mathematics from Midwestern State University, where he served as captain of the basketball team and helped lead the program to two conference championships. He went on to obtain his Juris Doctor cum laude from the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law in 2014. That same year, he was admitted to the State Bar of Texas, as well as the United States District Courts for the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas and the United States Court of Federal Claims. In a relatively short time, Mr. Bennett has earned recognition from both his peers and national legal organizations for his dedication to clients and his results in trial and arbitration. Maintains a perfect 10.0 rating on Avvo, supported by strong client reviews. He also holds an AV Preeminent peer‑review rating from Martindale‑Hubbell, the organization's highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Deeply committed to the legal community, Mr. Bennett is active in several professional organizations, including the American Association for Justice, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association, the Southern Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association, the State Bar of Texas, and the Dallas Bar Association.

Areas of Practice (10)

  • Personal/Business Injury – Plaintiff
  • Consumer Protection
  • Environmental
  • Constitutional
  • Civil Rights
  • Arbitration
  • Truck Accidents
  • Solar Panel Fraud
  • Automobile Accidents
  • Car Accidents

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Midwestern State University, B.S., Kinesiology; Honors: Basketball Team, Captain; Two-Time Academic All-Conference Selection; Won Two Conference Championships; Top 20 in Scoring and Top 15 in Rebounding in School History, 2001
Law School Attended:
Southern Methodist University School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2014
Year of First Admission:
2014
Admission:
2014, Texas; 2015, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas; 2015, U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas; 2016, U.S. Court of Federal Claims; 2024, Paul Brown Inns of Courts
Languages:
English
ISLN:
1000454660

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (12 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge
  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0
  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0
  • Communication

    5.0/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 11/15/21 in Personal Injury

    Mr. Bennett has the experience and skillset to review comprehensive files, grasp favorable and unfavorable evidence, and the arguments in order to create the Meta-Story, Pre-story, themes/counter-themes, and Details of the Case, so that your opening... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate Counsel on 04/20/20 in Personal Injury

    Charles is exceptional when it comes to case framing and trial presentation techniques.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/04/20 in Personal Injury

    Chuck is a very talented lawyer who always works for the best interest of his client.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/04/20 in Personal Injury

    Very capable trial lawyer.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 01/21/20 in Personal Injury

    Charles Bennett has had many lives. He played basketball abroad (Europe) for many years after he graduated from college. He became a forensic computer specialist when he returned stateside. He quietly sat for the LSAT, scored high, and attended SM... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 01/21/20 in Personal Injury

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 01/07/20 in Personal Injury

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 01/07/20 in Personal Injury

  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 09/29/22 in Personal Injury

  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 01/27/21 in Personal Injury

    Charles is a good lawyer who cares about others and about improving the profession.

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5.0/5.0 (6 reviews)
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5.0/5.0 (1 review)
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After my prior attorney tried to settle my case for $25,000 and only put $8,000 in my pocket, Charles Bennett and his staff took up the case and for the first time really listened to me and how hurt I...

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