Areas of Practice
Corporate Law
Bottom Line: Protection
We bring experience to businesses of all sizes, as well as to the individuals who run them.
You benefit from a full palette of services from general business counseling to more specialized work such as purchases, sales and mergers of business entities, dispute resolution, internal investigations, structuring and negotiation joint ventures and strategic alliances, preparation of policy and employment manuals, and preparations of employment and severance agreements.
Medical Law
Benn There. Done that.
With over 15 years serving in the chair position of a large hospital and health system board, we understand the healthcare industry. We have offered legal counseling to physician practices, as well as to individual physicians on matters both professional and personal.
In addition to handling the day-to-day legal issues that accompany running a medical practice, we have experience in reviewing contracts and assisting with negotiations; drafting severance agreements and non-compete covenants; and handling acquisitions and mergers of medical practices.
“Niles Benn has represented me for 25 years. He has helped me with residential and commercial real estate, business dealings, my medical practice, and family triumphs and tragedies. He knows the law. He knows the business and legal systems as well as the people and leaders of York. He has the experience to get things done. But to me what is more important is that he is down to earth in explaining the law. He makes sure I understand the why and the how of his advice and plan. He has comforted my family with compassion when needed. It's been good to work with someone I trust over this past quarter century.”
Conrad H. Knudson, M.D.
President of “Associates In Family Medicine” of York, PA
Niles and the Benn Law Firm have provided us with prompt, exceptional service for all of our legal needs including contract negotiations, estate planning, 4 real estate closings, and solid advice for over a decade! We are so appreciative. Thank you!
Dr. & Mrs. John Potochny
Media Law
Ink In Our Veins
We protect and assist newspapers and news organizations in media law matters involving access to public records, courtrooms and meetings; pre-publication review, issues involving the First Amendment, including but not limited to libel defense; right-to-know and Sunshine Law matters.
In cases where reporters are subpoenaed, we vigorously fight to quash the subpoenas and maintain the media’s independence. We handle news organizations’ management and personnel matters, union grievances and negotiations. Additionally, we have represented clients in the sale and acquisition of newspaper publications.
Our firm provides seminars to the staff of news organizations to keep them updated with respect to issues involving defamation, open records, public meetings, etc.
“The York Dispatch fights for transparency every day. For more than 25 years, Niles has stood with us when it becomes necessary to take that fight to court. We couldn’t ask for a better First Amendment champion than Benn Law Firm.”
Patrick Delany
Editor in Chief of The York Dispatch
Real Estate Law
Effective Representation in Real Estate
We believe that it is very important to have an attorney representing your interests in real estate matters. Utilizing our extensive real estate experience in the purchase, sale, financing, management, leasing, development of commercial, industrial or residential property can protect you from unexpected and unnecessary expenses.
With respect to the purchase of real estate, Mr. Benn is an approved attorney for First American Title and Insurance Company.
Additionally, we mediate disputes between purchasers, sellers, realtors and real estate firms. Our attorneys have experience in representing individuals in real estate mediation matters and other areas of real estate litigation.
“As a title agent for many years I am proud to work along with Attorney Benn and his firm. Purchasing a home or business requires due diligence and making sure every detail is complete. You get the same service on each with BennLawFirm. That's the icing on the Cake.”
Glenda M. Wethington
Owner of Tri-State Abstract Services
Employment Law
Our extensive experience in employment law and employment-related matters includes the representation of both employers and employees in litigating cases before the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Unemployment Compensation Referees, the Unemployment Compensation Board of Review, the Pennsylvania State Courts and the Federal Court system. Whether a case involves discrimination, harassment, retaliation, unemployment compensation or other employment law matters, we can provide protection and counsel to management and employees alike.
Family Law
Benn Law Firm brings decades of experience in York Family Law to all of our clients with personal, compassionate, and dedicated representation. We want to be there to hold your hand through this challenging time and guide you toward a more peaceful life. We specialize in divorce, custody, spousal support, alimony, child support, protection from abuse, prenuptial agreements, post nuptial agreements, adoption, and name changes. Whether you want an Order or need to change an Order, we can help. If you are considering separation, we can tell you what the future will hold. Don’t go it alone, we can help.
Mediation Services
Benn Family Law has several trained and certified mediators who can help you resolve and eliminate conflict in your life. With decades of experience in the York legal community, we know that going to court is not always required and that many people would prefer to work out their issues privately. We can help you work together with the other party to resolve your issues in a way that benefits both of you and removes the stress and uncertainty from your lives. Then, we can prepare a written agreement that protects you both.
Estate Planning
We will assist you with all estate-planning needs, such as wills, powers-of-attorney, living wills, establishing trusts, handling estate and probate matters, and drafting family agreements. No matter your needs, we will handle your affairs effectively, with professionalism and discretion.
Additional Testimonials
I first met Niles Benn when I served as a character witness for a friend. Immediately I was impressed by Niles’s approachability, professionalism and attention to detail. Up until then, I had not met an attorney who exemplified all of those characteristics simultaneously. Niles has a way of connecting with people and making them feel comfortable in what may be some of life’s most uncomfortable times. It is a breath of fresh air to work with someone who exemplifies genuine concern for his clients. My profession requires that I give referrals pertaining to many of life’s biggest moments. When it comes to legal representation, I never hesitate to tell about who I trust will give the best care and expertise on behalf of their clients. It is the same person that I trust to represent myself, my family and my organization. My recommendation will always be for the Benn Law Firm. Many thanks to the Benn Law Firm for helping to handle some of life’s most critical decisions smoothly.
Reverend Mark K. Kearse, M.Div.
Senior Pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church, York, PA.
“In the most famous words of Maya Angelou, ‘I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.’
In saying this, Attorney Benn, always listens intently, letting me know that I am IMPORTANT and he takes the time to show he cares. We have met several times and each time Niles was welcoming, fun to be with, efficient, detailed and firm. He is a proficient attorney and his legal services are always TOP NOTCH! It's great to be his client as I am extremely satisfied with his services.
Our most recent conversation via text (during the pandemic) was pertaining to a disturbing finding, and Niles made time to hear what I had to say, even during a time frame in which he was extremely busy. I felt much better after our conversation. I absolutely love Niles’ sense of humor, the kindness he displays and his honesty. The mere fact that he shares some of his life stories makes me feel great too. Time and time again he remains the same and for that I say THANK YOU!”
Candace Anderson Robinson
Medical Professional