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Former Associate Judge Returns to Champaign Law Firm
Anna M. Benjamin rejoins Meyer Capel as shareholder and litigation team member.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Meyer Capel, one of the largest law firms in the Champaign region, has announced that Anna M. Benjamin has returned to the firm as a shareholder and member of its litigation team. Benjamin has over 17 years of experience serving as a trial lawyer and an Associate Judge in the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Champaign County.
Why it matters
Benjamin's return to Meyer Capel brings valuable judicial experience and legal expertise back to the firm, strengthening its litigation capabilities and reputation in the local legal community.
The details
Prior to her judicial appointment, Benjamin practiced family law and civil litigation at Meyer Capel as a shareholder, representing clients in both trial and appellate courts. During her over eight-year tenure as an Associate Judge, she presided over a broad range of civil matters, including family law, juvenile and guardianship cases, estate litigation, administrative review, municipal court matters, and election disputes.
- Benjamin served as an Associate Judge for over 8 years.
- She has returned to Meyer Capel as of March 1, 2026.
The players
Anna M. Benjamin
An experienced trial lawyer and former Associate Judge of the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court in Champaign County, who has rejoined the law firm Meyer Capel as a shareholder and member of its litigation team.
Meyer Capel
One of the largest law firms in the Champaign region, which has welcomed back Anna M. Benjamin as a shareholder and member of its litigation team.
What they’re saying
“We are thrilled to welcome Anna back to the firm. Her extensive judicial experience and legal expertise will be invaluable assets to our litigation team and clients.”
— Unspecified, Meyer Capel spokesperson (Chambana Today)
The takeaway
Benjamin's return to Meyer Capel represents a significant boost to the firm's litigation capabilities, as it regains the services of an experienced trial lawyer and former judge with a proven track record of handling a wide range of civil matters.
