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Benjamin Lee Kessinger III
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About Benjamin
Biography
Dedicated to meeting my clients’ objectives with a “hands-on” and individual approach. Over the last ten years, I have been personally involved in over 25 million dollars of personal injury verdicts or settlements. I have represented some of the largest companies in the country and also handled some of the most complex personal injury/catastrophic cases for families. I have the collective experience of working as a partner of a mega-firm, a partner in a medium size firm, holding positions as General Counsel and founding a technology company that was sold to a publicly traded company.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Arbitration
12%
Business
12%
Defective and Dangerous Products
12%
Lawsuits and Disputes
12%
33 years | 350 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2018
Licenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 36 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
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Benjamin Lee Kessinger III's Reviews
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Posted by Judson | August 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
78 Year Family Restaurant / Total Fire Loss
From the moment that my wife and I met and consulted with Lee Kessinger, we were highly confident that we were going to recover from our tragic loss. Mr. Kessinger worked diligently and protected us throughout our extensive lawsuit. He communicated with us on a daily/weekly basis to keep us informe...
Posted by Mary | August 8, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Fabulous Attorney
I brought to Mr. Kessinger a specific medical injury case involving my child. It was a complicated case. Not only did he review the my son's medical record himself, but he also had a physician review the record so at our first meeting, he was able to thoroughly explain the pros, cons and legal meri...
Posted by Bob | August 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Served Commercial Contractor and Transactional services (Bob)
I have known Lee for over 38 years and he has served me as an attorney for over 15 years. He has represented me in the most professional manner. I commend him on his strategic direction and understanding my industry as a commercial contractor. His ethics are of the highest standards. His strategic...
Posted by JP | July 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional & Effective
Mr. Kessinger is a knowledgeable, compassionate, professional, and friendly attorney. He dedicates time and attention to address concerns in regards to legal needs. Many times I don’t know what we would have done without his direction and expertise.
Posted by Joe | July 25, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Outstanding!
I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Lee on a number of complex legal matters over many years. He is a first-rate attorney with years of experience working at a high level. Lee is particularly adept at analyzing difficult issues and formulating effective strategies for handling them...
Benjamin Lee Kessinger III's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I serve as the general counsel for a national Bank and I have hired Lee to represent the Bank in various matters. I have also recommended Lee to several individuals and corporations when I have been asked for a referral. Lee has actually represented several of my referrals and each case resulted in success. I do not hesitate to refer Lee as an attorney due to his proven success and dedication to his clients."
"I have known Lee for may years. Not only does he have an excellent reputation among fellow layers he is one of the best litigators I have seen. His ability to grasp the facts of a case and distill them into an easily understood presentation and compelling argument in favor of his client is outstanding."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Lee took a very difficult case another attorney dropped after he saw the police report and after doing a phenomenal job of finding the best experts to support the case he obtained a settlement . His work on the case was stellar and I highly recommend him. He will go above and beyond to help his clients."
"I strongly recommend and endorse Mr. Kessinger. He is an excellent litigator and trial attorney. He works very hard for his clients and has the skills to deliver great outcomes and results."
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Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeiminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2004
Certified Arbitrator, American Arbitration Association
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Manager Member, Kessinger Law Group, PLLC
1900 - Present
Member, Kessinger Law Group, PLLC
2002 - 2015
Member/Partner, Kinkead & Stilz, PLLC
1999 - 2002
CEO and General Counsel, Digital Freight, Inc.
1989 - 1999
Member/Partner, Stites & Harbison, PLLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Kentucky Justice AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Colon Cancer Screening Advisory CommitteeCommittee Member Appointed by Governor Steve Beshear
2004 - Present
International Association of Defense CounselMember
1998 - Present
University of KentuckyFellow
1997 - Present
Transportation Lawyers AssociationMember
1997 - Present
University of Kentucky FellowsFellow
1989 - Present
Fayette County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2013
Crestwood Christian ChurchDeacon
2009 - 2011
Crestwood Christian ChurchTrustee
2004 - 2005
Crestwood Christian ChurchChair, Finance Committee
2004 - 2017
American Arbitration AssociationArbitrator
2004 - 2004
Fayette County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2002 - 2002
World Trade MagazineEditorial Board Member
2001 - 2001
Kentucky Bar Association, Annual Convention CommitteeChair
2000 - 2003
Council of Logistics ManagementMember
1998 - 2004
Fayette County Pro Bono BoardBoard Member
1993 - 1999
Defense Research Insitute, Inc.Member
1989 - 2008
American Bar AssociationMember
1987 - 1989
University of Kentucky College of LawStaff Member, Journal of Law and Mineral Policy
Sample of Legal Cases
Baptist Physicians Lexington, Inc. v. New Lexington, Clinic, P.S.C., 436 S.W.3d 189 (Ky. 2014)
McChesney et al. v. Center for Weight Loss Surgery et al.
Fayette County jury verdict of $2,482,191 in wrongful death case arising from medical malpractice.
Fifth Third Bank v. Waxman, 726 F.Supp.2d 742 (E.D.Ky. 2010)
In Re: Air Crash at Lexington, Kentucky, August 27, 2006
Settled.
Deaton and John Barton, Appellants, v. Connecticut General Life Ins. Co.
Affirmed
Adam, Plaintiffs–Appellants/Cross–Appellees, v. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.
Affirmed in part, vacated in part, reversed and remanded in part.
Adam v. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc., 13 F.3d 219 (6th Cir. 1997)
Affirmed
Education
1989
University of Kentucky College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Auburn University, Auburn
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Kentucky Justice Association
Provided written material for 2010 “Trial by Jury” sponsored by the Kentucky Justice Association for Kentucky State Fair presentation on first jury award case for loss of consortium damages to a surviving spouse in the amount of $750,000
2002
HOBY Foundation
Presentation to HOBY Foundation
2001
Kentucky Bar Association Annual Convention
Chair, Kentucky Bar Association Annual Convention (2001)
2000
Leadership Lexington
Presentation to Leadership Lexington
1992
Lexington Forum Monthly Meeting
Right to Work
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers