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also known as Ben Trotter, Benjamin Trotter
Benjamin Trotter is based in our San Antonio office and specializes in both litigation and transactional matters. His practice centers around debt defense against debt collectors and credit card companies, oil and gas negotiations, real estate matters, business contract negotiation and disputes, and criminal defense.
Ben has been a partner with The Rutherford Law Firm since 2015. During this time, he has zealously represented individuals in cases against debt collectors and credit card companies. He has also represented numerous land owners, contractors, and businesses in various disputes and negotiations. Ben also takes pride in his work in criminal cases by representing his clients in their time of need.
Prior to joining the Rutherford Law Firm, Ben worked as an Independent Petroleum Consultant for various oil and gas companies in the Eagle Ford Shale. During this time, Ben negotiated with landowners on the behalf of oil companies and drafted various legal documents to ensure oil and gas units were operation ready.
During law school, Ben was a Dean’s Scholarship Recipient, selected as a member of the prestigious law fraternity Phi Delta Phi, and a was included on the Dean’s List. As a law student, Ben clerked for three different law firms in San Antonio as well as the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas.
Before attending law school, Ben worked as a Legislative Aide in the Texas State House of Representatives for the Honorable David Farabee. He also worked on multiple statewide and local political campaigns. Ben obtained his undergraduate degree from The University of Texas at Austin where he served in leadership positions in various campus organizations and was a member of the service organization Texas Cowboys.
Ben spends his free time with his wife, Lauren, their son Townes, and their rescue dog Anna. When he is not in the office, you can find Ben on the golf course, cheering on the Longhorns at Darrell K. Royal Memorial Stadium, or watching one of his other favorite teams.
Ben provides representation for clients in Bexar, Kendall, Kerr, Gillespie, Blanco, Comal, Wilson, Karnes, Atascosa, Medina, Frio, Guadalupe, and Bandera Counties.
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923 South Alamo, Suite 2, San Antonio, TX, 78205
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Posted by Tom | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Hiring Ben Trotter was the best decision I could have made! I was notified that I had 2 cases against me by the same company. I sought the advice of friends and some of them referred me to other attorneys. Some of those attorneys never returned my calls or requests for calls via their websites. O...
Posted by Mark Davis | October 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Ben represented me in a business contract issue. He is a man of his word and did what he committed to do in a timely fashion. When I called or emailed he responded that day. He protected me and always had my best interest on the forefront. The best part is he won my case and I was awarded money an...
Posted by Eli | May 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I had a great experience with Ben Trotter representing me. Once I found out that I was being sued for old debt that I had forgotten about, I was in panic. I wanted to quickly end this lawsuit and clear my name. I filled out a quick online consultation and Ben called me the next day. Ben was straightf...
"You don't often find lawyers who are good book lawyers and good courtroom lawyers. Ben is in that select group. He cares about his clients, he understands the issues involved in their cases, and he knows how to win."
"Mr. Trotter is an incredibly diligent and talented attorney, who remains professional with all parties involved in a case. He zealous represents his client's best interests and goes the extra mile to help them secure the best possible outcome."
"Smart. Knowledgeable. Aggressive. These are just a few of the adjectives I would use to describe this attorney. Mr. Trotter possesses a clarity of mind and a work ethic that will bring your legal matter to a successful resolution. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."
"Ben is a zealous young lawyer. He is one-hundred percent committed to his clients and the law. He has been a great addition to our firm."
"Ben is an intelligent, skilled, and hard working litigator. He will zealously represent his clients in all matters. I would highly recommend to anyone seeking legal representation and will continue to refer clients to him."
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2011
Dean's List, St. Mary's University School of Law
2010
Dean's Scholarship Recipient, St. Mary's University School of Law
2015 - Present
Partner, The Rutherford Law Firm, PLLC
2013 - 2015
Independent Petroleum Consultant, Self Employed Consultant
2013 - 2013
Contract Attorney, Speights & Worrich
2012 - 2012
Summer Associate, Davis, Cedillo & Mendoza, Inc.
2012 - 2012
Teaching Assistant, St. Mary's University School of Law
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Robert J. Barrera, P.C.
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office Eastern District of Texas
2016 - Present
Rotary Club of San AntonioMember
2013 - Present
Young Professionals in EnergyMember
2012 - Present
Phi Delta PhiMember
2010 - Present
San Antonio Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Texas Cowboys Alumni AssociationMember
2010 - 2012
St. Mary's Democratic Law Student AssociationPresident
2010 - 2012
St. Mary's Longhorn Bar AssociationMember
2007 - 2009
Texas Student Media Board of Operating TrusteesPresident
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Modification of Probation
2012
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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