Benjamin S. Kuipers is a first generation American originally raised in rural Minnesota, and is an Arizona trial attorney focusing on litigation. Mr. Kuipers studied in college under a number of fine professors and contributed to articles published by fellows at the Hoover Institution, and in the Wall Street Journal. Mr. Kuipers graduated college magna cum laude in three years, and proceeded to move to New York City, where he was employed at the country’s oldest economics think-tank, the Foundation for Economic Education.
Following a brief hiatus running a political campaign, Mr. Kuipers attended and graduated law school at Arizona State University. In his undergrad and law school career, Mr. Kuipers was able to study under two U.S. Supreme Court Justices, two state Supreme Court justices (one in Michigan and one in Arizona), and worked as a research fellow in economic history studying the long term impact on federal fiscal policy of the First World War. Following law school, Mr. Kuipers litigated hundreds of cases in Arizona’s trial and appellate courts spanning everything from cases involving a few thousand to fifteen million dollars. With over one hundred bench and jury trials, Mr. Kuipers has a 100% success rate in Arizona appellate litigation. Mr. Kuipers loves the courtroom, and that love is reflected in the individual care he gives each client and case.
When not litigating cases, Mr. Kuipers enjoys spending time bantering about on the finer points of military history, economics, law, and philosophy with his friends, many cousins the world over, and colleagues in the National Guard. Most especially however, he cherishes his time in the mountains with his fellow avid co-sportsman, a devoted Rhodesian Ridgeback.
Being a single generation out of a foreign jungle where the rule of law and civilization itself was under attack from terrorist forces, Mr. Kuipers appreciates the magnificent gift it is to be an American, and has acted in gratitude of this gift by going through the U.S. Army School of Infantry at Fort Benning, GA, and by serving proudly in the Arizona Army National Guard. Mr. Kuipers comprehends the tremendous gift it is to be in a society governed by the rule of law, where the individual's rights are protected and guaranteed against all comers, and he has dedicated himself to working to preserve for future generations those basic principles of limited government which undergird our American system of law, and which are enshrined in our Constitution.
Practice areas
Paternity, Child Support, Custody Issues, Spousal Maintenance, and much more.
11 years, 270 cases
Felony, Misdemeanor Criminal and DUI Defense
11 years, 330 cases
11 years
Languages spoken
English, Afrikaans
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Active | 2010 | 11/28/2020 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2016 |
Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2015 |
Superb Criminal Defense Attorney | AVVO | 2015 |
Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers | The American Society of Legal Advocates | 2015 |
Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2015 |
Client's Choice 2014 "Constitutional Law" | Avvo | 2014 |
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Top Contributer 2014 "Family Law" | Avvo | 2014 |
Client's Choice 2014 "Family Law" | Avvo | 2014 |
Top Contributer 2014 "Criminal Defense" | Avvo | 2014 |
Client's Choice 2014 "Criminal Defense" | Avvo | 2014 |
"Exellent" Criminal Attorney | Avvo | 2014 |
Top Contributor | Avvo | 2014 |
Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2013 |
Top Contributor: Family Law | Avvo | 2013 |
BA. Magna Cum Laude | Hillsdale College | 2005 |
Dean's List | Hillsdale College | 2004 |
Dean's List | Hillsdale College | 2003 |
Dean's List | Hillsdale College | 2002 |
Essay Champion: French & Indian War | Daughters of the American Revolution | 1994 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Attorney | Kuipers Law PLLC | 2012 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Gurstel, Staloch & Chargo, PA | 2011 - 2011 |
Associate Attorney | Doyle Berman Murdy PC | 2010 - 2010 |
Clerk | Maricopa Country Superior Court | 2008 - 2009 |
Law Clerk | Maricopa County Attorney's Office | 2008 - 2008 |
Blackstone Legal Fellow | Alliance Defense Fund | 2007 - 2007 |
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Carpenter | Bardwell Construction Company | 2005 - 2006 |
Research Intern | Foundation For Economic Education, New York | 2004 - 2005 |
Economic History Research Assistant | Hillsdale College | 2003 - 2004 |
Handyman | Kuipers & Watts Home Restoration | 2001 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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The American Society of Legal Advocates | Member | 2015 - Present |
The National Trial Lawyers | Members | 2015 - Present |
Better Business Bureau | Accredited Member | 2013 - Present |
U.S. District Court of Arizona | Attorney Member | 2012 - Present |
State Bar of Arizona | Attorney Member | 2010 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
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ASU Federalist Society | President | 2008 - 2009 |
ASU Federalist Society | Vice President | 2007 - 2008 |
ASU Environmental Law Club | Member | 2007 - 2009 |
Federalist Society | Vice President | 2006 - 2007 |
Hillsdale College Classical Liberals | President | 2003 - 2005 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Kuipers Law Blog | White Collar Crimies In Arizona | 2015 |
Kuipers Law Blog | Solicitation in Arizona Courts | 2015 |
Kuipers Law Blog | Theft of Means of Transportation in Arizona | 2015 |
Google Blog | DUI Motorized Vehicle Operations | 2013 |
The Hillsdale Collegian | Wrong War: Dissent Is Not Unpatriotic | 2003 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Mises Circle | Certificate | 2015 |
Arizona State | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
Hillsdale College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2004 |
Mises Institute | Austrian Scholars Conference Diploma | 2004 |
Foundation for Economic Education | Advanced Austrian Seminar Diploma | 2004 |
Mises Institute | Diploma | 2003 |
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Foundation for Economic Education | Freedom University Diploma | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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State Convention | Minnesota Republican Party | 2016 |
Mises Circle (Attendee) | Austrian Economics | 2015 |
Professionalism | CLE By The Sea (Attendee) | 2014 |
Considerations in Legal Decision Making & Rellocation Cases & Drug Testing and How to Interpret the Results | CLE By The Sea (Attendee) | 2014 |
Debate | Iraq: Moral Requirements and National Self-Interest | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State of Arizona v. R | Case dismissed |
State v. Goins | Overturned Jury Verdict and Awarded New Trial |
State of AZ v. Green | All Counts Dismissed |
State of AZ v. Ortiz | Dismissed |
State of Arizona v. Mendoza | Expunged |
State of AZ v. Chavez | Dismissed |
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State of AZ v. Jensen | Dismissed |
Arizona v Chavez | Dismissed |
Plaintiff v. Defendants A-Z | Settled for nuisance value at 15k. |
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Tyler Haslam, Constitutional Attorney on Mar 14, 2019
Relationship: Co-worker
Ben and I serve together as judge advocates in the National Guard (albeit different states). He is thoughtful, intellectual attorney who always places his clients' interests first. Additionally, he has the innate ability to think tactically and strategically about legal issues in order to achieve the best outcomes. I would recommend Ben to anyone looking for high quality representation.
Derek Jacques, Family Attorney on Nov 1, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Kuipers is an amazing advocate for those in need. I would not hesitate to send my own clients his way.
Giancarlo Sapelli, Family Attorney on Jul 11, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Worked with Mr. Kuipers on another family law matter. He works well for his clients and is a reasonable attorney. He knows how to fight for his clients when it is needed and when to tell his clients whether or not they are being reasonable.
Oscar Ramirez, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 19, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Kuipers is professional, bright and finds creative solutions to complex legal problems. I endorse this lawyer.
Walter Hnot,, Constitutional Attorney on Mar 22, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Benjamin is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.
David Schwaner, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Adriana Blanchette, Family Attorney on Sep 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Mark Clay, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Kuipers. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.
Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. I endorse this lawyer.
Susan Kassel, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer he is a fierce and capable advocate.
Socrates de La Cruz, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a knowledgable Attorney and a zealous advocate in court for his clients.
Mahsa Gholami, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Great criminal defense attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Gerald Stahl, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ben is an excellent criminal defense attorney in the Phoenix area. He fights hard for his client's and truly cares about their future. I endorse this lawyer.
Micol Mion, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Ben, he a knowledgeable and hardworking attorney, who strives to help clients achieve the best results! In fact I wish he worked in Massachusetts so I could consult him on criminal matters.
Pius Joseph, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ben is an outstanding Criminal Defense and litigation lawyer and I highly recommend him.
Aggressive representation and a great attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
David Schwarz, Family Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend this lawyer he is a true professional
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Family Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a knowledgeable and well respected attorney in the community.
Joseph Breidenbach, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Mariya Furman, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse attorney Benjamin Kuipers. Active member in Avvo posting accurate legal answers to help folks needed advice. Respected by peers in the legal industry.
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