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Benjamin S Kuipers

also known as Fowler St Clair PLLC, Ben Kuipers
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  • Mesa, AZ
  • Licensed for 10 years
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About Benjamin

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

ConstitutionalPersonal injuryCriminal defenseFamily
  1. Family: 45%

    Paternity, Child Support, Custody Issues, Spousal Maintenance, and much more.

    11 years, 270 cases

  2. Criminal defense: 30%

    Felony, Misdemeanor Criminal and DUI Defense

    11 years, 330 cases

  3. Personal injury: 20%

  4. Constitutional: 5%

    11 years

Languages spoken

English, Afrikaans

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Contact

1201 S. Alma School Road
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Fowler St Clair PLC

1201 S. Alma School Road
Ste. 12750
Mesa, AZ, 85210

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
AZActive 201011/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers503
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 40 Under 40National Trial Lawyers Association2016
Top 40 under 40 Criminal DefenseNational Trial Lawyers Association2015
Superb Criminal Defense AttorneyAVVO2015
Top 40 Under 40 Family LawyersThe American Society of Legal Advocates2015
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2015
Client's Choice 2014 "Constitutional Law"Avvo2014
Top Contributer 2014 "Family Law"Avvo2014
Client's Choice 2014 "Family Law"Avvo2014
Top Contributer 2014 "Criminal Defense"Avvo2014
Client's Choice 2014 "Criminal Defense"Avvo2014
"Exellent" Criminal AttorneyAvvo2014
Top ContributorAvvo2014
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2013
Top Contributor: Family LawAvvo2013
BA. Magna Cum LaudeHillsdale College2005
Dean's ListHillsdale College2004
Dean's ListHillsdale College2003
Dean's ListHillsdale College2002
Essay Champion: French & Indian WarDaughters of the American Revolution1994
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Managing AttorneyKuipers Law PLLC2012 - Present
Associate AttorneyGurstel, Staloch & Chargo, PA2011 - 2011
Associate AttorneyDoyle Berman Murdy PC2010 - 2010
ClerkMaricopa Country Superior Court2008 - 2009
Law ClerkMaricopa County Attorney's Office2008 - 2008
Blackstone Legal FellowAlliance Defense Fund2007 - 2007
CarpenterBardwell Construction Company2005 - 2006
Research InternFoundation For Economic Education, New York2004 - 2005
Economic History Research AssistantHillsdale College2003 - 2004
HandymanKuipers & Watts Home Restoration2001 - 2004
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
The American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember2015 - Present
The National Trial LawyersMembers2015 - Present
Better Business BureauAccredited Member2013 - Present
U.S. District Court of ArizonaAttorney Member2012 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaAttorney Member2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
ASU Federalist SocietyPresident2008 - 2009
ASU Federalist SocietyVice President2007 - 2008
ASU Environmental Law ClubMember2007 - 2009
Federalist SocietyVice President2006 - 2007
Hillsdale College Classical LiberalsPresident2003 - 2005
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Kuipers Law BlogWhite Collar Crimies In Arizona2015
Kuipers Law BlogSolicitation in Arizona Courts2015
Kuipers Law BlogTheft of Means of Transportation in Arizona2015
Google BlogDUI Motorized Vehicle Operations2013
The Hillsdale CollegianWrong War: Dissent Is Not Unpatriotic2003
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Mises CircleCertificate2015
Arizona StateJD - Juris Doctor2009
Hillsdale CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts2004
Mises InstituteAustrian Scholars Conference Diploma2004
Foundation for Economic EducationAdvanced Austrian Seminar Diploma2004
Mises InstituteDiploma2003
Foundation for Economic EducationFreedom University Diploma2003
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
State ConventionMinnesota Republican Party2016
Mises Circle (Attendee)Austrian Economics2015
ProfessionalismCLE By The Sea (Attendee)2014
Considerations in Legal Decision Making & Rellocation Cases & Drug Testing and How to Interpret the ResultsCLE By The Sea (Attendee)2014
DebateIraq: Moral Requirements and National Self-Interest2003
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
State of Arizona v. RCase dismissed
State v. GoinsOverturned Jury Verdict and Awarded New Trial
State of AZ v. GreenAll Counts Dismissed
State of AZ v. OrtizDismissed
State of Arizona v. MendozaExpunged
State of AZ v. ChavezDismissed
State of AZ v. JensenDismissed
Arizona v ChavezDismissed
Plaintiff v. Defendants A-ZSettled for nuisance value at 15k.

Reviews

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Review Benjamin Kuipers

Above and Beyond

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As a former school administrator, I was confident I could navigate and negotiate my own Family Law case during my divorce However, I soon realized that some issues were too complex and really needed a professional. Upon referral, I called Mr. Kuipers (Ben) in a panic; quickly needing a document I was required to file with the court the following day. Ben squeezed me in before the end of that same day and he delivered me with the document I so desperately needed. I was so extremely relieved and grateful for his willingness to calm my frustration and remedy my situation in such an efficient and professional manner that I kept using his services throughout my divorce. Trust me when I tell you that this gentleman will, "get the job done", with your complete satisfaction. Thank you Ben for taking care of me during a very difficult time. You indeed went, "Above and Beyond"!
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Benjamin Kuipers' response: Kirby, I appreciate your kind and thorough review. I'm delighted things worked out for you, even if the process wasn't as stress free and smooth as one would hope. Best of luck!

Excellent

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I called Ben on a few questions about a family law case I was dealing with while he also mentioned that he was a defence attorney. I happen to be going through a family and defense case and ended up hiring Mr Kuipers for both cases. Anytime I had a question or concern I would reach out to Ben and he was always there to give me good solid feedback and if he didn't know the answer off hand he knew them with in a couple days. I've had Mr Kuipers hired for about a year during these cases not only did Ben make me feel comfortable he made me feel like a friend and always had me laughing even when I was concerned about what was going on. If i ever need a attorney again I wouldn't hesitate one bit to call Ben back to defend me. Ending results on my defense case everything was dropped 100%. Ending results on my family law case I won 50/50 custody of my daughter. Thank you Ben Kuipers for your honest decisions and helping me along through the way of these stressful moments that could have chnaged my life.
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Benjamin Kuipers' response: Richard, I'm grateful for your review. Your case lingered for a while, but you perceived, and we overcame. I'm glad you and your daughter are reunited at last. Good luck!

Very Effective!

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Ben Kuipers has helped me in a couple different cases. He knows the law and is very professional and caring. He got the best deal he possibly could and i couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. He goes above and beyond to ensure you are comfortable with every step of the legal process and is very patient when you have questions. He did an outstanding job for me and I would highly recommend him.
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Benjamin Kuipers' response: Josh, thanks so much for commenting, and I'm so happy things have worked out so very well for you in this situation! Good luck!

DUI with a prior dropped to Reckless

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I was caught between a hard place and a rock. I was charged with a DUI in Feb 2015 and this was my 2nd offense with in the last 10 years. As I was looking for a lawyer to represent myself, I was referred to speak with Ben Kuipers. Best decision ever. My first impression of Ben was that he does not like to lose. Also, after talking, he was very confident that we had a case we could fight. Ben's had an amazing game plan and he stood very firm with the prosecuting attorney. To make a long story short, Ben plead my case down from a DUI (with a prior) to a reckless driving. Much thanks to his hard work and expertise. Now, I will not have to have an Interlock device, no jail time, smaller fine, and my license will not be suspended. My favorite part was when we were in the court room, other lawyers over heard our case and coming up to Ben asking, "how did you get your client a reckless with a prior" If you are caught between a rock and a hard place like I was, I HIGHLY recommend Ben Kuipers to represent you in the court of law Thank you again
Benjamin Kuipers' response: Nic, I appreciate your kind review and I'm so glad we managed to get everything to work out so well in your case. Stay safe out there!

DUI reduced to Reckless

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I was caught between a hard place and a rock. I was charged with a DUI in Feb 2015 and this was my 2nd offense with in the last 10 years. As I was looking for a lawyer to represent myself, and I was referred to speak with Ben Kuipers. My first impression I received of Ben is that he does not like to lose. Also, he was very confident with my situation that I had a case we could fight. I was very pleased to know that Ben had a game plan and he stood very firm with the prosecuting attorney. To make a long story short, Ben plead my case down from a DUI to a reckless driving. Much thanks to his hard work and expertise, I will not have to have an Interlock device, jail time, or my license being suspended. I will never forget when other lawyers in the building asking Ben "how did you get your client a reckless with a prior" If you are caught between a rock and a hard place, I HIGHLY recommend Ben Kuipers to represent you in the court of law Thank you again
Benjamin Kuipers' response: Nic, I appreciate your kind review and I'm so glad we managed to get everything to work out so well in your case. Stay safe out there!

He delivered for me and my family

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My life was on the line, literally 15 years was the possibility, and Ben did what he said he would.. He was powerful in front of the jury and eviscerated the witnesses against us. I recommend him, 1100%.
Benjamin Kuipers' response: I appreciate that feedback! So glad it worked out for you! Good luck to you!

This Lawyer is EXCEPTIONAL!

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My impression from first was excellent. He instantly understood what the real issues of the case was and set us out on a 6 month path that was tough, but that at the end of it, brought my kids back to me, full time. My ex tried to take our children out of the country, and for a brief period it looked bad, but we stuck to the plan and fought it out, and they're back with me and my ex spaying me child support! I recommend him!
Benjamin Kuipers' response: Thanks for sticking it out, I'm glad it all came through for us! Good luck!

Can't say enough good things

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To cut to the chase, Ben got me out of a big jam. Criminal charges, don't have them anymore. He got all charges dismissed, and even forgave part of the money I promised to pay. He did everything I hped for and more. Call him up, play it forward.
Benjamin Kuipers' response: I appreciate that my friend. Thanks for putting faith in our strategy! Stay out of trouble, and good luck!

Smoking Gun!!!

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I met Ben as he finished a hearing before mine I began asking him some questions and with his responses I knew he was the man for the job. Before I had Ben on my side my case was like the bottom of a mudslide. With the help of Ben and his staff things imminently began looking better. After a while we were on the top of the mountain creating the mudslide! Ben and his Staff work diligently and meticulously some times after hours to get us to the winners circle. Thank You!!! I couldn't be more satisfied with the effort and outcome of his law firm. I have already recommended Ben and his firm to some friends and I will continue to d so in the future. PS: Good luck with the Prom Queen
Benjamin Kuipers' response: Keith, thanks so much for your kind review. I'm thrilled things worked out so well for you and your family!

Cant recommend him enough

Posted by

I met Ben sitting outside a courtroom when I started asking him questions and even though he was reading he stopped and took the time to talk to me and show concern about me. I actually went and asked the court clerk who he was after I had my hearing and called his office. I dont' regret it. He has a clear and honest way of dealing with things, and doesnt blow smoke. You may not always like what he has to say but you'll be glad you have him in your corner.
Benjamin Kuipers' response: Greg, I appreciate the kind words. I'm so glad things have worked out so well! Good luck!
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Attorney endorsements

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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.

Jonathan Lacour

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.

Jill Rogers

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.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$250-$300/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
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