Benjamin J Stone

Benjamin J Stone

3.7
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 30 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Securities & Investment Fraud, Environmental and Natural Resources

1111 Third Avenue, Suite 2700, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 30 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1996

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

1111 Third Avenue, Suite 2700, Seattle, WA, 98101

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Benjamin J Stone's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by linda | April 01, 2015 | Employment & Labor

Brillant, determined, wise, listens carefully - Superb lawyer; terrific experience

I could not have asked for a better experience with an employment law attorney than with Ben Stone. The circumstances of my case were complex, sensitive, and personally extremely important to me. Ben was strategic in his approach, clear/wise. He listened carefully to what mattered most to me. He craf...ted an effective path forward that was consistent with my values. He carefully tracked the details of the case and was always prepared for the next step forward. He was always very timely in his responses to my emails and phone calls. Throughout our work together, Ben would always lay out very clearly the different approaches we might take, and the pros/cons for each. He was balanced in his counsel and willing to fully support my decision. I could not have asked for a better experience and person to assist.

Posted by Russell | January 15, 2013 | Employment & Labor

Balanced, Thorough, Driven

I worked with Ben during an employment case. He was excellent not only for his pragmatism but also for staying on top of the process and keeping me informed. What impressed me most was his value during depositions where his research and calm really made a difference in order to get to the truth of... the situation. I was grateful to have Ben on my team and would suggest him to anyone.

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Andrew Kinstler

Litigation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ben served as opposing counsel against me in a hard fought case. He was prepared, driven, careful and zealous, under difficult circumstances. I have immense respect for Ben's diligence, advocacy, effectiveness and preparation. I would hire Ben to represent me."

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Joshua Glatter

Litigation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Ben going back over 25 years, and have discussed and consulted with him in respect of numerous professional issues since the mid 1990s. He's handled a variety of complex litigation matters, especially in the fields of insurance, employment, and complex commercial disputes. He's efficient, creative, hardworking, and, above all else, practical and client-focused."

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Scott Schill

Litigation lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Ben for several years. He is a great lawyer: smart, dedicated, determined, and ethical. He always does what is best for his clients. I have referred clients to him and can recommend him highly to anyone looking for a top-flight attorney."

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Joshua Brower

Employment and labor lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

1995

Managing Editor, Brooklyn Journal of International Law

1993

Dean's Academic Achievement Award, Brooklyn Law School

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP

2012 - Present

Attorney, Veris Law Group PLLC

2006 - 2012

Attorney, Cozen O'Connor

2003 - 2006

Attorney, Keller Rohrback, LLP

2000 - 2003

Attorney, Lustig & Brown, LLP

1996 - 2000

Attorney, Law Offices of Judd Burstein

Associations

2012 - Present

American Bar Association

2006 - Present

Defense Research Institute

2003 - Present

Kings County Bar Association

2003 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

2013 - 2014

American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Trial Practice Committee

Subcommittee Chair, PodCasts

2010 - 2010

Pacific Coast Labor & Employment Law Conference

Subcommittee Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Vinzant v. Saled Food Service

Dismissed on motion for summary judgment

Peoples v. Popeyes Restaurant

Dismissal of case

Perkumpulan v. Tanner

Favorable settlement for client

Mika Mobile v. B&V Games

Got infringing game removed from iTunes by Apple and infringing company agreed to remove infringing aspects of game.

McHugh v. City of Tacoma

Defeated case on summary judgment.

Ogletree v. ER Solutions, Inc.

In one of the first cases in Washington, defeated motion to certify class under the autodialer provisions of the TCPA

Mullins v. Fisher Companies

Obtained summary judgment dismissal of case and obtained affirmance of dismissal on appeal

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Education

1995

Brooklyn Law School

J.D.

1991

State University of New York at Albany

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2014

Washington Counties Risk Pool Spring Conference

What Employers Need to Know About the ADA and the FMLA

2013

American Bar Association Roundtable

Use of Technology During Openings and Closings

2010

Washington Collectors Association Annual Conference

Defending TCPA Class Actions

2010

Continuing Education Conference

How to Defend a TCPA Class Action

Publications

2014

American Bar Association Trial Practice Committee Newsletter Habit and Routine Practice Evidence

2013

American Bar Association, Trial Practice Newsletter Spoliation and Facebook: Don't Toss that "Page" During Litigation

2013

American Bar Association Trial Evidence Committee Proof Newsletter Avoiding the ESI Minefield on the March to Trial

2010

Corporate Counsel Magazine Stay Off the Hook for TCPA Claims

Languages

English

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