Ben is an experienced litigator in the law firm of Montgomery Purdue, PLLC, a general business firm of 27 attorneys in a variety of practice areas that support businesses and business owners. Ben is a focuses his practice on commercial and civil litigation with an emphasis on construction, real estate, trust and estate litigation, environmental, and insurance coverage disputes.
Practice areas
The majority of my practice consists of general civil litigation with a focus on product liability defense, construction disputes, employment, contract, and business disputes.
18 years, 300 cases
18 years, 35 cases
I have experience with VAPA actions and most areas of estate and trust litigation, including general probate matters and most aspects of TEDRA litigation.
18 years, 15 cases
11 years, 10 cases
My insurance coverage practice is focused on representing policy holders in obtaining defense of claims or indemnity coverage from insurers.
18 years, 20 cases
I have handled administrative appeals through the superior court review and state and federal appeals, including several appeals to the Washington Supreme Court.
18 years, 12 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2004 | 05/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Washington Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | Washington Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Best Speaker | Thomas Tang National Moot Court Competition | 2003 |
Second Best Speaker | August A. Rendigs National Products Liability Moot Court Competition | 2002 |
Mary Gates Leadership Grant | Mary Gates Foundation | 1999 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Montgomery Purdue Blankinship & Austin, PLLC | 2004 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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King County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Phi Beta Kappa | Member | 1998 - Present |
Phi Theta Kappa | Member | 1997 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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National Business Institute Seminar | Accounting 101 for Attorneys — Complying with Ethical Standards | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Washington School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
University of Washington | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Accounting 101 for Attorneys — Complying with Ethical Standards | Complying with Ethical Standards | 2015 |
Three Potentially Perilous Phases of the Employment Relationship | Managing Risks in Employment Relationship | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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American Best Food, Inc. v. Alea London, Ltd. | Ruling for our clients, the insureds, that the insurance company breached the policy in bad faith. |
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J. Grady Hepworth, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Ben was an excellent mentor, leader, and teacher. He is an experienced advocate who is passionate about serving his clients and obtaining favorable results. I'm grateful for the opportunity I had to learn from his experience and knowledge.
Joshua Pope, Environmental and natural resources Attorney on May 5, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
J. Grady Hepworth, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Dec 19, 2017
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Ben was an excellent mentor, leader, and teacher. He is an experienced advocate who is passionate about serving his clients and obtaining favorable results. I'm grateful for the opportunity I had to learn from his experience and knowledge.
Joshua Pope, Environmental and natural resources Attorney on May 5, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Hamell, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Oct 23, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Ben is a great lawyer. He is smart and gets things done.
Brian Free, Litigation Attorney on Dec 12, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Ben on a number of lawsuits, and have always found him to be professional,hard-working, and well versed in the law. I wouldn't hesitate recommending him to any person or business in need of a skilled litigator.
Matthew Senechal, Litigation Attorney on Dec 9, 2011
Relationship: Other
Ben is a skilled litigator, creative problem solver and passionate advocate for his clients' needs. He's a talented lawyer that gets the job done.
Kristiana O'Brien, Litigation Attorney on Dec 7, 2011
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Ben is a fantastic lawyer. He is experienced in a wide variety of commercial litigation matters. He provides practical counsel and results for clients in a cost-effective manner. He is a thoughtful and effective advocate for his clients and a successful attorney.
Maurice Classen, Litigation Attorney on Dec 6, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ben is a dedicated and passionate litigator. I would recommend him to clients looking for lawyer ready to champion a difficult cause.
Scott Feir, Litigation Attorney on Dec 6, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Ben is a talented attorney who puts his client's needs first.
Nathan Garnett, Litigation Attorney on Dec 6, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Ben for many years - he is a tenacious and resourceful litigator who can be counted on to zealously represent his clients in a legal conflict.