Benjamin D Cushman

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Benjamin D Cushman

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 29 years

Construction and development Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate ... +4 more

1202 State Ave. NE, Olympia, WA

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About Benjamin

Biography

My practice focuses on construction, land use, environmental and real property law; all things land.

I represent clients on both public and private construction -- from contract to claim.

I have a Certificate in Environmental and Natural Resource Law from Lewis and Clark College.

I have handled land use and zoning matters, from permits and rezones to penalties, throughout WA.

I handle transactions, litigation, and land use regulatory matters.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Construction and Development 50%

50%
Land Use and Zoning 15%

15%
Landlord or Tenant 10%

10%
Real Estate 10%

10%
Business 5%

5%
Education 5%

5%
Environmental and Natural Resources 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-285 per hour

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Alaska for 21 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Idaho for 28 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 28 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 29 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 29 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Deschutes Law Group, PLLC

1202 State Ave. NE, Olympia, WA, 98506

www.deschuteslawgroup.com

Benjamin D Cushman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Aaron | April 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thorough and honest

Ben and his team provided honest and thorough legal counsel throughout the entire process. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a case before telling us to move forward. He helped us on a contractor refund dispute. It is my recommendation to avoid a lawsuit at any cost, but if it comes to it.....call Benjamin Cushman!

Posted by Barry and Cindy | October 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ben was an anwer to our prayers!

When we hired Ben we didn't have any idea what kind of battle we were in for. He was so gracious with our anxiety. It took 4 long years but Ben was relentless and reassuring the whole time. We were amazed how respectful he was in the billing, realizing how difficult the ordeal was. We thank God for B...en's grace.

Posted by Kelly | April 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

This guy is a pitbull

Ben , is amazing. He took our case when no one else would. We did end up with a partial settlement from a former landlord who was attempting to abuse us and the system. He was very considerate when it came to spending more money and was very honest with us through the case and it was a difficult case.... If this guy gets ahold of something he doesn't let it go. He is intellgent and the type of aggressive that you want on your side when you enter the court room. Thank you Ben

Posted by Heather | December 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney hands down!

My husband and I have used Ben on several different cases, he is an amazing, compassionate, honest attorney. The fact that he is so straight forward is something I absolutely respect about him. My cases are never easy to win...but Ben has always gotten us good results!

Posted by Clay and diana | November 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Long time clients

Ben has been a very knowledgeable and successful legal representative for my wife and I for over 10 years and we are very happy with all aspects of his work and compassion for every and all situations. When we need legal help we don’t hesitate to call him and nobody else. We put our trust, and faith ...into Ben Cushman without hesitation or doubt.

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Benjamin D Cushman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Deborah Reback-Cushman

Construction and development lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this attorney wholeheartedly! He's an amazing lawyer."

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Deborah Reback-Cushman

Contracts and agreements lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner, Deschutes Law Group, PLLC

1996 - 2017

Attorney, Cushman Law Offices, PS

Associations

2004 - Present

Alaska Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

1997 - Present

Idaho State Bar

Member

1996 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jackowski v. Borchelt

Settlement after favorable decision at Supreme Court

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Education

1996

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Reed College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

REIA Class - Land Development Land Use/Zoning

2014

Construction Law for Public Projects

Bond Claims, Contractor Claims and Subcontractor Issues

2014

Construction Law for Public Projects

Public Procurement Law Applicable to Construction Contracting

Languages

English

Activity

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