Benjamin R. Crittenden

Benjamin R. Crittenden

4.6
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 20 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Anchorage, AK
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Workers Compensation, Wrongful Death

750 W 2nd Ave, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK

About Benjamin

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alaska for 20 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 2005

Disbarred

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Ben Crittenden

750 W 2nd Ave, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK, 99501

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Benjamin R. Crittenden's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Terry | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best

My experience when Ben couldn’t of been a better one. The amount of work and dedication he put into my case to make sure I got the best results possible was endless. His fight for me was tooth and nail and never felt more comfortable or safe then with him handling my case. Even after my case and Sent...ence he’s still looking after my future and couldn’t of chose better

Posted by Jason | February 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Senior Quality Insurance Technician

Ben Crittenden took my case when other so called lawyers yawned at my case. My case was my life after being injured on the job and being thrown to the wolves by my kindly employer. I can say this that the law is written in favor of the State and Employer, but Ben persevered, where most would have g...iven up. It is a disgrace the way the law is written within Alaska. Having said that, Ben Crittenden showed tremendous fortitude and honor on my behalf. He worked tirelessly, and after over a year and half, my case was settled in what most would consider a win. Most lawyers including judges could learn a thing or two about humility, honor, trust, and just downright roll up your gold cuff-links and work for your client...Corporations don't need lawyers except to escape justice, but individuals do to protect themselves from the predatory laws, rules, policies, and organizations who wrote and prey on those of us unfortunate to fall within their cross-hairs. Ben Crittenden is an honorable lawyer, and coming from someone who has studied the law, I say that very rarely. God Bless him and his family and I humbly thank you Ben....

Posted by Colleen | February 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Personal Injury Attorney

Mr. Crittenden was a business associate, and when I had a car accident, I immediately thought of him to represent me. I was more than pleased at the results of my choice! Ben is the most fair, honest and forthright attorney I've ever known! That says a lot having worked for attorneys for decades. ...He represented me in a way, that if your family member was injured in an accident or harmed, that you would pursue all means and avenues to make them whole again. I felt like Ben was representing his "sister" in my case. He took care of dealing with the insurance companies, obtaining my medical records, communicating with the insurance company's attorney and making sure I had time to recover and obtain proper treatment before any considerations were made that would permanently seal my fate. By choosing Ben, you can rest assured, that you will be compensated to the fullest extent of what you are due, to become whole again, within the legal limits. Thank you Ben Crittenden! My life is better because of you!!

Posted by Pierre | February 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

"The true wealth of a nation lies not in it's gold or silver but in it's learning, wisdom and in the uprightness of its sons."

Ben is unequivocally an exact paragon of uprightness. He represented me fairly and professionally with all his might. I was greatly pleased with his performance.

Posted by Javier | February 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Very Professional!!

Ben is unequivocally an exact paragon of uprightness. He represented me fairly and professionally with all his might. I was greatly pleased with his performance.

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Benjamin R. Crittenden's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Cashion

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Crittenden is a very hard working attorney, and he has a great base of courtroom experience in both state and federal court. He is well respected by his colleagues and the judiciary. I recommend his services."

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Evan Barrickman

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Critterdon is well versed in representing clients in their personal injury cases. I recommend Mr. Critterdon."

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Jeff Gould

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Crittenden really does have a history of helping Injured Alaskans. I have worked with, against and around him for nearly 4 years and can say without reserve that his fierce advocacy and professionalism are a welcome addition to our profession. Anyone with legal needs and serious injuries would be well served with Ben Crittenden as your counsel. I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Benjamin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Emma Haddix

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked against Ben on several cases, and he was consistently thoughtful, ethical, and zealous for his clients."

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Laura Sheppard

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ben and I had the opportunity to study together at the National Criminal Defense College, a two week trial skills program taught by the best lawyers in the whole country. Ben showed his dedication to the practice of criminal defense by attending, and his training will make him an even more excellent trial attorney - the kind of lawyer you want on your side!"

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Wallace Tetlow

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeff Gould

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Wallace Tetlow

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Honors

2015

Top 100 National Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 10 Under 40 Personal Injury Attorneys in Alaska, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys

2012

NITA Advocate, National Institute of Trial Advocacy

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Ben Crittenden

2007 - 2009

Attorney, Barber & Sims, LLC

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Atkinson Conway & Gagnon

2005 - 2006

Law Clerk, Honrable Patrick McKay at the Anchorage Superior Court at Alaska

2003 - 2004

Intern, Alaska Federal District Court, Judge Singleton

Associations

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2012 - Present

National Criminal Defense College

Graduate

2010 - Present

Alaska Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

Alaska Association for Justice

Member

2005 - Present

Alaska Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Anonymous - Car Accident

$132,500

Anonymous - Car Accident

158,000

Anonymous - Car Accident

$142,500

Anonymous - Car Accident

$164,00

State v. Vickers

Not Guilty on all Counts

State v. Christiansen

Not Guilty

State v. Bernard

Not Guilty

U.S.A. v. Konefal

Not Guilty

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Education

2005

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

San Francisco State University

MA - Masters

1998

Colgate University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

CJA Panel Monthly Meeting

Federal Sentencing Advocacy

Publications

2005

Georgetown International Environmental Law Review Associate Editor

2004

Georgetown International Environmental Law Review Associate Editor

Languages

English

Activity

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