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Benjamin J Stone
1111 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA
Practices
3.6
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6 Reviews
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Education
1995:
Brooklyn Law School, J.D.
1991:
State University of New York at Albany, B.A.
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Overall rating
3.6
6 reviews
3.6
John h
21 Apr, 2015
Ben's recommendations of endless depositions, motions, bate-stamping, experts, etc tallied up to astronomical monthly bills that we paid under the belief that we would see justice in the courtroom. We went to court and 'won' absolutely nothing. Not even close. We spent more money on litigation than we could ever hope to recover in any settlement. Now that the case is over, absolutely nothing has changed in our predicament. In fact, its gotten worse while our legal 'family' just walks away - with our money of course.
As for opposing counsel stating 'hiring Ben to represent me', I'd think twice. You were/are an awesome attorney in the courtroom and though not on the same side as us, we recognized your obvious expertise. I'd recommend YOU in a heartbeat.
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Natalie
04 Apr, 2015
My Name is Natalie and as HR Director for 5000 employee’s I can tell you how important it is to find the right employment counsel for those times when needed. Ben Stone, Attorney at law has been the right counsel for the issues that our business has encountered. On numerous times he has guided us through the maze and complexities of employment law. He is vigilant and carefully balances compliance regulations to prevent liabilities along with business goals and needs most importantly he always diligently defends your cases if and when the need arises. The polite mannerism and professional interaction bestowed upon us by Ben is another important aspect that should not go unsaid.
I recommend Ben Stone to anyone who wants to have an excellent employment counsel and business relationship that will lead to a successful outcome.
Natalie R, PHR
HR Director,
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Linda
01 Apr, 2015
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 crafted 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.
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Top review highlights
Pros
1
Excellent legal expertise and performance in the courtroom
“We recognized your obvious expertise. I'd recommend YOU in a heartbeat.”
2
Diligent, vigilant, and careful in handling employment law issues
“He is vigilant and carefully balances compliance regulations to prevent liabilities along with business goals and needs.”
3
Excellent communication and professionalism
“The polite mannerism and professional interaction bestowed upon us by Ben is another important aspect that should not go unsaid.”
4
Provides clear and balanced counsel, supports client's decisions
“He always laid 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.”
5
Responsive and timely in communication
“He was always very timely in his responses to my emails and phone calls.”
Cons
1
Unprepared and ineffective in court proceedings
“Ben Stone came to court completely unprepared, late and stood waving his hands in the air like an idiot as the judge and other attorneys wiped the floor with him.”
2
Resulted in astronomical legal bills with no meaningful outcome
“Ben's recommendations of endless depositions, motions, bate-stamping, experts, etc tallied up to astronomical monthly bills that we paid under the belief that we would see justice in the courtroom. We went to court and 'won' absolutely nothing.”
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
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