Biography:
Originally from the Cave City and Mammoth Cave region of South Central Kentucky, Ben graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 2002. Over the last two decades, Ben has successfully defended clients in both federal and state courts on criminal matters ranging from petty and misdemeanor offenses to multi-state drug conspiracy felonies in federal court. He also has experience representing clients before state administrative agencies such as the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet and the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure. Finally, he has extensive experience representing media in first amendment litigation.
Ben lives in Lexington with his wife and two boys. He also remains active in his community and serves on the boards of several charitable organizations. On January 31, 2020, Governor Beshear appointed Ben to serve on the board of the Kentucky Environmental Education Council.
Bar Admissions:
- Commonwealth of Kentucky, 2002
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky, 2003
- U.S. District Court Western District of Kentucky, 2005
- U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit, 2005
- United States Supreme Court, 2018
Education:
- University of Kentucky (Lexington, Kentucky)
J.D., 2002
Journal of Natural Resources and Environmental Law, 2000
Editor-in-Chief, 2001-2002 - University of Kentucky (Lexington, Kentucky)
B.A., 1999
Summa Cum Laude
Phi Beta Kappa
Professional Associations and Memberships:
- International Book Project, Advisory Board, Former Member
- Board Member, Fayette County Bar Foundation, 2017- Present
- President, MCLLC Alumni Board, University of Kentucky, 2017 – Present
- Board Member, Kentucky Environmental Education Council, 2020-Present
- Board Member, Commonwealth Center for Fathers and Families, 2022-Present
Professional Highlights & Honors:
- International Book Project, Advisory Board, Former Member
- Board Member, Fayette County Bar Foundation, 2017- Present
- President, MCLLC Alumni Board, University of Kentucky, 2017 – Present
- Board Member, Kentucky Environmental Education Council, 2020-Present
- Board Member, Commonwealth Center for Fathers and Families, 2022-Present
