Seasoned litigator Ben Wright safeguards the interests of public and private corporations, insurers, licensed professionals, and governmental entities when facing their greatest challenges in both state and federal courts. Ben has tried more than thirty cases in front of a jury, and his experience encompasses high-stakes, multi-million-dollar commercial disputes, professional liability matters, civil rights suits, tort actions, and appeals.
- Obtained Rule 12(b) dismissal of claims against biotechnology company and its officers by prevailing on motion to dismiss in complex negligence and professional liability matter.
- Obtained Rule 12(b) dismissal of 42 U.S.C. § 1983 deprivation of civil rights claim alleged against prison healthcare provider.
- Prevailed in post-trial litigation and obtained significant remittitur of a nuclear verdict, or in the alternative, a new trial, in catastrophic personal injury case.
- Negotiated expeditious and highly favorable resolution of state and federal anti-discrimination claims at the very outset of litigation, minimizing client impact.
- Settled tort action for 15% of plaintiff’s mediation demand after deposing expert witnesses.
- Co-Author, Navigating the Legal Terrain of Grading Disputes, SCH. ADMIN., December 1, 2024
Admissions
- Colorado
- District of Columbia
- U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Memberships
- Blue Sky Bridge Child Advocacy Center, Associate Board Member, 2019-2023
Education
- J.D., University of Colorado Law School, 2018
- B.F.A., Syracuse University, 2011
Honors
- Super Lawyers® Rising Star distinction, 2024-2025
- Nominated for M.A.D.D Outstanding Prosecutor of the Year, 2022
- University of Colorado Law School, Public Service Pledge Award, 2018
Languages
- French
- German