Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper, Appellate Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
focused on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation
Phoenix, AZ
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Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation.
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- Phoenix, ARIZONA
- Experience
- attorney
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- Appellate · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Phoenix) (2019).
About Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper: Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper
Bennett concentrates on appellate, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bennett handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Appellate cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Bennett takes appellate matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bennett agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Bennett takes insurance matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bennett agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona
Bennett takes litigation matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bennett agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper — Attorney of Arizona appellate experience
Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Litigation.
Ben Cooper advocates for clients in high-stakes appeals and writ proceedings in the U.S. Supreme Court, federal circuit courts, and state supreme and intermediate appellate courts from coast to coast. Ben’s practice also emphasizes both trial-court and appellate representation in such fields as intellectual-property protection and e-commerce disputes; federal, state, and local taxation; insurance coverage and bad-faith defense; and public pension plans.
In the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, which includes nine western states, Ben is the author of Thomson Reuters’s 1200-page treatise Federal Appellate Practice: Ninth Circuit, and served as the court-appointed chair of the Appellate Lawyer Representatives to the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference. He previously served as a law clerk to the Honorable Alex Kozinski of the Ninth Circuit. Ben is a past Chair of the American Bar Association’s Council of Appellate Lawyers and of the State Bar of Arizona’s Appellate Practice Section, Intellectual Property Section, and E-Commerce & Technology Section.
In addition to appellate advocacy, Ben works closely with trial counsel, taking the lead on or assisting with preservation of error, dispositive motions, class-action certification, motions in limine, jury instructions, and post-trial motions. He is the lead author of Thomson Reuters’s Arizona Trial Handbook and the longest-serving member of the State Bar of Arizona’s Civil Jury Instructions Committee.
Bennett's approach to appellate cases
Ben Cooper advocates for clients in high-stakes appeals and writ proceedings in the U.S. Supreme Court, federal circuit courts, and state supreme and intermediate appellate courts from coast to coast. Ben’s practice also emphasizes both trial-court and appellate representation in such fields as intellectual-property protection and e-commerce disputes; federal, state, and local taxation; insurance…
The kind of cases Bennett takes
Bennett reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, insurance, and litigation matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper's legal education and bar admissions
Harvard University
J.D. · 1986
Bennett studied at J.D. in Harvard University.
Law school and academic background
Bennett completed J.D. in Harvard University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bennett runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper
Bennett has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Phoenix)
2019
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Appellate Practice (Phoenix) (2019). Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026).
Locations
Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper's office in Phoenix
Bennett's primary office is at 1850 North Central Avenue, Suite 1400, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bennett usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bennett charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bennett's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bennett will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Phoenix, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bennett
Bennett discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bennett confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bennett's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bennett Evan "Ben" Cooper
How much does it cost to hire Bennett for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bennett walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bennett offer a free consultation?
Bennett charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bennett's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Bennett's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bennett gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bennett take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?
Bennett is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bennett will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Bennett?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bennett will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bennett accepting new appellate clients right now?
Bennett's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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