Ben Jay Cunningham, ADR Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatLakeside Mediation Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois
Austin, TX
Practicing adr in Austin since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Ben Jay Cunningham is a member based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Ben has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lakeside Mediation Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Civil Rights
- Handles ADR, Business, and Civil Rights matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Ben Jay Cunningham: Ben Jay Cunningham is a member based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Ben has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lakeside Mediation Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Ben's practice areas in Austin
Ben concentrates on adr, business, civil rights, consumer, and contracts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ben handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Contracts
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Austin, Texas
Ben takes adr matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ben agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Austin, Texas
Ben takes business matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ben agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Austin, Texas
Ben takes civil rights matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ben agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Austin, Texas
Ben takes consumer matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ben agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Austin, Texas
Ben takes contracts matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ben agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ben Jay Cunningham, adr attorney serving Austin
Ben Jay Cunningham is a member based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Civil Rights. Ben has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lakeside Mediation Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Ben works from Austin, Texas and takes on adr matters across the region.
Mr. Ben Jay Cunningham is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business, civil practice and 28 other areas of law. Ben received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1978, and has been licensed for 38 years. Ben practices at Lakeside Mediation Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois in Austin, TX.
Ben's approach to adr cases
Mr. Ben Jay Cunningham is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business, civil practice and 28 other areas of law. Ben received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1978, and has been licensed for 38 years. Ben practices at Lakeside Mediation Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois in Austin, TX.
The kind of cases Ben takes
Ben reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and civil rights matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ben studied and practices
South Texas College of Law Houston
J.D. · 1987
State University of New York at Albany
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Ben's state bar admissions
Texas Fifth Circuit
1988 · ACTIVE
Ben studied at J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany.
Law school and academic background
Ben completed J.D. in South Texas College of Law Houston and B.A. in State University of New York at Albany. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ben runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Ben's legal honors and published work
Ben has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Ben's professional memberships and bar associations
Travis County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit Association of Attorney-Mediators (Director, 2000-20003) Association of Dispute Resolution
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Locations
Ben Jay Cunningham's office in Austin
Ben's primary office is at 3825 Lake Austin, Ste. 403, Austin, TX, 78703. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lakeside Mediation Galton, Cunningham & Bourgeois
3825 Lake Austin, Ste. 403
Austin, TX 78703
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Client reviews of Ben Jay Cunningham — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ben. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Austin.
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How to hire Ben Jay Cunningham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ben usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ben charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ben'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; Ben will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Ben
Ben discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Ben confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ben's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ben Jay Cunningham
How much does it cost to hire Ben for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ben walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ben offer a free consultation?
Ben charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ben's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Ben's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr 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. Ben gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ben take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Ben is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ben 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 Ben?
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. Ben will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ben accepting new adr clients right now?
Ben'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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