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Ben Barnes

Ben Barnes

USA 2026

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Ben Barnes is a commercial trial lawyer who represents companies in significant business disputes, with particular experience advising clients in the energy, petrochemical, and industrial sectors. He handles contract disputes, business torts, and other complex commercial cases. Ben leads Dowd Bennett’s Dallas office and advises clients on litigation strategy in matters with substantial business consequences.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: General Commercial - Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial

Ben Barnes leads Dowd Bennett's Dallas practice. He is well regarded for his acumen in managing cases related to personal injury, breach of contract and business tort disputes. He is also noted for his familiarity with the Texas Business Court.

Strengths

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  • Ben is thorough, meticulous and responsive.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ben is a tenacious litigator and is well attuned to the rhythms of cases. He is always looking at the next angle to get the case to where it needs to be. He has a deep understanding of oil and gas and energy with a lot of experience and subject matter expertise. Ben knows the ins and outs of the courts well. He is excellent.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ben is an outstanding attorney with a great ability to connect with and keep his clients informed about the case and the litigation strategy necessary for success.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ben is a fantastic legal representative and litigator. He is calm, tactical and approaches issues and representation generally with an eye towards efficient resolution.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA
  • Ben is a good writer, a good communicator and is good in court. He is firm, assertive and clear in his communications and is great at commercial litigation.

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Texas: Dallas, Fort Worth & Surrounds

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