Av. Ben A. Snipes

Av. Ben A. Snipes

Attorney Ben A. Snipes is a partner and shareholder with the Kovacich Snipes Johnson, P.C., law firm in Great Falls, Montana.

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About Ben A. Snipes at a glance

Ben A. Snipes is an attorney based in Great Falls, Montana, practforg at Kovacich Snipes Johnson PC. Admitted to practice in Montana, State Bar of Montana. Educated at The University of Montana (J.D., 2008) and The University of Montana (B.S.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Great Falls, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Attorney Ben A. Snipes is a partner and shareholder with the Kovacich Snipes Johnson, P.C., law firm in Great Falls, Montana
  • Nationally recognized as a top trial advocate, Mr. Snipes focuses his practice primarily on plaintiff injury claims, including trucking accidents and construction injuries
  • He also has unique experience in toxic tort cases, such as asbestos and mesothelioma cases, and work-related injuries
  • In addition, he maintains an active docket of qui tam/false claims act whistleblower and workers’ compensation claims
  • Throughout the course of his career, Mr. Snipes has achieved notable success fighting for the rights and entitlements of those suffering needlessly as the result of preventable tragedies
  • From his efforts, he has helped recover numerous multimillion-dollar settlements and awards, and the firm has secured more than $500 million in total compensation to date
  • Recognized for his impeccable professionalism and exceptional client service, Mr. Snipes holds an AV-Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and is recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Montana
  • He has also earned many other accolades from his peers along with positive testimonials and referrals from his satisfied clients
  • Since 2018, Mr. Snipes has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Honoree by Super Lawyers, a distinction reserved for no more than 5 percent of attorneys in each state
  • In 2019 and 2023, Mr. Snipes along with his partner, Mark Kovacich, were named Trial Lawyers of the Year by the Montana Trial Lawyers Association
  • In 2021, Mr. Snipes along with his partner, Ross Johnson, acquired a $65 million verdict on behalf of 24 Montana farmers
  • This is the 2nd highest verdict in Montana state court history
  • In 2023 Ben Snipes and his partners were named to the list of the 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in the nation for 2023 by the Lawdragon legal guide
  • After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Montana Western in Dillon, where he was a two time All-American offensive lineman and athletic scholarship recipient, Mr. Snipes obtained his Juris Doctor in 2008 from the University of Montana School of Law
  • Along with practicing before all Montana state courts, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S
  • District Court for the District of Montana and the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
  • Active in his local, state and federal legal communities, Mr. Snipes is a member of the Montana Trial Lawyers Association, the State Bar of Montana and the American Association for Justice
  • He also currently serves on the board of directors of the Montana Trial Lawyers Association (AAJ Delegate) Federal Bar Association’s Montana Chapter, the Cascade County Bar Association and the Cascade County Law Clinic
  • Mr. Snipes has authored numerous professional articles and provided numerous lectures regarding trial practice
  • Likewise, Mr. Snipes devotes substantial time and professional skill providing pro bono legal services to indigent clients and serving as a court appointed guardian ad litem

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Montana

Practforg law in Montana. Legal matters in Montana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Great Falls are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Montana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Montana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Montana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Ben A. Snipes's law office located?
Ben A. Snipes's law practice is located in Great Falls, Montana. The firm is Kovacich Snipes Johnson PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Ben A. Snipes go to law school?
Ben A. Snipes earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S.).
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What awards or recognition has Ben A. Snipes receiandd?
Ben A. Snipes's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Automobile and Motorcycle Injuries; Best Lawyers in America — Boat Accidents.

Eğitim

J.D.
The University of Montana
- 2008
B.S.
The University of Montana
- Devam Ediyor

Ödüller

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Automobile and Motorcycle Injuries
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Boat Accidents
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brain Injury
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Injured Workers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Motorcycle Accident
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Occupational Disease
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Truck Accidents
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, 2023-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mountain States Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2023-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2018-2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — MTLA Trial Lawyer of the Year, 2019, 2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Montana, State Bar of Montana

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