Ben Davis
About Ben Davis
Ben Davis is a lawyer based in Albuquerque, NM and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Ben Davis is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Insurance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Davis Kelin LLC
Education: Baylor University, J.D., graduated 2006 and The University of Texas, Bachelor's of Arts, graduated 2000
Location: Albuquerque, NM
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