Benjamin H. Shipley III

Benjamin H. Shipley III is a distinguished attorney with over four decades of experience in employment law, business litigation, and corporate legal matters. He is Of Counsel at Robertson, Beasley, Shipley & Robinson, PLLC, a respected law firm in Fort Smith, Arkansas, known for its dedication to providing high-quality legal services to businesses and individuals.

Ben earned his J.D. from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 1980. Prior to that, he completed his B.S. in Business with honors from Southern Methodist University in 1976.

Ben has built a strong reputation as a trusted legal advisor for employers, representing them before agencies like the National Labor Relations Board and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. His expertise spans labor-management relations, union elections, employee handbooks, contract negotiations, and resolving employment disputes in state and federal courts.

In the business law realm, Ben assists clients with forming corporations, partnerships, and LLCs. He advises on corporate agreements, asset transactions, and business reorganizations and dissolutions. His commercial litigation practice covers disputes related to contracts, real estate, trade secrets, and more, providing effective representation in both trial and appellate courts.

At Robertson, Beasley, Shipley & Robinson, PLLC, Ben also offers specialized counsel on Arkansas’s alcoholic beverage licensing and regulatory compliance, guiding retailers through licensing processes and ensuring legal adherence.

Ben’s dedication to excellence is widely recognized. He was named to Mid-South Super Lawyers for 2006-2014 and 2017-2024. His contributions reflect his commitment to upholding the highest standards of the legal profession.

As part of a leading law firm, Benjamin H. Shipley III delivers comprehensive and strategic legal solutions, empowering businesses and employers to navigate complex legal challenges with confidence.

Law Office Affiliations

• Representing employer, Robertson, Beasley, Shipley & Robinson, PLLC
• Chairman, First United Methodist Church, Administrative Board
• Salvation Army, Board of Directors
• Board of Directors, Westark Area Counsel Boy Scouts of America
• Member, Sebastian County Bar Association
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association, Judicial Nominations Committee
• Member, American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
• Fellow, Arkansas Bar Foundation
• Master, W.B. Putman American Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Arkansas

Education

• University of Arkansas – Fayetteville
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southern Methodist University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

Awards & Badges