Benjamin J. Young

Benjamin J. Young is a partner at Mynatt Springer P.C., focusing on civil rights litigation, governmental representation, insurance defense, municipal liability, labor and employment law, and commercial litigation. With extensive experience in general counsel advisory roles and litigation, Ben provides strategic legal guidance to local governments and businesses, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while effectively representing clients in complex legal disputes.

Ben earned his Bachelor of Arts from New Mexico State University in 2008 before obtaining his Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 2012. Since joining the firm after law school, he has built a reputation for strong advocacy and strategic legal counsel, becoming a partner in 2018.

Ben’s practice includes advising local governing bodies on employment matters, civil rights issues, statutory compliance, and contractual obligations. As a litigator, Ben has successfully handled cases at every stage, including motion practice, mediation, bench and jury trials, and appeals. His legal acumen extends to trial and appellate courts, with bar admissions in New Mexico (2012), the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico (2012), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit (2015), the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas (2016), and the U.S. Supreme Court (2018).

With a commitment to vigorous legal defense and proactive legal strategy, Benjamin J. Young is critical in protecting municipalities, businesses, and insurers from liability and legal risks. His ability to navigate complex litigation while providing sound legal counsel makes him a trusted advocate in civil rights, governmental defense, and employment law matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Mynatt Springer P.C.
• Member, New Mexico State Bar Association
• Member, U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico (2012)
• Member, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit (2015)
• Member, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas (2016)
• Member, U.S. Supreme Court (2018)

Licensed State

• New Mexico

Education

• University of New Mexico School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• New Mexico State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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