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BraunHagey & Borden has established itself as a respected litigation boutique with strengths spanning commercial disputes, intellectual property matters, and impact litigation. With roots in California and an expanding presence in New York, the firm continues to earn praise for its trial capabilities and strategic approach. One client describes the team as "top-tier," highlighting its work from discovery through trial, while another notes that the firm's creativity and willingness to pursue unconventional strategies prompted a mid-case change of counsel.

In California, Adam Cashman secured a complete trial victory for Impossible LLC and entrepreneur Joel Runyon in a closely watched trademark dispute against Impossible Foods. Following years of litigation over ownership of the IMPOSSIBLE brand, a federal jury unanimously found that Impossible Foods had willfully infringed Runyon's trademark rights and awarded $3.25 million in compensatory and punitive damages. The verdict stands out as a rare trademark jury win and reinforced protections for smaller brand owners defending established intellectual property rights. New York-based partner Marissa Benavides was also a member of the team representing the clients.

Both practitioners earn strong praise from clients. One remarks of Cashman: "Adam was lead counsel on the case as the litigation ramped up. He did everything from client communication to deposition defense and opening and closing arguments. His demeanor in court was impressive and he did a great job across the board." Another describes Benavides as "key at trial," citing her work in preparation, cross-examination, and coordinating litigation strategy.

The firm's New York office has also been involved in significant commercial disputes. There, Jeremy Cohen and California-based co-founder Noah Hagey secured a victory for Cushman & Wakefield in a defamation and business tort action arising from a prominent New York City real estate contract. Invoking New York's anti-SLAPP statute, the team obtained dismissal of all claims, succeeded in striking portions of the complaint, and secured an award of attorneys' fees for the client. The ruling further strengthened protections for speech on matters of public concern. New York-based Molly Jamison was also a member of the team.

Another notable figure in the firm's California practice is Matthew Borden, whose work has helped shape First Amendment litigation involving journalists and protesters. Building on earlier Ninth Circuit precedent, the firm's successful injunctions in California and Oregon established a framework that has informed similar litigation in multiple jurisdictions, extending the influence of the firm's advocacy beyond the underlying disputes.

The firm's lawyers continue to receive strong endorsements from clients. New York-based Jeremy Cohen is described as "a gifted writer" with an immediate understanding of the relevant facts and litigation strategy, while California-based Jeffrey Theodore is praised as a "masterful strategist" whose creative approach helps align litigation tactics with client objectives. As one client summarized: "BHB was playing chess while our opponents were playing checkers."


Updated October 2026