Brandi Balanda has extensive experience successfully litigating complex commercial cases – from defending a senior executive against the largest trade secret claim asserted in Washington, to prosecuting fraud, contract and fiduciary duty claims related to the financing of major real estate projects, and obtaining emergency injunctive relief to protect businesses’ trademarks and other intellectual property. Brandi combines this commercial work with experience representing public entity clients in high-profile actions. Those disputes have involved defending against employment and Washington Public Records Act claims, obtaining real property through eminent domain proceedings, and litigating real estate issues. She focuses on strategic advocacy to achieve client objectives. Brandi is adept at guiding and empowering clients through the entire dispute resolution process – from risk assessment through litigation, obtaining relief, and in settlement negotiations. She is a passionate advocate, driven to achieve outstanding results for her clients through creative problem solving and collaboration.
Before joining Fennemore, Brandi was a partner at Savitt Bruce & Willey, LLP, and practiced law in Hawaii. She is a Boston College Law School graduate, where she participated in the European Law Moot Court team, arguing in English and French, and advancing as a regional semi-finalist.
Outside of the office, Brandi enjoys sharing laughs with her family and friends, traveling, and outdoor adventures. She is inspired by Tolkien’s words, “Not all those who wander are lost” – although she now also carries a compass.
EDUCATION
- J.D., Boston College Law School
- B.A., University of Washington
