Justice Amy Coney Barrett at the Lensic

SANTA FE, NM March 8, 2026 – Ben Allison joined U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett and Hon. David F. Levi, President of the American Law Institute, for Listening to the Law — a live onstage conversation at Santa Fe's Lensic Performing Arts Center. Presented by St. John's College and the University of New Mexico School of Law, the event explored Justice Barrett's journey to the Supreme Court, her approach to constitutional interpretation, and provided insights into how the Court works.

Watch the full conversation: Listening to the Law: A Conversation with Justice Amy Coney Barrett - YouTube

Billy Trabaudo Op-ed in Albuquerque Journal

SANTA FE, NM March 6, 2026 — Billy Trabaudo published an op-ed in the Albuquerque Journal titled "Protesting a justice misses the point of education,” responding to news coverage of planned protests of Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s visit to Santa Fe. As a graduate of both St. John's College and the University of New Mexico School of Law, Mr. Trabaudo reflects on the educational value of engaging with differing perspectives, drawing on his experiences as a student meeting Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sonia Sotomayor. He suggests open dialogue and the willingness to listen are essential to real education and to civic life. 

2025-2026 PARTNER AND FIRM RANKINGS

SANTA FE, NM January 31, 2026 — Bardacke Allison Miller is pleased to announce that the Firm and several of its lawyers received national recognition in 2025. Ben Allison was again recognized in IP STARS, where he was ranked a Copyright Star 2025 and Trademark Star 2025. Ben was again listed as a 2025 Super Lawyer for his expertise in intellectual Property Litigation, ranked AV Preeminent Peer Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, and recognized in New Mexico's 50 Top Lawyers for Entertainment Law.

Super Lawyers also named Billy Trabaudo a top-rated Business Litigation lawyer in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and a Rising Star for 2025 - 2026.

Chambers and Partners USA Guide 2025 once again gave the Firm and Ben Allison its highest ranking of Band 1 for expertise in Intellectual Property. The firm was awarded three Tier 1 regional rankings in the 2025 edition of the Best Law Firms for commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, and trademark law. The firm is also again recognized by Benchmark Litigation.

FIGHTING FOR THE RIGHT TO PROVIDE SHELTER

ALBUQUERQUE, NM August 12, 2025 - Bardacke Allison Miller is co-counsel with the Institute for Justice to in defending a bookstore owner’s right to use his private property to help the homeless.

Attorneys defend artist's copyright from infringement

SANTA FE, NM July 2, 2025 — Billy Trabaudo and Ben Allison successfully defended Dyana Hesson's copyright when a mural using her artwork without permission was discovered. The offending party had to paint over the stolen artwork and pay a settlement to Ms. Hesson.

Bardacke Allison Miller at La Boheme

SANTA FE, NM June 27, 2025 — Senior paralegal Shelby Spoonhoward and her son were featured in Pasatiempo during the Firm’s tailgate festivities on opening night of the Santa Fe Opera.

BBC documentary features Antonio Salazar-Hobson

May 28, 2025 – Antonio Salazar-Hobson was featured in a BBC Outlook program about his life as told in his memoir, Antonio, We Know You, which describes his journey from being kidnapped and sex-trafficked as a child to finding and being re-united with his family and becoming a successful labor lawyer. Bardacke Allison Miller LLP represents Antonio Salazar-Hobson.

Running Hub Continues Mission

SANTA FE, NM April 24, 2025 — Santa Fe’s specialty running store, The Running Hub, was recently sold to long-time store manager Stephen Sweezey, who will continue the store’s mission of supporting runners and other athletes of all levels. Bardacke Allison Miller represented Sweezey in the transaction.

Ben Allison and Billy Trabaudo Ranked in Super Lawyers for 2025

SANTA FE, NM April 18, 2025 — The Firm is pleased to announce Ben Allison and Billy Trabaudo were selected for inclusion in the 2025 Southwest Edition of Super Lawyers® for their expertise in Intellectual Property Litigation. Ben Allison has been listed since 2019. Billy Trabaudo was selected as a Rising Star.

Attorneys Participate in Mock Trials

SANTA FE, NM April 5, 2025 - Attorneys Billy Trabaudo and Michael Woods volunteered at the annual Gene Franchini Mock Trial Competition in February where over 400 high school students competed. Billy Trabaudo commented, “I am always inspired by the time and effort these young adults put into preparing their cases. Programs like the high school mock trial and organizations like the Center for Civic Values are instrumental in fostering our appreciation for our country and its laws.”

BEN ALLISON FEATURED ON LAW.COM

AUSTIN, TX March 11, 2025 — Ben Allison was quoted in the law.com and Texas Lawyer article "Expect Wave of Litigation Over Immersive Art" following his SXSW appearance. A rise in copyright infringement cases is predicted as immersive artwork continues to grow in popularity.

BENJAMIN ALLISON SPEAKS AT SXSW 2025

AUSTIN, TX March 10, 2025 — Ben Allison is joined by Meow Wolf Inc.’s Vice President of Legal, Breanna Contreras, to discuss immersive art and copyright law at the world renowned South By Southwest 2025 Conference.

Billy Trabaudo Named Partner

Billy Trabaudo

SANTA FE, NM January 1, 2025 —The Firm is pleased to announce that Billy Trabaudo has become partner. His work at the Firm has involved multiple trials, commercial litigation, and transactions in the intellectual property, employment and entertainment sectors. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from University of New Mexico School of Law in 2022 and has been with the Firm since the summer of 2020. He has a B.A. degree from St. John’s College in Santa Fe. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he managed North American business development for the world’s largest cyber security services company.

Richard Pooley Featured in PBS Documentary

SANTA FE, December 8, 2024 — PBS aired today the first episode of “Lucy Worsley’s “Holmes vs. Doyle,” a three-part documentary on why Arthur Conan Doyle came to hate his most famous creation, Sherlock Holmes. The Conan Doyle Estate’s Richard Pooley is featured in the documentary, which airs Sunday nights on PBS in the United States from December 8, 2024 – January 6, 2025. Bardacke Allison Miller LLP represents the Conan Doyle Estate Ltd.

Patrick Oliphant Interviewed in Pasatiempo

SANTA FE, NM November 2024 - Patrick Oliphant was featured as the cover story in Pasatiempo for his career of editorial cartoons that spanned sixty years. He discussed his work as a cartoonist and shared his perspective on current events. Bardacke Allison Miller LLP represents Patrick Oliphant.

New Mexico Supreme Court Issues Writ Ordering the Attorney General to Comply with Discovery

SANTA FE, NM October 29, 2024 – The New Mexico Supreme Court issued a writ of superintending control under the NM Constitution, holding the Attorney General must produce discovery from executive branch agencies in litigation in which the State of New Mexico is a party.

Bardacke Allison Miller LLP petitioned for the writ in March 2022, after the Attorney General produced only 4 pages of discovery on behalf of the State in a far-reaching lawsuit over talcum powder products. The Supreme Court agreed that effective discovery is essential to the fairness of litigation. Because the Attorney General has the authority to obtain documents in possession of State agencies, it cannot refuse to produce them.

Dark Winds Renewed for Season Three

August 2024 — The AMC thriller Dark Winds, based on the Chee, Leaphorn and Manuelito book series by Tony Hillerman and Anne Hillerman, has been acquired by Netflix.  The first two seasons are currently streaming, and series has renewed for a third season. 

Bardacke Allison Miller LLP represents Anne Hillerman.

Judy Chicago - "I wanted to become part of art history."

New York Times, July 17, 2024 - Judy Chicago: Herstory, previously featured at the New Museum in New York, is now being exhibited at LUMA Foundation in Arles, France. Judy Chicago’s career spans over 60 years and she is renowned for her groundbreaking feminist art.  The exhibition is a representation of the artist’s work from paintings, sculptures and textiles.

Bardacke Allison Miller LLP advised Ms. Chicago in art and intellectual property matters.

Ben Allison and Bardacke Allison Miller Receive Top Rankings in 2024

SANTA FE, NM July 16, 2024 — The Firm is pleased to announce Ben Allison was once again listed as a 2024 Super Lawyer for his expertise in Intellectual Property Litigation. Ben recently spoke at the New York Chapter of the Copyright Society of the USA on “Building Character: Opportunities and Challenges in the field of IP Rights for Fictional Characters.” Ben was also listed in IP Stars for his Copyright and Trademark expertise.

Chambers and Partners USA’s 2024 Guide once again gave the Firm and Ben Allison its highest ranking of Band 1, for expertise in Intellectual Property. Ben Allison was again listed in Best Lawyers in America in the areas of Art Law, Commercial Litigation, and Copyright Law, with a specific focus on Litigation.

Kate Gerwin hosts new show "Free Spirit"

Albuquerque, NM June 18, 2024 - Kate Gerwin, owner of Happy Accidents, takes her award-winning talent out from behind the bar and to the screen as host of “Free Spirit.” Gerwin can be seen in “Free Spirit” on Very Local on Tuesday evenings as she meets people in their favorite watering holes. Bardacke Allison Miller LLP represents Kate Gerwin and Happy Accidents.