Jacob J. Honan
Associate
Buffalo
Practice Areas
Business Litigation
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About Me
Jacob Honan is a business litigation associate whose practice spans the full arc of a dispute, including pre-suit negotiations, arbitration, and New York State and federal court lawsuits. He represents a diverse range of clients, including start-ups, financial institutions, public benefit corporations, national companies, contractors, small business owners, investment brokers, and individuals, across matters involving contract claims, shareholder disputes, employment investigations, business torts, and ERISA. Jacob also has experience in administrative law and regulatory proceedings, including matters before FINRA.
Jacob approaches every matter by first working to understand what his client wants to achieve, then building a focused strategy to get there. He is a practical and aggressive advocate who keeps his clients’ goals at the center of every decision. Outside of the office, Jacob enjoys spending time with his wife and son, playing and listening to music, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres.
Credentials & Achievements
Education:
Syracuse University College of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2019
Niagara University, B.A., summa cum laude, 2016
Admissions:
New York State
U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York.
Achievements:
Super Lawyers Rising Star 2025
Professional Focus
Capabilities:
- Contract litigation
- Business torts
- Shareholder disputes
- Partner disputes
- Government investigations & enforcement actions
- Business dissolution
- FINRA Arbitration
- Administrative proceedings
- Article 78 proceedings
- Complex commercial litigation
Industries Served:
- Insurance
- Construction & Real Estate
- Professional & Business Services
- Health Services
- Advanced Manufacturing & Materials
- Consumer Products & Retail/Hospitality
Affiliations
- Erie County Bar Association
- Shakespeare in Delaware Park, Member of Board of Directors
Significant Matters
- Successfully resolved numerous six-figure and seven-figure lawsuits on behalf of regional and national clients.
- Obtained dismissal of claims prior to trial.
- Obtained judgments in favor of clients prior to trial.
- Successfully navigated regulatory proceedings on behalf of clients.









