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Biography
Experience & Credentials
Principal Owner, attorney, Law Offices of Jeffrey B. Henry, 2003-present, firm employed as many as 20 people at various times.
Criminal Defense Trial Attorney/Sports agent, 1999-2003, Robert A. Ades & Associates, representing police officers, teachers, grocery store employees, secret service agents, diplomats and professional and college athletes
General Practice, 1998-1999, Capital Law Centers
County Attorney's Office, 1997-1999, Charlotte County, Florida
Legal Intern, Gallaudet University, 1992-1994
Admission Details
Admitted in 1997, Maryland
1999, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Law School Attended
George Mason University
Class of 1995
J.D.
University Attended
University of Maryland
Class of 1990
B.A.
Birth Information
Born in 1966
Virginia
Languages
Spanish
Associations & Memberships
Prince George County, Maryland State and Maryland Hispanic Bar Associations; Maryland Trial Lawyers Association.
Biographical Details
Court Certified Civil Mediator, 2004-present. Pro-Bono Volunteer, Bar Foundation, Montgomery County, Law Foundation, P.G. County, 1999-present. Volunteer attorney coach, Largo High School Mock Trial Competition, three-time State Champions, 1999-2003. Law Professor/Lecturer, National Louis University, 2000-2002, Johns Hopkins University, 2002, University of Maryland University College, 2000-2008
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
21%
29 years | 2,500 cases
Child Custody
20%
29 years | 2,000 cases
Divorce and Separation
20%
29 years | 2,000 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
29 years | 2,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Maryland for 28 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jeffrey B. Henry
7676 New Hampshire Ave, #103, Takoma Park, MD, 20912
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Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Terrible Representation!
Mr. Henry’s representation in my family law case was negligible and possibly malpractice. His presentation in his office was stellar; however, he was extremely unprofessional at the courthouse. This review cannot underscore how awful his service was. He did not attend a final hearing after stating ...
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Replied last February 27, 2017I cannot respond with specificity to this review because it would violate our rules of professional conduct to discuss confidential attorney-client matters in an open forum such as this. Suffice it to say the review is not true
Posted by Confidential | August 27, 2015
Great job!
He got back at my question real quick, was very informative and laid back for real! I would recommend him to ANYBODY for real! Stay safe, positive and blessed sir!
Posted by Julieth Reyes | June 13, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Fantastic Service and Professionalism. Wonderful attorney.
Jeffrey B. Henry was absolutely the most communicative lawyer I have ever encountered, They fully explained to us each step of the process of the case and answered all our many questions and concerns. I was so lucky my brother found this firm. He was looking at years in prison and then his lawyer at ...
Posted by bustilloestela | June 12, 2014 | Child Custody
Child Custody
I was referred to the Office of Mr. Henry and his team by a coworker. When I went there for the first time, I felt so grateful to find a team so professional, I was going through a very, very difficult time at that time. My little one, my life I was putting in their hands. Mr. Henry took the time ...
Posted by Karla | June 11, 2014 | Child Custody
Excellent Attorney
Mr. Jeff Henry is an Excellent Attorney and he is very professional. I was referred to him by a family member and they have had great success using Mr. Henry to represent them. I used his service for a custody, and traffic case and I was very impressed with the results. What I like the most about Mr....
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"Jeff has a fine handle on the law. He is extremely informative on the factors the court must consider in determining various issues that may arise in family law matters. He provides his clients with the recommendations that are needed to make sound appropriate decisions when determining whether or not to settle out of court or have the Court's make the final decision. Just look at the answers he provides to questions posed by individuals posting questions on this site."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is very knowledgeable in the law and has been very helpful whenever I've asked for his advice on a difficult case."
"Always thoughtful answers to questions."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
ADR Office Facilitator, District Court of Maryland
2014
Top Family Attorneys, Who's Who In American Law
2014
Top Defense Attorneys, Who's Who In American Law
2014
ADR Settlement Conference Attorney, District Court Maryland
2013
Top Family Attorneys, Who's Who In American Law
2013
Top Defense Attorneys, Who's Who In American Law
2013
ADR Settlement Conference Attorney, District Court Maryland
2013
ADR Certified Mediator/Facilitator, District Court
2012
ADR Certified Mediator/Facilitator, District Court
2011
ADR Certified Mediator/Facilitator, District Court
2010
ADR Certified Mediator/Facilitator, District Court
2009
ADR Certified Mediator/Facilitator, District Court
2008
ADR Settlement Conference Attorney, District Court Maryland
2007
ADR Settlement Conference Attorney, District Court Maryland
2006
ADR Settlement Conference Attorney, District Court Maryland
2003
ADR Settlement Conference Attorney, District Court of Maryland
2002
Attorney Coach of the year, Maryland Mock Trial Competition
2001
Attorney Coach of the year, Maryland Mock Trial Competition
2000
"accomplishing bringing the law to life", Maryland State Bar Association
2000
ADR Certified Mediator/Facilitator, District Court of Maryland
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Managing attorney, Henry Law Offices
2002 - Present
Managing Partner, Henry Law Offices
2002 - Present
Managing Attorney, Henry Law Offices
2002 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorney, Henry Law Offices
2002 - Present
Family Law Attorney, Henry Law Offices
2002 - Present
Personal Injury Attorney, Henry Law Offices
2002 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Jeffrey B. Henry
2000 - Present
ADR Settlement Conference Attorney, District Court Of Maryland
2003 - 2004
Contract Attorney, Capital Law Centers
2002 - 2003
Managing Attorney, Capital Law Centers
1999 - 2002
Counsel, Kooritzky and Associates
1999 - 2002
Managing Attorney, Kooritzky and Associates
1999 - 2014
Attorney, Montgomery County Bar Association Pro Bono Program
1999 - 2014
Bar Foundation, Prince George's County Maryland
1999 - 2003
Criminal Defense attorney, Robert A. Ades & Associates
1997 - 1999
Associate, Charlotte County State's Attorney
1996 - 1997
Law Clerk, Charlotte County, Florida
1992 - 1994
Legal Intern, Gallaudet University
Associations
2002 - Present
Maryland Hispanic Bar AssociationAssociate
1999 - Present
Montgomery County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1999 - Present
Prince George's County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1999 - Present
Bar, U.S. District Court, MarylandAssociate Member
1997 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationAssociate Member
2005 - 2010
Takoma/Langley Crossroads Development AuthorityElected Board member
Sample of Legal Cases
Bonilla-Cuevas v. Johnson
agreement reached
State v. Adballa
no conviction no points
State v. Arias
nolle prosequi
State v. Nolasco
nolle prosequi
State v. Sheriff
pbj
State v. Shakarji
nolle prosequi
Palacios v. Frapiccini
agreement reached
Chavez v. Alvarado
completed
Johnson v. Bonilla-Cuevas
resolved by agreement
Santiago v. Santiago
completed
State v. Hernandez
nolle prosequi
Torres v. Torres
client satisfied
Nehemias Portillo Portillo vs. N & A Food Services, Inc. et al.
Appeal denied, judgment affirmed
Bias v. Sweeting
client satisfied
Ariowaodo
client satisfied
Harley v. Seabron
client satisfied
Harley v. Seabron
client satisfied
Flores v. Mendoza
client got all she was requesting without exception
Harley v. Seabron
client satisfied
State v. Fuller
case dismissed
State v. Argueta
case dismissed
State v. Brown
case dismissed
State v. Sullivan
case dismissed
State v. Medrano
case dismissed
State v. Miranda
case dismissed
State v, Royal
case dismissed
State v. Amaya
case dismissed
Education
1995
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Maryland
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
TLCDA Fair
Open Forum Legal Questions
2014
TLCDA Fair
DUI
2014
Takoma Langley Fair
Family Law
2013
TLCDA fair
Family Law
2013
TLCDA Fair
Open Forum Legal Questions
2013
Takoma Langley Fair
DUI
2012
TLCDA Fair
Open Forum Legal Questions
2012
Takoma Langley Fair
Family Law
2011
Takoma Langley Fair
Family Law
2010
Takoma Langley Fair
Family Law
2001
Law for economics majors
Law
2000
University College
Law for Business Majors
1999
County Commission
Trial Advocacy
1998
County Commission
Code revision
1997
County Commission
Eminent Domain
Publications
2014
TLCDA Newsletter
Family Law Basics
2014
TLCDA Newsletter
Open Forum Legal Questions
2013
TLCDA Newsletter
Family Law Basics
2013
TLCDA Newsletter
Open Forum Legal Questions
2012
TLCDA Newsletter
DUI Basics
2012
Mary;and Register
Portillo v. N & A Food Services Case Outcome Summary
2006
Homestead
DUI Basics, Maryland
Languages
Spanish
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