Claire Abernathy Henry, Business Attorney in Longview, Texas
focused on Business, IP, and Litigation
Longview, TX
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Claire Abernathy Henry is an attorney based in Longview, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Miller Fair Henry PLLC.
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- Longview, TEXAS
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- Business · IP · Litigation
- Handles Business, IP, and Litigation matters from Longview, TEXAS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Claire Abernathy Henry: Claire Abernathy Henry is an attorney based in Longview, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Miller Fair Henry PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Claire takes on
Claire concentrates on business, ip, litigation, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Claire handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Longview, Texas
Claire takes business matters in Longview, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Claire agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Longview, Texas
Claire takes ip matters in Longview, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Claire agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Longview, Texas
Claire takes litigation matters in Longview, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Claire agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Longview, Texas
Claire takes patent matters in Longview, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Claire agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Claire Abernathy Henry — business lawyer in Longview
Claire Abernathy Henry is an attorney based in Longview, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, IP, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Miller Fair Henry PLLC.
For 15 years, Claire Abernathy Henry has handled matters in complex commercial litigation and patent litigation. In addition to her experience in Texas courts, Ms. Henry has extensive knowledge of federal court practice and patent litigation in the Eastern and Western Districts of Texas. She has represented plaintiffs and defendants in commercial disputes, securities litigation, False Claims Act cases, anti-trust litigation, class actions and high-stakes patent litigation. Before joining Ward, Smith & Hill, Ms. Henry served as a briefing attorney to the Honorable T. John Ward, former U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Texas, one of the busiest patent litigation courts in the country.
For the past decade, Ms. Henry has been involved in dozens of patent trials. Her trial experience includes jury selection, opening and closing statements, and direct and cross examinations of expert and fact witnesses. That experience has earned her recognition as a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2012 to 2019. She was also named among the Top 100 Up-and-Coming Attorneys in Texas as well as the Top 50 Up-and-Coming Females in Texas in 2018 and 2019.
A native of Longview, Texas, Ms. Henry believes in serving her community and has been on numerous boards, including the Board of Directors of the Longview Economic Development Corporation, Newgate Homeless Mission, ArtsView Children’s Theatre, The Longview Museum of Fine Arts, and the Johnson Foundation. Ms. Henry attends First United Methodist Church in Longview, where she serves on the Board of Trustees. While attending law school, Ms. Henry volunteered as a sexual assault counselor and victim’s advocate.
Ms. Henry attended Vanderbilt University, where she graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. She studied law at Stanford Law School, where she was named a Pro Bono Distinguished Graduate. She is licensed to practice in the State of Texas, as well as the United States district courts for the Northern, Eastern, and Western districts of Texas. Ms. Henry is married to David Henry, a partner at Carroll, Maloney, Henry, & Nelson PLLC. They have two daughters.
How Claire handles business matters
For 15 years, Claire Abernathy Henry has handled matters in complex commercial litigation and patent litigation. In addition to her experience in Texas courts, Ms. Henry has extensive knowledge of federal court practice and patent litigation in the Eastern and Western Districts of Texas. She has represented plaintiffs and defendants in commercial disputes, securities litigation, False Claims Act…
The kind of cases Claire takes
Claire reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, ip, and litigation matters in Longview and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Stanford University
J.D. · 2005
Vanderbilt University
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Claire's state bar admissions
Texas, State Bar of
ACTIVE
Claire studied at J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in Vanderbilt University.
Law school and academic background
Claire completed J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Claire runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Claire has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, 2021-2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Stars, Thomson Reuters, 2012-2019
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Up-and-Coming Attorneys in Texas, Thomson Reuters, 2018-2019
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 50 Up-and-Coming Females in Texas, Thomson Reuters, 2018-2019
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Claire Abernathy Henry's office in Longview
Claire's primary office is at 1507 Bill Owens Parkway, Longview, Texas, 75604. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Claire Abernathy Henry — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Claire usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Claire charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Claire's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Claire will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Longview, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Claire
Claire discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Claire confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Claire's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Claire Abernathy Henry
How much does it cost to hire Claire for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Claire walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Claire offer a free consultation?
Claire charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Claire's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Claire's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Claire gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Claire take my case if I'm outside Longview?
Claire is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Claire will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Claire?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Claire will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Claire accepting new business clients right now?
Claire's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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