Stephen F. Henry, Esq. is a distinguished employment and insurance attorney and a founding partner of Henry | Lacey, a Berkeley-based litigation firm known for its effective representation in employment law, commercial litigation, and appellate advocacy. With over 35 years of dedicated practice, Stephen Henry brings deep expertise in representing employees, executives, and shareholders in high-stakes disputes, supported by a record of success in both state and federal courts.
The firm’s approach combines seasoned trial experience with personalized client service, handling complex cases through jury and bench trials, arbitrations, and appeals. Stephen Henry and co-counsel Mary Kay Lacey focus on delivering strategic solutions for individuals and businesses alike, with notable recognition including Super Lawyer designations and active roles in bar associations. Their practice is particularly well-suited for professionals facing employment disputes, small businesses requiring HR guidance, and clients involved in commercial or appellate matters.
Services Offered
- Employment Law
- Whistleblower Claims
- Wrongful Termination
- Stock Option Forfeiture
- Retaliation Claims
- Harassment and Discrimination (sex, race, age, sexual orientation, disability)
- Labor Code Violations
- Wage Theft
- Employment Agreement Negotiation
- Separation Agreement Negotiation
- HR Advice and Counseling for Small Businesses
- Employment Manual Drafting and Updates
- Commercial Litigation
- Breach of Contract
- Fraud
- Interference with Business Relationships
- Unfair Competition
- Expropriation of Trade Secrets
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty
- Minority Shareholder Rights
- Defamation
- Appellate Advocacy
- Briefing and Oral Argument in California Courts of Appeal
- Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal Representation
- United States Supreme Court Briefing
- Insurance Law
The firm serves clients throughout California and is admitted to practice in all California courts, the United States District Court for the Northern and Eastern Districts, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal, and the United States Supreme Court. Attorneys are proficient in handling cases for governmental, commercial, and individual clients, with a strong record of published appellate decisions and substantial case settlements.
