Henry Phillips represents clients during times of crisis and conflict, in both criminal and civil cases. A seasoned trial and appellate lawyer, Henry handles cases from the first signs of trouble or conflict through to trial and appeal. His versatile skill set as a litigator allows him to help clients facing a wide array of challenges, from business and employment disputes to government investigation and enforcement.
Achieved a complete victory at arbitration for a healthcare provider in a dispute with a former employee
Obtained a complete dismissal in a manslaughter case brought by the Washington State Attorney General’s Office against a healthcare worker
Represented a corporate executive in an appeal that resulted in the reversal of the executive’s federal fraud conviction
Obtained a dismissal of criminal charges for client facing fraud and aggravated identity theft charges
Completely defeated federal prosecutors’ efforts to obtain a more than $200 million restitution award in a criminal fraud case
Developed a negotiated compliance plan that led to the resolution of a lawsuit brought by the government against a technology company client
Secured non-criminal resolutions for multiple clients facing prosecution for False Claims Act and other potential charges
Investigated and defended a multinational corporation under investigation by multiple government agencies for potential environmental violations
Achieved victory in Washington Court of Appeals for pro bono client in need of a domestic violence protection order
Assisted a prosecution team in the murder trial of a police officer who shot and killed an unarmed individual, achieving a conviction
Note: This list includes engagements by Henry Phillips before he joined Morgan Lewis.
Recommended, Dispute resolution: Corporate investigations and white-collar criminal defense, The Legal 500 US (2024)
Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Ones to Watch, Commercial Litigation, Seattle (2023–2025)
Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Ones to Watch, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Seattle (2023–2025)
Member of MCLE Board, Washington State Bar Association