Bret R. Henry

Bret serves as counsel in matters involving vehicle design, safety systems, product defect allegations, and catastrophic injury claims. Drawing on his deep understanding of the automotive industry and emerging vehicle technologies, he develops coordinated defense strategies for multistate litigation and works closely with in-house counsel, engineers, experts, and local counsel across jurisdictions.

His hands-on litigation experience spans the full lifecycle of a dispute, from early case assessment and discovery through dispositive motions, settlement negotiations, and trial. Bret has conducted hundreds of fact and expert witness depositions and managed large-scale electronic discovery involving technical, engineering, and proprietary materials. He works directly with legal and engineering teams to identify critical evidence, protect sensitive information, and efficiently manage complex discovery.

Bret brings a practical and strategic approach to high-stakes disputes. He uses targeted investigations and focused discovery strategies to identify key issues early, strengthen defense positions, and pursue efficient resolutions for automotive manufacturers facing significant litigation risk.