Mark Murphey Henry

Mark Murphey Henry is a highly respected attorney specializing in intellectual property and agricultural law. He holds a Juris Doctor and a Master of Laws in Agriculture from the University of Arkansas, graduating with honors. With a background in biology from Hendrix College, Mark combines his scientific expertise with legal acumen to provide unparalleled counsel.

As a registered patent attorney, Mark is AV-Preeminent rated, reflecting his exceptional legal skills and high ethical standards. He has extensive experience in protecting agricultural seed technology, collaborating with universities and global companies to safeguard intellectual property rights.

Mark has managed over 100 cases related to the Plant Variety Protection Act, emphasizing his dedication to protecting plant breeders’ rights. Additionally, he has shared his expertise as a professor of agricultural biotechnology law in the University of Arkansas’s LL.M. program.

Mark’s litigation practice encompasses a wide range of cases, including patent, copyright, trademark, trade secrets, and non-competition agreements. He also advises vendors in complex disputes with Walmart, assisting both large and small businesses in navigating their transactions. His broad expertise includes corporate dissolutions, business and insurance contracts, and education law.

Admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and various federal and state courts, Mark is also active in trademark disputes before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. He is a member of multiple state bar associations and a past president of the Arkansas Bar Association’s Intellectual Property Division.

Mark’s contributions to legal scholarship include publications in notable journals such as the Arkansas Business Journal and the San Joaquin Agricultural Law Review. His thought leadership has shaped discussions on intellectual property, agriculture, and energy law.

With his unique blend of legal and scientific knowledge, Mark Murphey Henry provides innovative solutions for his clients, ensuring their intellectual property and business interests are effectively protected.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Henry Law Firm
• Member, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, and Kansas Bar Associations
• Past President, Arkansas Bar Association Intellectual Property Division

Licensed State

• Arkansas
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Missouri
• Oklahoma
• Texas

Education

• University of Arkansan
  Master of Laws in Agriculture (LL.M.)
• University of Arkansan
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Hendrix College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biology

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