Joel Henry, Business Attorney in Missoula, Montana
Over 13 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Entertainment, and Internet
PartneratHall Booth Smith, P.C.
Missoula, MT
Practicing business in Missoula since 2013.
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Joel Henry is a partner based in Missoula, MT. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and Internet. Joel has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C..
- Based in
- Missoula, MT
- Experience
- over 13 years
- Known for
- Business · Entertainment · Internet
- Handles Business, Entertainment, and Internet matters from Missoula, MT.
- Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Joel Henry: Joel Henry is a partner based in Missoula, MT. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and Internet. Joel has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Joel Henry
Joel concentrates on business, entertainment, internet, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Missoula, Montana
Joel takes business matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joel agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Missoula, Montana
Joel takes entertainment matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joel agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Missoula, Montana
Joel takes internet matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joel agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Missoula, Montana
Joel takes ip matters in Missoula, Montana. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Joel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Joel Henry — Over 13 years of Montana business experience
Joel Henry is a partner based in Missoula, MT. The practice focuses on Business, Entertainment, and Internet. Joel has over 13 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C..
Joel Henry is a Partner in our Missoula, Montana, office. Joel brings to HBS a unique ability to integrate IP, technology, corporate and transactional, and securities law into solutions for clients engaged in entrepreneurship, capital raises, mergers and acquisitions, IP protection, and cutting-edge technology areas.
Joel is one of a handful of people in the US with both a PhD in computer science and a JD. He is one of the leading experts in Montana, and nationwide, on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology law. A significant area of his practice also includes complex, cutting-edge legal matters around new technologies including artificial intelligence, GDPR, and other data privacy laws; IT security; and data breaches. He also serves as an expert witness on litigation matters involving technology issues, electronic discovery, and digital forensics.
Joel enjoys the complexity at the intersection of law, business, and technology, given he earned two computer science degrees from Montana State University, a Doctor of Philosophy in computer science from Virginia Tech, a Juris Doctor at the University of Montana, and started his own software company.
In his free time, Joel enjoys brewing beer, casting flies, tracking elk, or spending time with his family.
Recognition
•Outstanding Faculty Award, National Business Institute (NBI), 2023
•UPE Outstanding Computer Science Faculty, East Tennessee State University
•Excellence for the Future Award in Trademark Law, CALI, Spring 2012
•Outstanding Intellectual Property Law Student
•Foundation Research Award, East Tennessee State University
•Outstanding Research Contributions Award, NASA Ames Fellowship Program
Presentations
•AI Under the Big Sky: Reviewing the Current State of Artificial Intelligence
City Club Missoula; August 12, 2024
•Business Transactions: Structures, Contract Provisions, Checklists, & More
National Business Institute (NBI); April 4, 2024
•Handling the Purchase of a Business: The Complete Checklist Guide
National Business Institute (NBI); March 8, 2024
•Negotiating Sale of Equity to Outside Investors
National Business Institute (NBI), CLE Webinar; August 30, 2023
Publications
•Grasping at e-Discovery: Why Technology Assisted Review is a Must for Data-Intensive Cases
Tennessee Bar Journal, June 2016
•Rolling Collections: Apples and More Apples? Or, Apples and Oranges?
Law Technology News; February 2016 & March 2016.
•Sleep With a Smile - Avoid E-discovery Nightmares
Montana Lawyer, March 2016
•Managing a Data Intensive Case: How to find a needle without drowning in a haystack
Montana Lawyer, August 2015
•Document Review - Is your glass half full?
Law Technology News, August 2015
•The Next Generation of E-Discovery Tools
Arkfeld - Arizona State University E-Discovery Conference; March 12-14, 2014
•Predictive Coding is so Yesterday
Law Technology News; February 17, 2024
•Provisional Patent for Content Categorization System
November 2013
•Trademark for Agile Legal Technology
August 2013
•Cloud Computing in Higher Education: Legal Issues Under the Stored Communications Act and the Fourth Amendment
University of Washington Law Review, September 2012
•It can’t get more real: using multiple teams to develop multiple software products for multiple customers
21st Conference on Software Engineering Education and Training (CSEET); Charleston, SC; April 15, 2008
•Verification and Validation in Model-Driven Development
20th Annual Systems & Software Technology Conference; Las Vegas, NV; May 2008
•Management: A Real-World Guide to Success
Addison Wesley, May 2003
•Test case selection for simulations in the maintenance of real-time systems
Journal of Software Maintenance, 2000
•Quantitative Assessment and Improvement of Corrective and Perfective Maintenance
Journal of Software Maintenance, October 1997
•Implementing a Measurement-Based Software Maintenance Process
Journal of Software Maintenance, February 1996
In the Press
Hall Booth Smith Names Seven New Partners
January 20, 2023
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 20, 2023 - Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) has named seven new partners as the firm elevates leaders and recognizes their outstanding service to clients. Joining the firm’s partnership ranks are Sandro Stojanovic in Atlanta, Christopher Watkins in Alpharetta, Drew Brooks in Columbus, Rene Stuhr Dukes in Charleston, Ashley Fromm in
Certifications
•Certified Software Development Professional, 2001-2020
•Issued by: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
How Joel handles business matters
Joel Henry is a Partner in our Missoula, Montana, office. Joel brings to HBS a unique ability to integrate IP, technology, corporate and transactional, and securities law into solutions for clients engaged in entrepreneurship, capital raises, mergers and acquisitions, IP protection, and cutting-edge technology areas. Joel is one of a handful of people in the US with both a PhD in computer science…
The kind of cases Joel takes
Joel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, entertainment, and internet matters in Missoula and the surrounding Montana area.
Credentials
Joel Henry's legal education and bar admissions
University of Montana School of Law J.D.
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Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Ph.D. Montana State University B.S. Computer Science Montana State University M.S. Computer Science
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Jurisdictions
Joel's state bar admissions
Wyoming
2022 · ACTIVE
Montana
2013 · ACTIVE
Joel studied at — in University of Montana School of Law J.D. and — in Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Ph.D. Montana State University B.S. Computer Science Montana State University M.S. Computer Science.
Law school and academic background
Joel completed — in University of Montana School of Law J.D. and — in Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Ph.D. Montana State University B.S. Computer Science Montana State University M.S. Computer Science. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joel runs in Montana is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Joel's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Association for Computing Machinery
ACM) •American Bar Association •Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE · membership
Locations
Joel Henry's office in Missoula
Joel's primary office is at Suite 402, 101 E. Front Street, Missoula, MT, 59802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hall Booth Smith, P.C.
Suite 402, 101 E. Front Street
Missoula, MT 59802
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How to hire Joel 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 Joel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joel'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; Joel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Missoula, Montana
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 Joel
Joel 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. Joel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joel'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 Joel Henry
How much does it cost to hire Joel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joel offer a free consultation?
Joel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Joel's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Montana 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. Joel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joel take my case if I'm outside Missoula?
Joel is licensed in Montana. Matters governed by Montana law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Joel 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 Joel?
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. Joel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joel accepting new business clients right now?
Joel'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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