Corpus Christi Attorney

Jessica Henry

Associate Attorney

Jessica joined Porter, Rogers, Dahlman & Gordon, P.C. in August 2023 as an associate attorney in the firm’s San Antonio office. Jessica’s practice focuses on litigation, business disputes, and healthcare law.

Jessica grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana. She obtained her B.S. in Biology and M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Forensic Science. Her background includes biopharmaceutical research involving mesenchymal stem cells and monoclonal antibodies, secondary science education, and national security investigations. Jessica attended St. Mary’s University School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctorate in May 2023. During her time at St. Mary’s, Jessica was a writer and editor for the St. Mary’s Law Journal. She was and continues to be involved in the pro bono housing clinic.

In her free time, Jessica enjoys hanging out with her husband and two sons, watching sports, working out, painting, and spending time with friends.

Education

St. Mary’s University School of Law, J.D. cum laude, 2023
University of Florida, M.S., 2015
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, B.S., 2010

Admissions & Memberships

Texas Bar, 2023
Texas Association of Defense Counsel, 2023
Bexar County Women’s Bar Association, 2022
Hispanic National Bar Association, 2021
Top Secret Clearance, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency

Awards & Honors

John M. Harlan Society, 2023
Francisco Leos Award for Excellence in Clinical Studies, 2023
Clinical Legal Education Association (CLEA) Outstanding Clinic Student Award, 2023
Women in Law Leadership Award, 2023
Dean’s award, St. Mary’s Law, 2023
Faculty Award for Academic Excellence in Property Law, 2021

Volunteer & Pro Bono Activities

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Kids in Need of Defense
Mexican American Unity Counsel