Atty. Brandon Henderson

Atty. Brandon Henderson

Brandon Henderson is the founding partner at HMW Law – Ohio Trial Attorneys. He represents individuals and families in both criminal defense and personal injury matters throughout Ohio.

Cleveland Cleveland 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Brandon Henderson at a glance

Brandon Henderson is a Managing Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at HMW Law. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2002) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (2004). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 2001) and Ohio University (B.A., 1998). Active member of Cuyahoga County and Ohio State Bar Associations Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brandon Henderson is the founding partner at HMW Law – Ohio Trial Attorneys
  • He represents individuals and families in both criminal defense and personal injury matters throughout Ohio
  • As a trial lawyer with more than two decades of experience, Brandon has handled a broad range of high-stakes cases, including serious felony offenses, violent crimes, Murder, white-collar investigations, sex-crime allegations, computer and internet-related crimes, and federal narcotics prosecutions
  • In addition to his criminal practice, Brandon is deeply committed to advocating for victims of personal injury
  • HMW Law has a personal injury division which assists with complex personal injury cases involving automobile and trucking collisions, motorcycle injuries, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, dog bites, and premises liability incidents
  • Families turn to him not only for his courtroom skill, but for his compassion and relentless pursuit of justice during the most difficult moments of their lives
  • Brandon’s practice is built on thorough preparation, strategic precision, and a trial-first mindset
  • He is known for mastering the facts of every case and for balancing aggressive advocacy with the judgment needed to protect his clients’ reputations, freedom, and future
  • A graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Law, he is a National Award Winner and Member of several prominent legal organizations, including the National Trial Lawyers 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel - The Nation's top 1%, Who's Who of Executives and Professionals, Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Academy of Trial Attorneys - Premier 100 Trial Attorney, The Criminal Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Institute of Trial Lawyers - Litigator of the Year, amongst others
  • He is recognized for his dedication to his clients, his leadership within the firm, and his commitment to serving Cleveland and the State of Ohio community

Practice Areas Explained

Brandon Henderson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brandon Henderson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Brandon Henderson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Brandon Henderson is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brandon Henderson

Where is Brandon Henderson's law office located?
Brandon Henderson's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is HMW Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brandon Henderson handle?
Brandon Henderson focuses on car accidents, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Brandon Henderson practiced law?
Brandon Henderson has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Brandon Henderson go to law school?
Brandon Henderson earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Brandon Henderson for a consultation?
You can contact Brandon Henderson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 2001
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2004

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