When businesses or individuals are facing a problem, Greg is often their first call. From high-profile criminal cases and government investigations to corporate crises and personal injury lawsuits, Greg’s advice is sought by clients around the country.
After a long and successful career as a prosecutor, Greg now serves as legal counsel to individuals and organizations in a variety of fields including finance, sports and entertainment, real estate, construction, healthcare, government, education, insurance, and hospitality. He works closely with and has appeared in media outlets such as The New York Times, The Daily Mail, Dateline NBC, Netflix, 20/20, The Boston Globe, and Vanity Fair.
Known as a trial attorney and crisis specialist, Greg’s reputation leads him to work with high-net-worth individuals, professional athletes, and corporate leaders. He helps clients to navigate adverse situations in the boardroom, the courthouse, and the media, and frequently consults with attorneys around the country seeking his expertise after nearly two decades trying cases in front of juries.
A trial advocacy instructor and former Chief of the Gang Unit in Boston, Greg has investigated and litigated some of the most complex cases to ever see the inside of a courtroom, from white-collar crimes and first-degree murder to wrongful death cases and personal injury claims against multi-billion-dollar organizations.
Sample engagements:
Representing an elected official on federal criminal charges.
Representing a senior government official during Congressional investigations of the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.
Consulting with professional athletes accused of misconduct and conducting investigations into allegations that impact draft status, free agency, and disciplinary proceedings.
Representing plaintiffs and defendants in civil cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, civil rights violations, and workplace misconduct.
Defending lawyers and government officials accused of corruption, ethical breaches, misconduct, and compliance violations.
Advising Hollywood producer and director on issues related to the #MeToo movement and litigation against former production partners.
Suing one of the nation’s largest healthcare institutions on behalf of multiple families whose deceased infants were lost or thrown away by the hospital.
Providing high-net-worth individuals and their relatives with discrete legal assistance surrounding workplace, school, and personal matters.
Representing multiple witnesses during state and federal court proceedings in a high-profile criminal trial attracting international media attention.
Advising private individuals and public personalities in scandals involving social media and the disclosure of texts, photographs, videos, and other personal information.
Education and Admissions
Greg graduated from Harvard College, cum laude, with a degree in Government, before attending the University of Virginia School of Law, where he was on the Law Review. He received the Virginia Trial Lawyers Trial Advocacy Award before moving on to a clerkship on the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit in Macon, Georgia.
He is licensed to practice in Massachusetts state and federal courts.
Contact Greg at greg.henning@henningstrategies.com