Sean Michael Murphy

Sean Michael Murphy

4.9
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 11 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Brockton, MA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Litigation, Probate ... +2 more

180 Belmont St, Brockton, MA

About Sean

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

Motor Vehicle Accidents Slip and Fall Animal caused accidents and attacks (Dog bite and other animal caused injuries) Work place injuries

12 years | 25 cases

40%
Litigation 17%

Civil and Probate litigation Discrimination Contract disputes Will contests and Trust litigation

12 years | 30 cases

17%
Probate 16%

Administration of Estates Representing Fiduciaries (Personal Representatives, Trustees, ect..) Representing Beneficiaries

12 years | 25 cases

16%
Landlord or Tenant 11%

Representing Landlords and Tenants

12 years | 30 cases

11%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 11 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Sean M Murphy, P.C.

180 Belmont St, Brockton, MA, 02301-5153

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Sean Michael Murphy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (11) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Very Knowledgeable, Experienced, and Confident

Had a phone call with Attorney Murphy today and could immediately tell he knows what he is doing. He has lots of experience in landlord/tenant matters and knew all of the judges and even opposing council. With his expert advise, we were able to resolve the issue with a tenant. If you are a landlor...d, you need somebody with experience who knows landlord/tenant law inside and out. I wouldn't hesitate to hire him because I know he would do an excellent job and have no doubt, he would win. Loved the quip about "Murphy's Law" on his website. I'm glad we didn't need him this time, but he is very impressive and I hope we don't need him in the future - but he'll be the one we hire without a doubt to represent us if we do. Thank you for your service in the U.S. Navy as well, Attorney Murphy. Thank you for your advice.

Posted by Pam | November 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Attorney

Sean took on my case when I really needed someone, he was honest, and upfront and never sugar coated anything. Very professional, kind and his understanding of the law. He's a upstanding lawyer and a great person.

Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable and Helpful

We hired Atty. Murphy for assistance and guidance with tenant related issues. He answered all questions clearly and was always willing to explain the legal intricacies. It provided us such peace of mind and our only regret is not having hired him sooner. Would highly recommend to any individual lo...oking for a knowledgeable, professional attorney to trust.

Posted by Lenia | November 7, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Top Notch Attorney!

Attorney Murphy was professional, prompt and a pleasure to work with during our transaction. He always responded to our questions in a timely manner and was always happy to help. We hope to work with him in the future! Thanks from your friends at Brownstone Realty Group!

Posted by Kristy | September 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing Attorney.

Attorney Murphy is great. Very timley professional and took the time to care about our situation personally. Very reasonably priced, returned phone calls and e-mails in a very timley manner. Nothing but great things to say about Attorney Murphy. We highly reccomend him!!!

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Sean Michael Murphy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexandra Coe

Litigation lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Weinberger

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Sean Murphy. I've had the opportunity to observe Attorney Murphy in Court, and have been impressed with his knowledge, demeanor, and professionalism."

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Lisa Smyth

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sean is a very competent and capable attorney who always does the best he can for every client. I highly endorse him."

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Gregory Lorincz

General practice lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Professional, diligent, reasonable, and good to work with."

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Robert Berks

Litigation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Greenberg

Commercial real estate lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Murphy is a hard working and conscientious young lawyer who cares deeply about his clientele. He fights hard and performs the necessary groundwork when engaging in litigation. His prices are extremely reasonable and clients get their money's worth."

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Jeffrey Thompson

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Lorincz

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Andrew Kepple

Litigation lawyer

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Irene Bagdoian

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Brad Greenberg

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Jeffrey Thompson

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2016

First Justics' Award for Pro Bono Publico Excellence, First Justice, Probate and Family Court, Plymouth Division

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

First Justics' Award for Pro Bono Publico Excellence, First Justice, Probate and Family Court, Plymouth Division

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Sean M Murphy, P.C.

2018 - 2020

Assistant City Solicitor, City of Brockton

2003 - 2014

Founder, Ace Inspections & Appraisals LLC

Associations

2014 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

MCAD

Settled for $85,000

Personal Injury

Settled for $50,000

Personal Injury

Settled for $12,000

Real Estate Litigation

Won in opposition to summary judgment

Real Estate Litigation

$35,000 Settlement

Summary Process

Settled

Bed Bugs

Won

Mass Gen Law c. 93a (Consumer Protection)

Settled

Summary Process (Cross-Metering)

Settled

Summary Process Defense

Settled

Bed Bugs

Settled and awarded damages

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Education

2013

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2017

The Daily Spark Monthly Radio Appearance Tenant Water Sub-Metering

Languages

English

Activity

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