Joseph Michael Murphy Jr.

Divorce was never in my plan. I never wanted it for sure. And then I found myself facing one. I will admit that with all the attorneys I deal with, I fumbled trying to navigate the trauma of that reality and the very real need for good representation. By circumstance I fell into Bud Murphy's offi...ce. Stunned by divorce, making no progress, bleeding cash, hearing I am on the losing end largely because I am dad and I work (my words), and frustrated explaining details of my life and business to people who weren't listening, I felt my case was careening out of control and headed to a very bad outcome. Enter Bud Murhpy. I barely noticed him coming up the curve. He invested real time understanding what I needed to accomplish for my children and for myself, what my priorities were in the case, and the strategy of opposing counsel. He developed a clear view of what our desired outcome was, and he engaged in series of tactics with opposing counsel, the mediator, the forensic accountant, and, frankly, with me to get me as close to there as he could. He worked (hard) this deal. He never lost sight of everything he's seen go horribly wrong with his clients and their children. And he worked the other parties aggressively to ensure that didn't happen here. He never left me thinking we were good when we were not - and gave up ground only when winning was a worse outcome for my kids and I than losing. In the end he got me the best outcome I could have expected - one I can live with. I never felt so represented by an attorney as I did with Bud Murphy. Because of him, my children have another chance at a decent upbringing. Because of him I can put this experience in a box and move on. He knows when to pour on the sugar and work the offline discussions to get to a good outcome, and when to pull out the blowtorch to bend steel. He is an excellent attorney that called me nights and weekends while he worked my case. I truly appreciate and thank him, and cannot recommend him enough. Count my vote for Bud Murphy.

After being blindsided with a Divorce from a 20 year marraige, where I was a housewife and Mother. A relative referred me to "Bud". After my consultation, I never looked back. He is very well versed in Family Law, Honest, empathetic and has Professional integrity. Bud is very knowledgable, easily a...ccessible and had my best interests at heart. He stood his ground when Alimony and Child support was discussed. And my divorce was finalized within 8 months. I highly recommend Joseph "Bud" Murphy if you are seeking a Matrimonial lawyer. You would be in very good, and very capable hands.

Joe "Bud" Murphy is a calm, thoughtful and thorough lawyer that took a very complex marriage and helped streamline the phases of divorce, and helped me navigate through the bureaucracy of the NJ legal system. Bud has an attentive team that answers the phone and gives messages timely. Expectatio...ns were clear and when hiccups arose, Bud revisited options and pros / cons for results vs. costs. Divorce is a sad and confusing time - I wanted someone who knew what he was doing and could guide me - to a fair and equitable settlement. 2017 is a fresh start - after 29 years of marriage - but I'm steady and organized, due to Bud's assistance and support. He does not allow drama, is pragmatic about choices - and is emphatic throughout the entire experience. A professional - and a "what you see is what you get" style - which I appreciated - and valued. I interviewed 8 lawyers before I made my decision - and am confident Bud was the right (and best) choice for me and my situation.

Going thru a divorce of any type is hard on any one, especially the first time around. I went to Bud for a free consultation for my divorce, which a fellow attorney referred me to him. He is well known in and outside of the court room as being professional and compassionate. Every divorce is unique i...n their own way, and Bud has the ability to understand or relate to the uniqueness. I hired him gladly, knowing that I was in good hands, with him having my best interest in mind. Bud may not be the cheapest, but he also is not the most expensive, his costs equals peace of my for the client. In the future, if I am faced with another divorce, Bud will be the first and last call I make to find an attorney.

A divorce is a stressful time and having a knowledgeable attorney on your side makes a big difference. Joseph took the time to ensure he understood my concerns and did what he could to minimize the issues. Even when everything appeared to be going wrong and I was ready to give up, he was a strong a...dvocate and kept me focused on the end goal. Through multiple court hearings, mediation sessions and email threads there was a consistency that was reassuring. Joseph is clearly well respected by other attorneys as was evidenced in his interaction in the court house sessions. Hopefully I never need to avail myself of his divorce services again but would gladly recommend him to others.