Brian P. Murphy

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Brian P. Murphy

5.0
60 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Islandia, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Medical Malpractice ... +4 more

1355 Motor Parkway, Islandia, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

Free Consultation

About Brian

Biography

Honest. Empathetic. Accessible. Experienced. Tough. Contact me at (631) 240-4761.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 30%

30%
Car Accident 25%

25%
Medical Malpractice 15%

15%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 10%

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

5%
DUI and DWI 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Contingency

25%-33%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2023
...
+ 4
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Rappaport, Glass, Levine & Zullo, LLP

1355 Motor Parkway, Islandia, NY, 11749

rglzlaw.com

Rappaport, Glass, Levine & Zullo, LLP

733 3rd Avenue, New York, NY, 10017

rglzlaw.com

Online Presence

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Brian P. Murphy's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Car Accidents

Posted by Amanda Marrero-Maxwell | August 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

THE BEST THERE IS

Brian was a very great lawyer for and to me. He was always very prompt with getting back to me whether it be a phone call, a text or an email. Brian also gave me lots of advice and some guidance to personal matters as well. Our conversations were not always pertaining to the case, but were always on ...a professional level with his advice and guidance coming from his years of experience. I really can't thank him enough for all he has done for me and for his kindness! I highly recommend him to anyone and will absolutely be using him again in the future if ever I have any other motor vehicle accidents. Thank you Brian for everything!

Brian Murphy

Replied last August 29, 2023

Thank you for your kind words, Amanda. It was my pleasure to guide you through your difficult journey. I wish you good health and good luck in the future! Brian

Posted by CG | May 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

100% Recommended

Brian Murphy helped me with my motor vehicle accident in which I was violently rear ended at a high speed while at a complete stop. He was extremely professional, reliable and from day one completely honest, friendly and always updated me thru the entire case which ended up being delayed due to Covi...d, he fought my case at every turn and always had my best interest. Through out the entire case he’s not just a lawyer he truly is invested in your best interests as a friend would be. Always checking in on my injuries my struggles not just the case. He gives undeniable results and wins your case we had to hurdle a County that tends to win their cases and or only settles very low demands to close its cases. Brian was persistent every which way fighting my case winning my case and settling my case for over 1 million dollars unprecedented for what we’re up against. But Brian got it done due to his unbelievable professionalism and determination to win your case on what you actually deserve he fights for you. He’s an incredible Lawyer. I am so glad I had him in my corner. Don’t hesitate call him right away he’s the lawyer you want in your corner.

Posted by James | April 02, 2022 | Car Accidents

Superstar Lawyer

I've known Brian Murphy for several years and as a lawyer myself can say that he is one of the best. I've referred several clients to him over the years and he always achieves great results. Recently he won a settlement for a friend of mine hit by a car four years ago while working. Most lawyers woul...d've settled the case for far less but Brian knows the true value of a case, fought for a just settlement and obtained it. I know he treats all of his clients with the dignity and professionalism they deserve because I hear from them after referring a case to Brian.

Posted by Joyce | September 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Brian P. Murphy at RHLZ

I am a retired Attorney who was referred to RGLZ by a colleague after I was involved in a four car accident. I feel blessed that the attorney handling my case was Brian P. Murphy, Esq. Brian is a talented litigator and (bonus) a really nice man who is easy to talk to, fights hard for you and works h...ard to keep you informed. He is responsive and smart and I knew that I was in very capable hands. Everyone at the firm from Laura at the front desk to the paralegals, Teri and Sheena, were always responsive and very efficient. I recommend Brian and the team at RGLZ without reservation.

Posted by Dawn | June 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Amazing

I was referred to Brian after a car accident. Brian is incredible. He's honest & thorough. He is on top of everything all the time. He kept me updated on the progress of my case & obtained a settlement that went beyond my expectations. Brian is an exceptional attorney & genuinely a nice person. I wou...ld absolutely recommend Brian without hesitation.

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Brian P. Murphy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Grizopoulos

Criminal defense lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an intelligent, hardworking and skilled attorney. I've had the opportunity to watch him in the courtroom and he is very effective. Any client of his, whether accused of a crime or injured due to the negligence of another, is fortunate to have his help."

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Jeffrey Ziff

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian Murphy is a highly skilled, professional attorney. He always treats his clients with the utmost respect and vigorously defends there interests."

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Joshua Hecht

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an exceptional attorney. His knowledge of legal matters is impressively extensive, but more importantly he has a deep focus on the needs of his clients. Highly recommended."

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Alan Krystal

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly knowledgeable attorney who provides outstanding representation to his clients."

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David Pilato

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. A great lawyer, colleague, and friend. Bad taste in baseball teams but otherwise exceptional."

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David Pilato

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Martindale AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

AVPreeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Lifetime Member - Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2021

Lifetime Member - Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2020

Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney, Attorney & Practice Magazine

2019

National Top 10 Under 40 - Excellence in Personal Injury, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

Work Experience

2015 - 2018

Trial Attorney, The Matera Law Firm

2012 - 2015

Managing Attorney, Schwartzapfel Lawyers, PC

2009 - 2012

Associate, Bond Schoeneck & King

2006 - 2009

Assistant District Attorney, Nassau County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

2008 - Present

Suffolk County Bar Association

2007 - Present

Nassau County Bar Association

2006 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

$2 Million Dollar Settlement

$2,000,000 Settlement

$2.5 Million Settlement During Trial

$2.5 million

$577,500 Verdict

$577,500

$700,000 Award

$700,000

$575,000 Award

$575,000

$375,000 Mediated Settlement on Eve of Trial

$375,000

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Education

2006

St. John's University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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