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
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+ 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

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Brian P. Murphy's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Multi million dollar construction accident settlement

In 2016 I was injured on a NYC construction site and my case was given to Brian in 2018. When Brian took my case he always took my calls and answered my texts immediately and answered any questions I had in complete detail and understanding. Brian walked me through every step of the procedure from fi...ling our case, the deposition procedure, the appeals process and the trial and settlement process.Through his hard work and looking out for my family’s best interest I am happy to say that he secured us a multi million dollar settlement.On top of being a great attorney he is also a good and honest man with strong family values of his own. I f you are seeking legal counsel for a personal injury I would recommend nobody except Brian Murphy he’s the best!!

Posted by Sue & Tom | September 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Dog Attack

I would like to take this opportunity to recommend the personal injury law firm of Rappaport, Glass, Levine & Zullo LLP (RGLZ). Two years ago, both my husband and I were attacked by a neighbor’s dog. These separate incidents were less than 24 hours apart. Pretty traumatizing! Our attorney, Brian Murp...hy, was highly recommended to us by a family friend, and we are so thankful. From our first meeting to our last, Brian put us at ease. More than just his legal knowledge, Brian has excellent communication skills, helping us to understand the intricacies of our suit. He was available to answer our every question, even on weekends. During this process which had many emotional moments, Brian was able to use his strong problem solving and analytical abilities to clearly explain our options. Ultimately achieving the best possible outcome for our case. We would not hesitate to recommend Brian Murphy and the RGLZ team to anyone.

Posted by James | October 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycle Fall

Brian is the ultimate professional. He represented me in a motorcycle fall that I had on a road that was neglected by the town. He is easy to talk to, is a great communicator and informs you every step of the process. Hopefully the need will never arise, but if I ever need another injury attorney in... the future there would be no one else I would even consider but Brian. Thank you for everything!

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 Veronica | June 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Hands down an amazing attorney!

I was referred to Brian Murphy at RGLZ and I'm really glad I went with having him represent me in my case. I had been inured at a very large business and Brian helped me get what I deserved after suffering multiple injuries, ongoing therapies and exacerbations of my injury. I had to pay a lot of hosp...ital bills and other medical expenses out of pocket, which Brian also helped to get compensated for in my case. The case took just about as long as Brian had said it would and in the end we had a great victory! Brian and his assistant Seema were always attentive, easy to contact and always returned my e-mails and calls in a timely manner and even after hours. Luckily the case never had to go to litigation, they settled and again, Brian fought hard for what I deserved and then some! I am extremely satisfied with Brian and RGLZ as my attorney, you will not be disappointed!! Thank you Brian and RGLZ.

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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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