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Biography
James D. Murtha has been a member of the consumer credit industry for over thirty years, having held key positions in several of the nation’s leading debt-collection firms. As an expert in FDCPA, FCRA and HIPAA issues, Mr. Murtha has written and taught on the subjects and has successfully litigated cases in defense of consumers’ rights. In addition to his passion for consumer defense, Mr. Murtha is an outspoken advocate of Constitutional issues and has championed the right to keep and bear arms in court.
Practicing in the courts of the State of New York, as well as in federal courts, Mr. Murtha focuses his practice on landlord-tenant law, where he applies his skill and expertise to litigating summary proceedings to recover possession of real property. A large part of his practice is still dedicated to his passion for consumer defense litigation, in which he protects the rights of consumers from the unfair practices of debt-collection agencies, creditors, automobile dealerships, banks, student loan companies and other businesses. He also specializes in bringing special proceedings in New York State Supreme Court and Second Amendment litigation in defense of the rights of law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms, and against civil and criminal charges stemming from lawful firearms ownership and use, as well as litigation in defense of licensed firearms dealers in civil liability matters.
In addition to his duties as a Managing Member of the MURTHA LAW FIRM, LLC, Mr. Murtha has also devoted his time to teaching consumer debt classes and providing consumer education as a public service in association with the public library system of Suffolk County. James D. Murtha is admitted to practice in all the courts of the State of New York and in the United States District Court for both the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Landlord or Tenant
75%
18 years
Debt Settlement
25%
18 years
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Licensed in New York for 18 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2008
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Location
Murtha Law Firm, LLC
4940 Merrick Road, No. 102, Massapequa Park, NY, 11762-3803
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James D. Murtha's Reviews
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Posted by Marianne | August 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Excellent choice for a lawyer
James is the best. He answered all my questions and made me feel at ease. I had a good feeling from the start because he knew things about evictions that the other lawyers I called couldn't tell me. He served my tenants right away. He was there with me in court and I got a warrant for the sheriff to ...
Posted by Winifred Grant | June 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Outstanding!
Thank you James you are awesome. You solved all my issues with my tenants in a timely fashion! I highly recommend you. You are the best!
Posted by Marina | January 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
BEST LAWYER YOU CAN HIRE
James Murtha is simply the best. He answered all my questions, and got right to work on my case. I felt at ease like I was in good hands from the minute I called him. Even when I knew I was being a pest he was professional and put my mind at ease. When we got to court he made minced meat of my lying ...
Posted by Mike | February 17, 2021 | Landlord & Tenant
Extremely Generous
I called Mr Murtha after hours tonight and he graciously answered his phone. I told him of some threats my landlord made regarding my departure from my apartment and not getting my deposit returned. Mr Murtha clearly explained my rights and put me at ease, knowing i would not need his services but a...
Posted by Kevin | December 06, 2020 | Landlord & Tenant
I recommend this lawyer
I called Mr. Murtha for a free consultation. I thought I would need a lawyer and it would be expensive because that's what 2 other lawyers told me. They said I needed to hire them to do an eviction. But Mr. Murtha explained that an eviction wasn't necessary and I didn't need a lawyer at all. He solve...
James D. Murtha's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse James D. Murtha. He is the most knowledgeable landlord-tenant and consumer rights attorney I have ever met or had the opportunity to work with. His skills and expertise in both the fields of landlord-tenant law, particularly as it applies to evictions, and debt-collection defense are unmatched in my opinion. James D. Murtha has my highest recommendation as an expert in landlord-tenant matters and in debt-collection defense."
Michelle Murtha
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Experience
Honors
2016
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Managing Member, Murtha Law Firm, LLC
2008 - 2014
Member, Murtha & Murtha, PLLC
Associations
New York State Bar Association
Member
Nassau County Bar Association
Member
Thomas More Law Center
Member
Federalist Society
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate of James Bruncaj v Bruncaj, Suffolk Dist Ct, Feb. 29, 2012, Flanagan, J., index No. LT-000630-12/BR
My client, the respondent, prevailed. Petition dismissed for lack of jurisdiction.
Town of Babylon v Licata, Suffolk Dist Ct, Feb. 24, 2012, Morris, J., docket No. BATO-750/11
My client, the defendant, prevailed. After a trial, the case was dismissed.
Olcese v Bilotta, Suffolk Dist Ct, Sept. 21, 2011, Ukeiley, J., index No. LT-002771-11/BR
My client, the petitioner, prevailed. Money judgment, judgment of possession and warrant of eviction granted.
Matter of Colaiacovo v Dormer, Sup Ct, Suffolk County, Oct. 30, 2008, Weber, J., index No. 020230/2008
My client, the petitioner, prevailed. Matter was remanded to the respondent, who was ordered to take certain action.
Education
2003
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
State University of New York, Stony Brook
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Debtor-Creditor Law and Consumers' Rights
Consumer Debt Issues in Suffolk County
Publications
2009
Pamphlet
Understanding Special Proceedings Under Article 78 of the Civil Practice Law and Rules
Languages
English
Italian
Activity
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What are the responsibilities of a commercial property owner in regard to property maintenence?
14 Aug 2019
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Hot water tank in our apartment burst causing damage to other apartments and not ours. Who pays?
14 Apr 2012
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How to confirm maiden name and married name?
13 Apr 2012