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Theodore John Murphy
also known as Ted Murphy, Theodore Murphy, Theodore J. Murphy
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Biography
Former government prosecutor, adjunct law professor, paratrooper, and founding attorney of Murphy Law Firm. Serving the needs of the immigrant and business communities in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and beyond.
Do you need help with an Immigration matter? Murphy Law Firm may be able to help.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Appeals
25%
Asylum
25%
Criminal Defense
25%
Immigration
25%
32 years | 55,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016 2015 2014
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2013
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 31 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Isauro | September 17, 2014 | Immigration
Miracle Lawyer
My sister contacted Mr. Murphy to provide immigration advice to my then criminal case Lawyer. Mr. Murphy’s expertise in immigration cases and willingness to seek the best possible outcome for my case contributed to a life changing outcome, which to my family has been seen as a miracle. My case was ...
Posted by Kelly | January 17, 2013
Kelly
Mr. Murphy has done a wonderful job. He is very informative and explained everything to us. He took his time with us and made sure when we left his office we knew what we had to do. We appreciate his wealth of information regarding the laws and his ability to help us. I would not hesitate to offer h...
Theodore John Murphy's Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully endorse Theodore."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Ted in the area of Immigration Law. I have had the pleasure of working with Ted on multiple occasions. I have always found him to be highly knowledgeable, thorough, professional and always compassionate with his clients. I would highly suggest that anyone with immigration issues or questions give him a call. He is surely one of the best."
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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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"Mr. Murphy is a very knowledgable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer.He is highly respected in the legal community. His answers on complex immigration questions are on point and offer practical advice."
"Having interacted with Attorney Murphy and read his many answers on this forum it is clear to me that he knows the ins and outs of immigration law. If you have an immigration issue, you need an attorney with the answers at his fingertips. Attorney Murphy is such an attorney. I endorse him without reservation."
"Attorney Murphy is an experienced and very knowledgeable immigration attorney."
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"Ted is a top-notch attorney, his record and experience speak for themselves. Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2017
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2016
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2015
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2014
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2012
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2011
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2010
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2003
Sustained Superior Accomplishment Award, US Department of Homeland Security - US Immigration & Customs Enforcement
2002
Sustained Superior Accomplishment Award, US Department of Justice - Immigration & Naturalization Service
2001
Sustained Superior Accomplishment Award, US Department of Justice - Immigration & Naturalization Service
2000
Sustained Superior Accomplishment Award, US Department of Justice - Immigration & Naturalization Service
1999
Superior Accomplishment Award, US Department of Justice - Immigration & Naturalization Service
1995
The Captain Robert Miller Knox Award, Temple University School of Law
1994
The Barrister Award, Temple University School of Law
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner and Founding Attorney, Murphy Law Firm
1900 - Present
Member, Murphy Law Firm P.C.
2007 - 2008
Senior Counsel, Klasko, Rulon, Stock, & Seltzer
2003 - 2007
Assistant Chief Counsel, U.S. Department of Homeland Security
2002 - 2004
Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, U.S. Department Of Justice (U.S. Attorney Office in Philadelphia, PA)
1997 - 2003
Assistant District Counsel, U.S. Department Of Justice
1997 - 2003
Adjunct Professor, Temple University School Of Law
1995 - 1997
Attorney, Law Office of Theodore Murphy
1992 - 1994
Law Clerk, First Judicial District Of Pennsylvania
1984 - 1990
Soldier, United States Army & Army Reserve
Associations
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Chester County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - 2012
Pennsylvania Immigration Resource CenterBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Zakzuk v. Pennsylvania
Cert. Denied.
Education
1997
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1994
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Georgetown University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
AILA Philadelphia Chapter Spring CLE
The Art of Cross Examination
2013
30th Annual Statewide Criminal Law Symposium
Beware the Iceman Cometh
2013
2013 Annual National Conference on Immigration Law
Guide Me Through The Fog: Options After Denial of a Family Petition
2012
York County CLE
Criminal Court, Immigration, Ineffective Assistance and Retroactive Application of Padilla
2012
Lehigh County CLE
Criminal Court, Immigration, Ineffective Assistance and Retroactive Application of Padilla
2012
Berks County Bench Bar
Criminal Court, Immigration, Ineffective Assistance and Retroactive Application of Padilla
2011
Philadelphia AILA Spring Conference
Effectively Dealing With ICE
2011
28th Annual Criminal Law Symposium
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity and Ethical Considerations
2010
Office of the Public Defender CLE Series
Post Padilla: Practical Guidance in Advising the Client
2010
Family Law CLE
Immigration for Family Law
2010
Chester County CLE
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity and Ethical Considerations
2010
27th Annual Criminal Law Symposium
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity and Ethical Considerations
2009
Sussex County CLE
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity
2009
Fall 2009 Philadelphia Regional Immigration Conference
Immigration Law
2009
Delaware Inns of Court for Sussex and Kent Counties
Immigration Law Issues
2009
Chester County Pennsylvania Bar Association
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity
2008
Philadelphia AILA Spring CLE
Federal Court Litigation
2003
Seminar on Immigration and Criminal Law for Attorneys
Immigration and Criminal Law
Publications
2013
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
Beware the Iceman Cometh
2011
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity
2010
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity
2008
Immigration Options for Essential Workers - AILA
“Employers of “Essential” Workers: Worksite Enforcement – The ICE Man Cometh"
1997
Master's Thesis - Temple University School of Law
Conventional Arms Transfers and the Violations of International Law: An Emerging Trend for Banning the Transfer of Conventional Weapons
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Theodore earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Pregnant illegal immigrant being a victim of domestic abuse.
21 Jul 2021
Q&A
My file is 201 A1 INA and I m under 21 is these right file for under 21??
26 Feb 2021
Q&A
How can I marry a Filipino that is petitioned by and married to another American?
26 Feb 2021