Michael Kevin Murphy

Michael Kevin Murphy

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 43 years

Military law Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Military Law, Divorce & Separation, Family

10560 Main St, PH 10, Fairfax, VA

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Licensed in Virginia for 43 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1982

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Law Offices of Michael Kevin Murphy, PLLC

10560 Main St, PH 10, Fairfax, VA, 22030-7182

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17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Family

Posted by Kevin | March 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Children returned and Assets retained...enough said!

I retained Mike and Rebecca to represent me in what even the presiding judge admitted was one of the most complex cases he'd ever seen. Basically, my ex spouse manufactured allegations against me which she used to remove our minor children from the Commonwealth to return to her home state without my... knowledge or consent. I had to fight tooth and nail to try and clear my name and get my kids back. Well, Mike and Rebecca did just that. They met every legal challenge professionally and with decisions that were in the best interest of the children. The result is that ALL of the children have been returned home to Virginia with me having primary custody AND I retained ALL of my assets. Note: I am also a lawyer who knows great legal work...this is such a case. The best interest of the child(ren) is THE standard.

Michael Murphy

Replied last March 11, 2023

Thank you so much, Kevin. Yours was one of the most difficult and challenging cases that I have had practicing law but your steadfastness as a client who stuck to our winning strategy and helped implement it was superb. This was truly a "Team" effort and it paid off handsomely for you. Our very best to you and your great children --- without you, though, I feel strongly that they would have been sunk had they stayed in Alabama with their Mom --- To you my friend: Bravo!

Posted by Bart | April 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

An exceptional family lawyer for military servicemembers...truly an expert in the field!

When I think of Michael Kevin Murphy, words like TRUST; SUPERIOR KNOWLEDGE; MILITARY SERVICE; DEDICATION; CARING and SECOND-TO-NONE immediately come to my mind. Michael Murphy is, in my opinion, the best choice for anyone in need of a family law attorney in Northern Virginia. He is a man of unquestio...nable integrity and enjoys a sterling reputation in the courts and among his colleagues. During my initial consultation, Mike made me feel comfortable and listened to me. From that point, to the end of my divorce, I knew I had chosen the right attorney and the right law firm! Mike and his staff consistently offered sound advice and helped me through the difficult process with consistency and a sense of purpose. As a former Army officer, Ranger and combat veteran, Mike has a deep and profound understanding of the nuances of military life and the legal considerations attendant thereto. He and his team will be of immeasurable benefit to anyone in need of family law services, but military members will particularly benefit from his knowledge and experience. He is an expert in the law and he understands the needs of military service families. If you are seeking a trustworthy, knowledgeable, experienced and caring representative, I highly recommend Michael Murphy. You will receive "first-rate" services with outstanding results. One final note: in my time as a client of the Law Offices of Michael Kevin Murphy, not only did I obtain an exceptional attorney but I also gained a friend. I fully recommend and endorse Mr. Michael K. Murphy without reservation.

Posted by David | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Outstanding Service!

What can I say? I have custody of my 2 children as a male Military Service member. This would not have been possible if it wasn't for Mr. Murphy and his outstanding team! Not only did I obtain an exceptional lawyer but gained a family friend. I fully recommend and endorse Mr. Murphy. Thanks TEAM...!

Posted by Rose | September 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

A Difficult Time - A Good Outcome

I made the decision to retain Michael Kevin Murphy as my attorney soon after I met him. He immediately introduced me to his office manager, his paralegal and his legal assistant. The team greeted me in an office that was neither sterile nor clinical but warm and inviting, a "family" type environmen...t. I knew, in an instant, that I was in the appropriate place for my "Family Law" matter. Mr. Murphy and his team demonstrated compassion, kindness and a genuine understanding of my emotions, which were very fragile, at the time. My husband of many, many, years was seeking a divorce and I needed a lawyer. I asked Mr. Murphy many questions and he, in turn, asked specific questions of me. I was a military spouse. Mr. Murphy had been in the military. He was well versed in military law. He had handled many cases involving dependent military spouses both male and female and was knowledgeable of all aspects of spousal benefits. Mr. Murphy was honest, sincere and very straightforward with me. We, at times, disagreed but I usually deferred to his suggestions, explanations and good judgment. He was the legal professional and I trusted him. Mr. Murphy was organized and efficient. He gave me a schedule/guideline of the legal process with regard to divorce in the state of Virginia but cautioned that some things were apt to change. Our meetings were to the point. We communicated by email or phone. I also had significant interaction with the paralegal and legal assistant who were very professional in their own right. I am now divorced. Mr. Murphy was very instrumental in securing a very good outcome for me. I appreciate his hard work and skillfulness as an attorney. I also appreciate his kindness and understanding in what was the most difficult time of my life. Words I would use to describe Mr. Murphy: Honest, Skillful, Astute, Fair, Compassionate, Resourceful, Sincere, Courteous, Straightforward, No-Nonsense and Accessible.

Posted by Guillermo | September 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Choice

Michael Kevin Murphy is the best choice for anyone in need of a family law attorney in Northern Virginia. He helped me through a very difficult divorce; to protect my daughter, and; my relationship with her. Mr. Murphy is a man of unquestionable integrity and he enjoys a sterling reputation in the ...courts and among his colleagues. He is an expert in the law and, as a Veteran himself, he understands the needs of military service families. He has clients around the world who rely on him. He gets things done right the first time, and he leverages technology to do things as economically as possible. If you need help from someone who will protect your interests, then you will find no one better than Michael Kevin Murphy.

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1982

American Juris Prudence, George Mason University

Work Experience

1983 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Michael Kevin Murphy, PLLC

1982 - 1983

Adjunct Professor, George Mason University School Of Law

Associations

2010 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Military Law Section

Board of Governors

1986 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

1985 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Family Law Section

Member

1985 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1982 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Rutledge v. Rutledge

Canedo v. Canedo

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Education

1982

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1964

Virginia Military Institute

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1995

Virginia State Bar CLE

Technology In The Law

Languages

English

Activity

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