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John C Murphy
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Making sure you get the representation you deserve.
I am dedicated to ensuring that all of my clients and their legal needs are met. I offer high-quality legal work and personal client service. I want to exceed your expectations! I am committed to providing you with competent legal counsel in a non-judgmental atmosphere. I serve a wide range of clientele, and value every client relationship greatly. Each engagement benefits from the depth and breadth of my diverse experience. I approach every client with a focus on integrity, advocacy, and understanding. I fight for you!
My office works in a variety of legal arenas, including Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Wills/Trusts, Advance Directives, Probate, Special Needs Trusts, Pre-Nuptial Agreements, Personal Injury, Family and Criminal Law including Felonies, DUIs, Misdemeanors and Traffic Tickets.
We serve clients from Brevard County including Barefoot Bay, Cape Canaveral, Canaveral, Canaveral Air Station, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Eau Gallie, Fellsmere, Grant, Indialantic, Indian Harbor Beach, Malabar, Melbourne, Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Beach, Melbourne Village, Merritt Island, Micco, Palm Bay, Patrick Air Force Base, Patrick AFB, Port Canaveral, Port Saint John, Rockledge, Satellite Beach, Sharpes, Sebastian, Viera and West Melbourne.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
40%
43 years | 4,000 cases
Criminal Defense
30%
43 years | 20,000 cases
Elder Law
10%
43 years
Estate Planning
10%
43 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 42 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1983
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016
Licensed in Ohio for 43 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1982
Location
Murphy's Law Offices, P.A.
5575 US Highway 1, Rockledge, FL, 32955-5624
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Posted by James | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Professional, knowledgable, and experienced
John provided me with estate planning services, preparing my will and associated estate planning documents. This is not my area of expertise, so I definitely need the help of an expert attorney in this area. I chose to rely on John's many years of experience in the law and my personal knowledge of h...
John C Murphy's Lawyer Endorsements
"To say I endorse this lawyer would be the understatement of the century. Mr. Murphy is one of Florida's brightest attorneys, he cares about his clients, and has a genuine passion for the world around him. It has been amazing to learn from him as a young attorney. I highly endorse this attorney."
"John Murphy is an excellent attorney. I have always found him to be well prepared, commonsensical, and knowledgeable. Although the legal world is complex, Mr. Murphy is able to break down and simplify these issues so that everyone understands. Furthermore, as an Army veteran, he has unmatched integrity and his sense of duty always ensures that his clients receive the highest quality legal representation. I cannot recommend him enough."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.
Admonishment issued in FL, 2016
updated on 07/26/2016An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2008
Legion of Merit, US Army
2003
Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), US Army
2003
Bronze Star, US Army
1994
Master Parachutist Badge, US Army
1985
Combat Diver Badge, US Army
1984
Special Forces Tab, US Army
Work Experience
1982 - 2006
Managing Partner, Betten, Murphy & Weiss, P.A.
1979 - 2008
Special Forces Officer, US Army
Associations
2016 - Present
National Veterans Homeless SocietyBoard of Directors
2006 - Present
American Inns of CourtExecutive Board
1995 - Present
Military Officers Association of AmericaVarious
1989 - Present
US Supreme CourtAttorney
1983 - Present
Florida BarAttorney
Education
1982
University of Dayton School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
U of Rhode Island
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
United States Army War College
MS - Master of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
WMEL AM 1060
Prince dying without a Will
Publications
2007
Florida Law Weekly Supplement
Various Orders & Judgments
Languages
English