Michael F. Torphy

Michael F. Torphy

4.5
Rating: 5.6

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Delafield, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice

Riverwood Drive, Ste 350, Delafield, WI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

33 years | 700 cases

60%
General Practice 40%

33 years | 600 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-300 per hour

Contingency

20%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 33 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1992

Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020

Location

Law Offices of Michael F. Torphy

Riverwood Drive, Ste 350, Delafield, WI, 53188

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Michael F. Torphy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

Posted by Rasheed | September 12, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Persistent and well educated lawyer

Amazingly he got all my charges dropped. Highly recommended. He fought for my freedom and recommend the best steps to do it.

Posted by Keshia | July 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Grateful client.

I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Torphy back in 2019. I actually needed a criminal defense lawyer for my nephew. Although an appeal can be very pricey, Mike worked with myself and my family and he gave us a price we could afford to pay. So, not only did he look out for us on the financial aspect he... also represented my nephew as though he'd received a million dollars! He's very understanding he keeps me informed of what's going on with the legal aspect and he has done everything in his power as an attorney to insure us that my nephew is receiving the best legal help he can get. I am very grateful to Mr. Torphy for all of his hardworking and dedication he put into my nephews case. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!! Mike Torphy is the absolute best!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Never answered or returned any calls or messages once he took my money

He will take your money and never return any messages or calls. He will show up late to court cases and not even let you know. Please look elsewhere for an attorney. He doesn’t care that your life and reputation is on the line once he has your money

Posted by John & Barb | May 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Husband and Wife

We hired Mike Torphy to sell one of our homes to our son. The experience was smooth and he was patient, got back to us when we called or emailed and explained everything along the way. He was able to close for us inside 30 days which was a plus. We recommend Mike to anyone who needs a good attorney!...! IF anyone wants to call us for a recommendation Mike, feel free to give them our number! Thanks Mike!! John & Barb

Michael Torphy

Replied last December 12, 2018

Barb and John, you were great people to work with. I appreciated your recommendation alot!

Posted by Leah | November 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, knowledgeable and reliable lawyer.

I had the privilege of working with Michael Torphy for a DUI case. I can say many wonderful things about him and would definitely recommend him to anyone needing legal counsel. The following are just a few of his attributes and qualities: *He is very organized and has impeccable memory in regards to... the details​ of the case. *He is well known and highly esteemed in the courts and among his colleagues. *Mr. Torphy carries himself in a very professional manner and he is well versed in laws, statutes and the fine lines of the judicial system. *He has many years and cases of experience. *He is trustworthy and reliable, he keeps his word. *It is very evident that Mr. Torphy genuinely cares for his clients and often goes above and beyond his duties as a lawyer. He would often call me just to see how I was doing and if there was anything he could do for me. * He is non-human tall as it pertains to the charges at hand. He is respectful and approaches his cases in a matter of fact way. * He is honest and realistic about the probable and possible outcomes of each hearing and trial. *He is affordable and fair as it pertains to his fees. He does not tack on extra charges. *He is prompt in returning his phone calls, and if he is unable to make them himself, he makes sure that a member of his staff gets back with an answer or update. My experience with him was top notch. Like I said, I would recommend him to anyone needing legal counsel.

Michael Torphy

Replied last December 12, 2018

Leah, Your review case was challenging and I thank you for your kind words. A positive review is the best advertising I could ask for.

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Experience

Rating:  5.6 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.

Public Reprimand issued in WI, 2020

updated on 03/10/2021

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

1989

Shaw Scholar, University of Wisconsin School of Law

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Michael F. Torphy

2010 - 2014

Adjunct Professor, Marquette Law School

1991 - 1992

Extern, Judge John L. Coffee

Associations

1992 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

City of Kenosha v. Tower; 09 AP 1957

Reversal of trial court decision

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Education

1992

University of Wisconsin

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Wisconsin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Activity

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