Margaret P. Murphy

Margaret P. Murphy

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 24 years

Child custody Lawyer at Brentwood, MO
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Child Support

2652 Melvin Avenue, Brentwood, MO

About Margaret

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Child Custody 40%

25 years | 40 cases

40%
Child Support 30%

25 years | 30 cases

30%
Family 30%

Divorce

25 years | 30 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 24 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Margaret P. Murphy, LLC

2652 Melvin Avenue, Brentwood, MO, 63114

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Margaret P. Murphy's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brandie | May 4, 2013

Highly Recommend Molly

Molly is a very knowledgeable attorney who keeps me informed on the status of my case and opposing counsel and is very responsive to my questions, emails and phone calls. She is a caring individual who makes my child's wellbeing and care a top priority, always listening to my concerns and taking acti...on as necessary. Molly explains all hearings, filings, etc. so I understand the court process. She is always well prepared for hearings and opposing counsel meetings. After working with three other attorneys, I trust Molly is the best lawyer to handle my child custody case and trial.

Posted by anonymous | July 5, 2012

I highly recommend Ms. Murphy

I am a current client of Ms. Murphy. She is an excellent attorney. She has been very patient and caring throughout handling my case, and she is very knowledgeable and experienced.

Posted by Brendan | June 18, 2012

Always kept me up to date

I hired Molly Murphy because my ex kept pushing for more child custody and support. Molly was always available to talk to me or update me. If you have to go to court and go through a lot of court dates, you want Molly on your team. She knew everyone at the courthouse, including the Judge. I ended... up with more time with my kids and less child support.

Posted by Amy | June 17, 2012

Fantastic lawyer!

Ms. Murphy handled my divorce, including the custody of my child. She was extremely knowledgeable and caring through this difficult time for us, and truely shaped the successful recovery of my little family through her work.

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Margaret P. Murphy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Munro

Family lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Leigh Carson

Family lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Molly is an excellent family law attorney: she is smart, knows the law, knows when to negotiate and when to go to trial. She is compassionate and well-respected by colleagues and judges alike. I wish she was still on my team!"

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Jay Galmiche

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Molly was the opposing attorney in a dissolution of Marriage trail. She is an excellent trail attorney. Molly is a very strong advocate for her clients."

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Jeffrey Heater

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have litigated several cases with Molly and can honestly say she is a pleasure to work with but also a tough advocate for her client at the same time. She is smart, prepared, and knowledgeable. I would recommend her to anyone with a family law issue."

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C. Coulter

Family lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amy Spector

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joan Coulter

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly Garrett

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Schellert

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Molly is a great family law attorney, who works hard to achieve her client's goals."

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Philip Eckelkamp

Unknown lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Irene Costas

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Molly is a great family law attorney, who works hard to achieve her client's goals."

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Sarah Wittrock

Family lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Molly Murphy is a solid choice for a family law attorney. From the commencement of each case, she works closely with her clients to formulate a plan of action specifically tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. She then works tirelessly to achieve those objectives in the most strategic way possible. Molly is responsive and attentive and forms strong relationships with her clients based on effective communication and trust. Molly's experience, confidence, knowledge of family law, and her sincere care for her clients are all qualities that make her an excellent attorney."

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Brenda Stacey

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Piper

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Molly on cases involving difficult custody matters. Molly is knowledgable, understanding and patient. She knows the law well and is willing to fight for her clients rights. I Recommend Molly for all domestic and custody matters."

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Juvenile and Circuit Court, Licensed Guardian ad Litem

2012

Volunteer, St. Louis County Domestic Violence court

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Margaret P. Murphy, LLC

2012 - 2012

Guardian ad Litem, St. Louis County Domestic Violence Court

2011 - 2012

Senior Attorney, Stange Law Firm, LLC

2010 - 2011

Associate Attorney, The Lowry Law Firm

2008 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Cordell & Cordell

Associations

2014 - Present

Daughters of the American Revolution

Member

2014 - Present

American Association of Mediators

member

2014 - Present

AFCC

member

2013 - Present

St. Louis County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Missouri Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

Belleramine Speech

Judge

2009 - Present

Women Lawyers Association of Jefferson County

member

2003 - Present

St. Mary Magdalen-Brentwood

parishioner

2001 - Present

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

Member

2001 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2006

Mother of Twins Club-Greater St. Louis

Member

Education

2001

The University of Missouri-Columbia

Juris Doctor

1998

University of Tulsa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

None

None

Publications

2010

Cordell & Cordell website Grandparent's Rights in Missouri

Languages

English

Activity

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