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David Michael Murphy
About David
Biography
Mr. Murphy have handled a wide variety of serious and high-profile criminal cases in New York City and Los Angeles. Mr. Murphy represents clients in criminal cases throughout the State of California and in Federal Courts throughout the United States. He handles all types of criminal cases including cases involving drugs charges, fraud, theft, homicide, assault, burglary, robbery, domestic violence, weapons charges, sex offenses, computer crimes, and DUI. Mr. Murphy also has extensive experience in defending individuals and organizations accused of committing white collar crimes such as embezzlement, insurance fraud, real estate fraud, wire fraud and RICO violations.
If you are under investigation or have been charged with a crime, contact Mr. Murphy as soon as possible for a free consultation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
25%
21 years
DUI and DWI
25%
21 years
Federal Crime
25%
21 years
White Collar Crime
25%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 18 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 20 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of David M. Murphy
1801 Century Park East, 24th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-2302
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David Michael Murphy's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 23 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Legal services for a DUI arrest
David is very diligent and thorough in his research. I didn’t think I have a chance to get the case dismissed, however, David’s attention to the details helped us find the grounds to file a motion to dismiss. The hearings in the court took much longer than we expected ( over 6 months). David was very...
Posted by Hector | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Engineer
David knows the law and he would tell you honestly if you have a chance or not, according with the legislation, to get your case solve in your favor. Otherwise I believe he will not take your case. He will take your case only if he knows with precision what to do and how the law and your conviction w...
Posted by anonymous | June 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Performance
David helped us tremendously. He obtained much better results than other lawyers were expecting for my son's case. Moreover, he was always, and continues to be available for any questions we may have. Undoubtedly, I would recommend David to anybody seeking a Criminal Law Professional
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
You’re in good hands
Hiring David was the best decision I could have made. In the 10 yrs ive known him he has taken care of my DUI case(s) and had them expunged from my record in order of crossing the Canadian boarder as an American. For a touring musician I couldnt Ask for a better attorney. He has also helped me majorl...
Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Client
I can't begin to explain how fantastic David is. He got me out of a huge legal issue that saved my life. I had a DUI charge removed completely from my record in record time. I highly recommend David Murphy to anyone. Best lawyer in the business.
David Michael Murphy's Lawyer Endorsements
"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is skilled and well-respected in the community."
"David is a very bright and talented attorney. He is my go to person when my client's have criminal issues. I highly recommend this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Murphy is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse his services."
"I've had the pleasure of knowing David Murphy for over a year now. He is intelligent, very knowledgeable in his field of expertise, and skilled in his handling of professional and client relations. I would highly recommend him to any prospective client."
"Unquestionably competent, consistently conscientious, endlessly hardworking, always helpful, and highly dedicated, it is well-known this exceptional lawyer is an excellent trial attorney who is a tremendous asset to the Los Angeles DUI Defense Bar community. Any person in need who hires this superb attorney will know he or she is in capable hands. For a number of positive reasons, I am honored to endorse Mr. Murphy."
"David's vigorous advocacy and genuine concern for the well-being of his clients and his knowledge of the intricacies of the law make him an excellent choice. I would refer my friends, family and clients to David without hesitation."
"I have known David for over twenty years. He has dedicated his career to perfecting the art of criminal defense. He is hardworking, intelligent, and creative."
"I endorse this lawyer's work as David has successfully handled a broad range of criminal defense matters."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known David Murphy for over 5 years and have had the pleasure of working with him on a difficult and complex case where he demonstrated his skills in developing a unique and winning strategy for a client of my mine. I have referred him cases and respect and admire his work and recommend him without reservation. He is thoughtful and well reasoned in his approach to a clients problems and the research supporting his work product is excellent. Anyone who retains him or works with him will be pleased."
"David is my go-to lawyer for criminal defense referrals. He has the knowledge, personality, and creativeness to get the best result for defendants facing the loss of their liberty."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have the occasion to work with David Murphy regarding a sophisticated misappropriation of trade secrets case, and David demonstrated a quick grasp of the relevant factual and legal issues. David was quick to come up with some excellent practical legal solutions to the case and I would recommend without hesitation for all of your criminal defense needs."
"David Murphy is a truly talented criminal defense attorney. His sophisticated and practical approach consistently yields excellent results for his clients. I highly recommend David's work."
"David Murphy and I have known each other for nearly 8 years. In that time I have come to know David as an excellent attorney of the utmost candor and professionalism. If I had to recommend a criminal defense attorney to a friend for family member, I would recommend David. For these reasons, and more, I endorse David's work."
"I have known David for several years now and I can tell you that he is a very high quality defense attorney with vast knowledge and impeccable communication with his clients. He has quickly established himself as a prominent criminal lawyer in the community and is someone that I would, without any hesitation, refer a client to. He has my complete confidence."
"I met David at a recent event and was impressed with his intellect and presence."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Rising Star, California Super Lawyers
2014
Southern California Rising Stars, Southern California Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Rising Star, California Super Lawyers
2013
Southern California Rising Stars, Southern California Super Lawyers
2009
Board of Directors, Beverly Hills Bar Foundation
N/A
Admission to Practice, United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
N/A
Admission to Practice, United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
N/A
Admission to Practice, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
N/A
Admission to Practice, United States District Court for the Eastern District of California
N/A
Admission to Practice, United States District Court for the Central District of California
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Principal, Law Offices of David M. Murphy
2008 - Present
Associate, Salerno & Associates
2006 - 2007
Associate, Gray & Prouty
2004 - 2005
Associate, Gould Reimer Walsh Goffin Cohn
2002 - 2004
, Law Offices of Frederick H. Cohn
Associations
2014 - Present
TEN - The Esquire NetworkMember
2011 - Present
ProvisorsMember
2009 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar FoundationSecretary
2008 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Lambda Chi Alpha FraternityMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Client
dismissed
people v. client
Client received no jail time
people v. client
Client received no jail time
Client arrested for domestic violence
no charges filed
US v. Client
No charges filed
People v. Client
no charges filed
People v. Client
client received 36 months
People v. Client
Probation
People v. Client
Probation
People v. Client
Case dismissed.
Client
No charges filed
Client
No charges filed
Client v. California Dept of Motor Vehicles
Client's Commercial License fully reinstated
People v. Client
Case dismissed against individual defendant.
Client
No charges filed
Client
No charges filed
People v. Client
Probation.
Client
No charges filed
Client
No charges filed
Client
No charges filed.
People v. Client
Case dismissed.
Client
No charges filed.
Education
N/A
Seton Hall Univ SOL
law
N/A
Indiana Univ
undergraduate
Publications
2009
Yahoo Sports
Floyd gave cash to Mayo handler
2009
Espn.com
Mayo investigations going strong
2009
Yahoo Sports
USC probe centers on control
2009
2009
LA Lawyer
Jailhouse Call
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
On probation for 2nd Dui, arrested for suspended license. Possible outcomes and is it possible to not get jail time?
19 Feb 2019
Q&A
Can I get a criminal record because of shoplifting?
22 Aug 2016
Q&A
Will i go to jail for missing my court date for driving on an expired license?
22 Aug 2016