Kevin C. Murphy

Licensing Attorney at San Diego, CA

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Licensing

95%

Representing licensed professionals in defending and/or securing professional licensure (disciplinary actions) before California and Nevada state licensing Boards/agencies.

16 years
Litigation

5%

Representing plaintiffs in civil lawsuits relating to personal injury, medical malpractice and business disputes.

17 years

PROTECTING YOUR LICENSE, REPUTATION, AND CAREER.

I work with my mother, and mentor, Kathleen Murphy Jones. She is an excellent legal advocate and has a medical background including thirteen (13) years of nursing practice prior to becoming an attorney. We routinely defend licensed professionals in disciplinary actions and represent them before state boards to assist clients in securing and protecting their licenses. Also, we maintain a litigation practice focusing on personal injury lawsuits.

My personal hobbies include surfing, basketball, hiking, yoga, cycling and swimming. I grew up in San Diego, Callifornia, and am an avid beach goer and nature enthusiast.

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Licensed for 15 years

State NV

Status Active

Acquired 2008

Updated 03/11/2023

State CA

Status Active

Acquired 2007

Updated 12/03/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Kevin Murphy

(619) 304-2996 Office

5575 Lake Park Way, Suite 218

Suite 1420

San Diego, CA, 91942

murphyjoneslaw.com

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Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2017

Knowledgeable, practical and professional

I highly recommend Kevin Murphy for legal work involving professional licenses. I myself am an experienced attorney who has practiced law in California for more than 3 decades. I was looking for help for my daughter who is seeking a professional license. Kevin got back to me immediately and gave us excellent and practical advice. He demonstrated competence, professionalism and empathy. I was very impressed.

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Posted by Dinah | March 7, 2018

Great advice!

I really appreciate that Kevin took the time to explain the B&P code. It was very helpful. He spent about 20 minutes with me, and I thought that was pretty generous of him to do so. He didn't try to rush me, nor did he interrupt me while I was explaining my situation. If I decide to hire an attorney, Kevin would be it. Thanks again, Kevin.

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Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2022

Best outcome

Kevin Murphy and his staff asssted me in addressing an issue with my licencing board. Eveyone was thorough and professional and the prolem was solved with the best outcome in my favor. I highly recommend their law services. CB

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2022

Extremely Happy with the outcome!

I am extremely happy and grateful that I had Kevin represent me for case. I don’t believe there could have been a better outcome. Kevin and his amazing team were tremendously knowledgeable in helping me understand how to navigate legal matters I knew nothing of. I did not feel judged for my mishaps and if I had questions, I always received prompt responses. Both Kevin and Kim worked to help me get the best possible outcome and words can’t express how thankful I am!

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Posted by ACD | May 18, 2021

The Best

Kevin and his staff was a dream team for my BRN case. They were very up front, knowledgeable, and first class professionals. They cleared my investigation and after working with them, I’m confident they were the only ones that have the skill and competency to get the outcome I had. Thank you so much for representing nurses!

Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2021

The Perfect Lawyer

I am a practicing nurse practitioner that had a case involving the BRN. After the BRN investigation, my case escalated to the BRN Disciplinary Unit, and finally to the attorney general for possible formal disciplinary action leading up to the absolute worst case scenario. In the end, the outcome Kevin was able to work out was beyond amazing. BRN closed my case - not even a citation. I am convinced that if I picked another lawyer, there was no way the case would have been finalized the way it did. He was so knowledgeable and strategic. He really fought for me. I also appreciated his honesty with all the good and the bad. My tip to my fellow medical colleagues - he is the only lawyer for licenses, don't waste your time and money with anyone else. In retrospect, I feel so lucky, unbelievably lucky, that he was my lawyer.

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Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2021

Thank you!

Kevin explained plainly and clearly exactly what I was dealing with regarding my license. He told me to take what the Board was offering otherwise I could open myself up to formal discipline. Kevin could have said fight, but he was very honest and direct and saved me from paying him for something I didn't need or want to be involved. I appreciate his honesty and spelling things out plainly to me.

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Posted by Michael | December 1, 2020

Outstanding Lawyer!

Thank you Mr. Murphy for everything you did to me. My situation was extremely hard and you were able to get the best outcomes to same my career. You have a great team. I really appreciate the help from Kim and Maxine. All my colleagues, friends and patients know that when I mention magician lawyer it is you! You are number one on the list of the attorneys I would refer if any of my collages are in a similar situación I had before. Best regards to all of you! Very truly Yours Dr. Milman Henderson, NV

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Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2020

Quite Surprised!

I just wanted to thank you and express my surprise and delight at how I was treated, as well as the way you handle your firm. After sending you a $3500 retainer, my situation developed and I changed my plans to seek reinstatement of my professional license. As has been my experience in the past with attorneys, I assumed I could kiss my retainer good bye. But to my pleasure and surprise, your firm actually charged the limited time you had spent reviewing my case, and refunded the balance of my retainer to me. It has been my experience that once the terms retainer and attorney are used in the same sentence, the money is gone regardless of whether or not a finger is lifted at all. You have proven to be both honest, honorable, and unique. Thank you for somewhat restoring my faith in your profession. However, anyone who has ever spent time dealing with our "just us" system knows that good faith and fair dealing in that arena is rare to extinct. For outsiders there is no Justice unless you buy it, and it does not come cheap. But these guys are a refreshing group in the law arena. God bless them and I will be back if I am ever in need of legal services again. Thank you and best wishes in the future.

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Posted by Travel Nurse | November 5, 2020

HONEST, professional, no hustle, transparent, knowledgeable

Im a travel nurse & a real person leaving a review. I had concerns about signing away my protections working Covid contracts. I spoke with Kevin Murphy on the phone for 30 minutes & he answered all my questions. He offered me superb advice on several travel nursing matters I have been concerned about in our industry this year and I can tell he genuinely cares. He took time to advise me and he did not charge me. He truly is a lawyer with integrity. I am leaving this review because I hope if you are in situation where you need a lawyer, you will read this and feel assured that you found the help you need. I believe he has this business in his bloodline, to look after professionals licenses, and I will hire this firm if I ever get in a pickle and I feel confident that if I ever need them I dont have to worry. They are all very nice in the office too. I spoke with Kim & Maxime. Just very friendly, patient, professional & easy to talk to people. Never rushed me, listened & gave honest and sound wisdom. Very happy & I feel safe knowing your firm is here if I ever need you =) Thank you

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Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2020

Very Helpful

Kim Birch was very helpful in answering a legal question in a timely manner.

Posted by Brian | September 23, 2020

GREAT COUNSELOR!

Kevin was on time, on point, and a professional! I highly recommend his services to anyone needing a quality attorney.

Posted by Michael | August 11, 2020

Tenacious and down to earth guy

I was in need of an administrative law attorney after receiving a BBS complaint due to a harassment complaint by a former employer of a few years ago. I was extremely worried about the situation and not sleeping due to many facts being distorted in a way that could have caused serious legal repercussions. Mr Murphy was referred to me by a friend and right away he stood out from the other lawyers I had spoken to. His fees were very reasonable and he was noticeably pissed off about how I had felt that this employer had retaliated against me and attacked my religious beliefs. Unlike other lawyers he wouldn't allow me to start thinking about the possibility of probation. He was confident in conveying his thoughts about potential disciplinary actions. He thought that at worst I could be looking at a Public Reprimand but that he thought he might be able to do even better than that. He also told me that no one called him when were going well and that he was very comfortable protecting people in high stake situations. Fortunately my case was dismissed without any disciplinary action within a few weeks. Mr Murphy always made himself available to me by phone within a few hours if I had questions and his staff was very professional. The case was resolved so quickly that Mr Murphy even refunded some of the money from the retainer. I found him to be a very honest and tenacious guy that you want on your side when your life is on the line. I hope I don't have to retain him again but I would not hesitate to if needed, or recommend him to any friends or colleagues.

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Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2020

Very Satisfied

I discussed a licensing matter with Mr. Kevin Murphy and his paralegal, Ms. Kim Burch. They were both very thorough in obtaining the background information regarding my issue and even pointed out that I didn't necessarily have to retain them just yet. I was able to handle the issue myself but I will certainly use them if I ever have the unfortunate need for legal services in the future. They were the ultimate in professionalism

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Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2020

Knowledgeable, helpful, friendly

I was referred to Kevin Murphy by another lawyer and struck gold. He provided an exceptionally helpful, free consultation and answered questions I did not even know I had. He is experienced in the most specific ways and is enthusiastic about his work. While I ultimately hope not to need his help, I wouldn't think to ask for anyone else's when it comes to my professional license.

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Posted by Melissa | November 4, 2019

They helped me navigate the nursing board, with a positive outcome. They were helpful, polite to work with, straight forward, and I was very happy with the results. I don’t plan to ever need legal counsel again, but if I do. i would call them.

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2019

best possible resolution

I highly recommend Kevin Murphy for legal help involving professional license. Very professional and knowledgeable My complicated case was closed with best possible resolution of the disciplinary action. Extremely pleased with services and outcome. Will definitely use this firm again.

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2019

Very helpful and informative!

Kevin was amazing and very knowledgeable about our case. My son was worried about the implications of a prior criminal offense on his license and credentialing paperwork. Kevin carefully guided us and pointed us in the right direction. I would highly recommend him as he is very seasoned in this area.

Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2019

Extremely professional and knowledgeable

Kevin and his team were there to help and guide me through the entire legal process. Can’t thank them enough.

Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2019

Surrender of my DC license

I want to express my deep gratitude to Kevin Murphy and his awesome assistant Kim Burch for making the litigation with the State Board of Chiropractic so non-stressful and efficient. I had been investigated and charged with practicing Chiropractic without a license by the State Board. This is after being away from my practice that I passed on to my daughter in 2015 when I went into a new phase of my life. I am now 70 yrs old which is hard to fathom. I am essentially "retired" . It was quite a shock to be presented with this level of stressful entanglement with the " Matrix/Government . A friend of mine referred me to his Lawyer who referred me to Kevin Murphy. Kevin is known for his expertise in dealing with matters such as this with the State Board. He immediately put me at ease as he communicated through his presence and confidence that all would be resolved. Even when I was presented with a court date for a trial he conveyed a depth of confidence that all is well. He and his super attentive and efficient assistant Kim Burch gave me clear understanding of what steps that I needed to take to facilitate the process. The outcome was effortless surrender of my License with no other complications ,fines etc.. They always paid attention to any questions or concerns that I expressed in a very personal and caring way. They fully resolved my issues with the Matrix so that I am free to be me. I am ever grateful..

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

President
Murphy Jones APC
2015 - Present

Partner
Murphy Jones LLP
2007 - Present

Associate
Morris, Sullivan & Lemkul LLP
2006 - 2007

Judicial Intern
Superior Court San Diego
2005 - 2005

Mediator
Superior Court of San Diego
2005 - 2005

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Education

California Western School of Law
Juris Doctor
2006

University of California - San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2003

Legal Cases

In RE: Conservatorship of Amanda Bray
Murphy secured a successful jury verdict, 10 - 2.

Associations

Red Boudreau Organizing Committee
Member
2015 - Present

St. Vincent de Paul of San Diego's Young Professionals
Member
2014 - Present

Irish Congress of Southern California
Member
2014 - Present

Irish American Bar Association of San Diego
Board of Directors
2014 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
Board of Directors
2013 - Present

San Diego Defense Lawyers Association
Member
2012 - Present

California Society for Health Care Attorneys
Member
2012 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
Member
2009 - Present

State Bar of Nevada
Member
2008 - Present

Clark County Bar Association
Member
2008 - Present

American Health Lawyers Association
Member
2008 - Present

American Association of Nurse Attorneys
Member
2008 - Present

State Bar of California
Member
2007 - Present

American Inns of Court
Associate
2007 - Present

Knights of Columbus
Member
2006 - Present

St. Thomas More Society
Member; President 2011 - 2012
2005 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association
Member
2003 - Present

American Bar Association
Member
2003 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association, New Lawyers Division
Board of Directors
2011 - 2014

San Diego County Bar Association, Law Practice Management & Marketing Committee
Co-chair
2010 - 2012

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Languages Spoken

English

Spanish

Honors and Awards

Top Attorneys in San Diego "Rising Stars!" (Administrative Law)
San Diego Magazine and Super Lawyers
2017

Best of the Bar
San Diego Business Journal
2016

Top Attorney - Municipal and Government
San Diego Daily Transcript
2015

Best of the Bar
San Diego Business Journal
2014

Dean's Honor List
California Western School of Law
2005

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Publications

Criminal Defense Newsletter, A Joint Publication of the San Diego Criminal Defense Bar Association and the Criminal Defense Lawyer’s Club
Attorney Generals Appearing at Bail Hearings in Effort to Restrict Defendants’ Professional Licenses Pursuant to Penal Code Section 23
2017

The Update, San Diego Defense Lawyers’ Quarterly Publication, (Spring 2013)
Options to Reduce Physician Shortages: Assessing Advanced Practice Nurses as Primary Caregivers.
2013

For the Record
Silence and the Suicidal Client.
2012

San Diego Lawyer Magazine
Why Mentor?
2012

San Diego Lawyer Magazine
Reaching New Clients.
2012

Vol. 15, No. 2, pgs. 1 – 6 (2012)
The Collateral Damage to Nursing Licenses Caused by Nursing Board Disciplinary Actions
2012

For the Record
Law & Medicine Section: Bringing Legal and Healthcare Professionals Together
2011

Journal of Nursing Law, Vol. 14, No. 3 & 4, pgs. 117 – 119 (2011)
Advanced Practice Nurses: Prime Candidates to Become Primary Caregivers in Relation to Increasing Physician Shortages Due to Health Care Reform
2011

For the Record
Finding Your Niche
2010

For the Record
On the Stand - Interview
2010

The Medical-Legal News
Is there a Nurse-Doctor in the House?
2010

Nurse Attorney Blog
DUI and Criminal Convictions’ effect on nursing licenses, and the duty to report to the State Board of Registered Nursing.
2009

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Speaking Engagements

Thomas Jefferson School of Law CLE Panel
The Grass is Always Greener on the Other Side: The Future of Legal Marijuana Licensing Regulations
2017

Law & Medicine Committee February Meeting
Hot Topics Before Licensing Agencies
2016

February 2012 Meeting
Nursing Discipline: Common Causes, Applicable Law, and RN License Defense Procedural Basics.
2012

Touro University, Nevada
Rights, Requirements and Responsibilities: Nurse Practice Acts.
2011

Association of Peri-Operative Nurses
Nevada Nurse Practice Act - License Discipline legal underpinnings and procedural processes.
2011

SDNAHN General Meeting, March 2010
Administrative Law: Occupational Licensing Defense
2010

Legal Issues in Nursing: Resolving the Mystery
Board of Registered Nursing: Friend or Foe?
2010

Fall Conference
Nursing Discipline: Process, Procedures & Pitfalls
2010

Cultural Diversity Conference
Protecting Your Medical License.
2010

Annual Meeting & Educational Conference
Healthcare Reform: Impact on Nursing.
2010

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Attorney endorsements

Received (21)

Given (16)

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Robert Marshall

Licensing Attorney | Dec 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Murphy does an excellent job of explaining complicated professional licensing issues in terms that non-lawyers can understand. He's definitely the kind of lawyer you want to guide you through a state agency's procedures and maximize your chance of getting the license you need to enter a better career, or to save the license you need to continue in your profession."

Michael Leonard

Litigation Attorney | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Murphy understands how valuable his clients’ careers are and does everything in his power to ensure that he represents their best interests. He is extremely experienced and professional and maintains focus when advocating for his clients. Mr. Murphy can be trusted and embodies a hardworking and goal-oriented personality."

H. Aalsberg

Licensing Attorney | Sep 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you need a licensing and Litigation Lawyer and live in California you can choose from many lawyers. But if you need to get the best advise, the best service and the best results you only have one choice Kevin C. Murphy. I endorse him!"

Susan Hartman

Licensing Attorney | Jul 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When I have a client that holds a professional license that may be in jeopardy due their drunk driving case, I recommend Mr. Murphy collaborate on the case to ensure the client's interest is also protected administratively. Mr. Murphy is always honest in his assessment of the case and what he can do to help minimize the penalties. I would definitely recommend him."

David Dastrup

Unknown Attorney | Jun 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Andrew Leventhal

Licensing Attorney | Jun 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Kevin Murphy since 1995. We also went to law school together. Kevin Murphy is one of the sharpest litigators in Southern California; he is genuine, friendly, intelligent, and clever. He has an uncanny sense of the important issues in each of his matters. That is why he is efficient and effective. I have personally watched Kevin Murphy work his tail off for his clients at his own home on a Saturday night. These are the reasons why he kills it in the courtroom. His record speaks for itself. He is a dedicated lawyer and I'd recommend him to anyone."

Nicole Boros

Litigation Attorney | Sep 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is extremely skilled in his area of law and committed to providing superior results to his clients."

Richard Spencer

Litigation Attorney | Aug 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is a skilled and dedicated lawyer who fights hard to get his clients the best results. He is an asset to the profession."

Kristen Roberts

Administrative law Attorney | Jan 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Tyler Campbell

Unknown Attorney | Jul 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Ryan Bright

Administrative law Attorney | Jul 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Tatiana Kadetskaya

Unknown Attorney | Jun 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Truly excellent lawyer. Well respected in the legal community."

Angela Chun

Personal injury Attorney | Jun 20
Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

Howard Roitman

Litigation Attorney | Mar 30
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Patrick Griffin

Administrative law Attorney | Aug 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin and his firm, Murphy Jones LLP, have a long history of success protecting the livelihood of medical professionals. The world of administrative law is extremely complex and Kevin is the perfect person to guide you through it. I highly recommend his services."

Jon Pettis

Unknown Attorney | Apr 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Richard Huver

Litigation Attorney | Apr 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin has burst on the scene as a confident, assertive and hard-working lawyer. He is co-chair with me this year for a committee on the San Diego County Bar Association. Kevin has hit the ground running, single-handedly pulling together successful seminars. He is quickly becoming a very visible member of our legal community and is destined for leadership roles."

Garrison Klueck

Medical malpractice Attorney | Apr 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is bright, personable and energetic. I know him because he is currently volunteering to serve as President of one of the religious Bar Associations. Knowing this suggests that Kevin takes the ethics of our profession very seriouisly. I have found Kevin to be very ethical and focused on professional and personal ethics."

Steven Elia

Administrative law Attorney | Apr 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I personally know Kevin to be a hard working lawyer who takes great pride in his work. He is passionate about getting results for his clients and goes out of his way to ensure they receive the best possible representation. His practice focuses primarily on administrative matters. This is where he excels. He is licensed in both Nevada and California and maintains offices in both states. I highly recommend Kevin."

William Concidine

Administrative law Attorney | Mar 31
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mr. Murphy for several years dating back to law school. In that time I have found Mr. Murphy to be a dedicated and devoted attorney who always puts his client's interest first. Mr. Murphy has spent years developing the specialized knowledge required to assist healthcare professionals in disciplinary actions in a way unmatched by other attorneys. I would strongly recommend Mr. Murphy for all your administrative legal needs."

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H. Aalsberg

Criminal defense

Susan Hartman

Criminal defense