Stephen Robert Murphy

Stephen Robert Murphy

also known as Stephen R. Murphy CLS-F

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 41 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +4 more

9663 Tierra Grande St Ste 301, San Diego, CA

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 20%

42 years

20%
Child Custody 15%

42 years

15%
Child Support 15%

42 years

15%
Alimony 10%

42 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 41 years

State: California

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Beatrice L. Snider, APC

9663 Tierra Grande St Ste 301, San Diego, CA, 92126-4571

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Stephen Robert Murphy's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (18)
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Posted by Brian | September 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend

Steve and his team of Hannah & Laura have been amazing- Its been the most difficult time of my life and their expertise has gotten me thru this. Not only does Steve know everything about Family law , he's also hyper aware of the financial and emotional toll this long legal process takes on his cli...ents. He's honest and transparent with the billing and with his legal strategies. High recommend Steve if you're ever in a family law legal nightmare.

Posted by Norma | November 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Service and Knowledge

Steve got my case settled quickly and efficiently. Have worked with him on more than one case, would recommend to anyone. Very knowledgeable and a lovely person. Laura his paralegal is a great compliment to Steve.

Posted by Nate R | July 1, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Steve Murphy Will Fight For You

Going through divorce is stressful, but I can tell you that Steve Murphy represented me over the course of nearly ten years and I can't imagine having navigated the courts without him. I cannot recommend him highly enough. He has fought and won all of the large battles and countless small ones resu...lting in me having nearly 100% physical custody of my two young boys. Steve Murphy is experienced, insightful, compassionate, and direct. And by "direct", I mean that he would let me know when I wanted to run down a path that we would most likely lose-- which saved me time and money.

Posted by Joey | May 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I highly recommend Steve and Laura!

I can not begin to express how appreciative I am for the level of service and support I have received from Steve Murphy and his outstanding paralegal, Laura Romero. Steve came highly recommended by a close friend of mine that was going through a very difficult divorce. I already heard about the mirac...les Steve and Laura pulled off in his case before I was even looking for representation for my own difficult divorce. My divorce went straight into the frying pan from day one with not only needing to retain Steve to represent me for my divorce but also for the nefarious restraining order my spouse filed. Not only did this pour gasoline on an already difficult situation, but it was also compounded by the fact my custody with my 15-month-old son was in severe jeopardy. Lucky for me, not only is Steve a seasoned family court veteran, but he has extensive criminal case experience that came in handy to defend my DVTRO. As you can imagine, this has been a terrifying time in my life, and I have only been able to keep my composure because of the phenomenal work Steve and Laura have done on my case. They have already won a few battles in my DVTRO and saved my custody with my son. We still have more battles to work through before the DVTRO is dropped and the divorce becomes final, but I have only been able to sleep better at night knowing I have Steve and Laura here to help me through this challenging time. If you want high-quality representation with a seasoned successful attorney, you are in great hands with Steve and Laura.

Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS FIRM

I cannot say enough about Mr. Murphy and Laura Romero. They, by far, exceeded my expectations in regards to my case. They were EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE in all aspects of my post judgement resolution. THANK YOU doesn't seem like enough...

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Stephen Robert Murphy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Claire Lightner

Family lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Dicks

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Stephen Murphy is one of the most dedicated attorney's I have ever known. Having worked with him for the past 25 years of my legal career, he demonstrates a passionate commitment to his career. He keeps up in current law by attending seminars, and he is a Board Certified Specialist in the area of family law. He is the kind of person I trust to do the correct thing with his integrity, reliability, fortitude, and hard work. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."

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Beatrice Snider

Family lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Beatrice L. Snider, APC

1900 - Present

Associate, Law Offices of Beatrice L. Snider, A.P.C.

1984 - 2013

Firm Owner, Law Offices of Stephen Murphy, APC

Associations

1994 - Present

Association of Certified Family Law Specialists

Member

1984 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

Irish American Bar Association

Member

San Diego Family Law Bar Association

Member

Education

1984

Western State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

Western State University, Fullerton

BS

Languages

English

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