Stephen Robert Murphy

Stephen Robert Murphy

also known as Stephen R. Murphy CLS-F

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 41 years

Family 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

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Posted by Nate R | July 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

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 Julie M. | May 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Setting the Bar in Family Law Case Excellence

Like some marital dissolutions, my case was somewhat complicated from the start – not from a simple divisions of assets, but on an emotional level where, I knew I could easily be coerced by my spouse into making lifelong decisions that were not in my best interest. I needed a "savvy, top-gun” attorne...y in my corner … a true master of the profession with unparalleled Family Law case expertise… brilliant both in and out of the courtroom, a legal advocate that commands respect and gives it, a person of integrity, undaunted by the entrenched psychological contingent I was facing. So when a friend who comes from a long-line of accomplished, prestigious lawyers, personally referred me to Stephen R. Murphy, CLS-F, of the Law Offices of Beatrice L. Snider APC, I knew I was in good hands. At our first appointment, Mr. Murphy introduced me to the other gifted professionals devoted to my case … Laura Romero, Paralegal Extraordinaire and the talented Rachel Edwards, Esquire Exceptional. They immediately began working on my case, with the utmost professionalism, due diligence and a caring demeanor. I was kept informed and involved in the process. Any questions I had along the way were welcomed, and everything was taken care of with expert precision. I was able to remain calm and feel safe even in the most contentious situations throughout this difficult process. The Law Offices of Beatrice L. Snider APC is a firm of complete integrity that has gathered together this team of remarkable professionals who demonstrate the highest of ethical standards. Mr. Murphy, along with Ms. Edwards and Ms. Romero are unquestionably the "gold-standard" of Family Law Case legal teams. I am confident that no other firm could have successfully navigated all of the high conflict, challenging elements that arose which Mr. Murphy and his team of specialists managed with ease. He reassured me that my life could be normal again and I am certain Mr. Murphy, Ms. Edwards and Ms. Romero were the deciding factors in this becoming a reality. There are not enough "stars" available in a review format to express the remarkable gifts and positive outcome you experience when you are represented by this uniquely talented team of legal professionals who have set the bar for excellence in the Family Law case arena. I consider it a privilege to be counted as one of the many fortunate clients who are beyond grateful to have been represented by these special people. Julie M.

Posted by Dr. Mark | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Help is a Trying Time

Family Law involves dealing with the worst things that can happen to you when Life has you in a tailspin. Advice at this time, legal or emotional has to be sensitive to your reality and given with your personal best interests at heart. Laura Prandini and Stephen R. Murphy at the Law office offices ...of Beatrice L Snider, are the two advocates you can count on during this difficult time. I's highly recommend them to individuals looking to make for help in this challenging time in your life.

Posted by Yuki | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

I'm glad to have him on my side.

My child's well being and stability was everything to me, and when I hired Mr. Murphy, I instantly felt and knew he understood that. Steve is extremely knowledgeable on the law and very strategic with his cases. The more and more trust I put into him and his firm throughout my case. He truly cares ab...out his clients and fights for what is important to them." Thank you.

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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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