John William Murphy

Michael Tasker

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Seattle Mariners manager, Lloyd McLendon, made the following comment about Derek Jeter, who is retiring at the end of he season, on the occasion of the 06/10/14 New York Yankees visit to Safeco Field. "For me, for the last 20 years, Derek Jeter has been everything that is right about the game of baseball....I think he is a class act." This quote well describes John Murphy. John is everything that is right about the practice of law and he definitely is a class act! As a practicing attorney in Bellingham for the past 30 years, I have co-counseled with John and have had contentious cases against John. I have been impressed with his breadth of legal knowledge and have sought his counsel on numerous occasions. He is a tireless worker, tenacious, down to earth and is ethical to a fault. He is always totally prepared and has been highly successful in the courtroom as well as in negotiations outside the courtroom. To repeat, John Murphy is a class act and it is my pleasure to endorse him."

David Lowell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I consider John Murphy, without a doubt, the top criminal defense attorney in our region (Snohomish County to Canada). John has tremendous energy, passion, experience and street smarts. John has handled some huge cases and deals with pressure very well. He is a street fighter but also a caring gentleman. For us younger (or semi-younger) members of the bar, John is a fine inspiration. In the past, John was always available to give me guidance on certain cases (and in some instances, was even willing to meet with them). I strongly endorse this lawyer."

Dean Brett

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. After trying cases against John, and trying cases with John, I remembered the old adage, "If you can't beat 'em, join 'em." That's when I asked John to join me at Brett Murphy."

Steven Knapp

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Murphy is truly an exceptional attorney. His diverse background and extensive litigation experience give him an edge on all of his cases. John is a down-to-earth guy who is brilliant and creative and thinks outside of the box to get the best results he can for his clients."

David Brown

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Simply can't say enough about John. He is an exceptional lawyer, a true lawyer's lawyer who puts his clients first in every case he takes on. I would not hesitate to recommend John to anyone who need help."

Donald Bisagna

Litigation lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and tried cases with and against John Murphy for 30 years. No one works harder or gets better results for a client than John. No client could have a better criminal or personal injury lawyer than John. Good luck follows on the heels of hard work and John is an example of that vision. John cares for his clients well being and he does everything to protect them. Don"

Amy Robinson

Litigation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I am honored to endorse this lawyer. I have both worked with John Murphy as co-counsel in a number of matters, and appeared against him in court. His reputation as a top notch litigator precedes him, and once you have an opportunity to work with him you quickly understand why. He is an incredibly formidable opponent, a thoughtful and articulate advocate, and the consummate professional. If I were ever personally in need of representation, quite simply, I would want John in my corner."

Eugene Moses

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Murphy is what I refer to as a “Lawyer’s Lawyer.” My family and my staff are well aware that John Murphy is my lawyer and is our law firm’s lawyer. In the 34 years that I have practiced law I have had cases with and against John Murphy. One cannot put John Murphy in a “Practice Category” as John is one of those rare lawyers that can handle any type of case competently. It makes no difference whether the case involves plaintiff/personal injury, defense/personal injury, real property or corporate law. A client can always, I repeat always, count on John to be totally prepared and formidable in the Court Room. John has the highest ethics of any lawyer I practice with. John has recently aligned his practice with another firm. The new firm is a “powerhouse” of lawyers with demonstrated success."

Michael Brodsky

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John first came to my attention by the enormous respect he had from other lawyers in the community who I respected enormously. To me, there can be no better endorsement than the universal respect of your peers. And John has that in spades. He is skilled and knowledgeable, understanding, yet forceful when necessary. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone."