Daniel J Murphy Jr

Daniel J Murphy Jr

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 22 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Federal Crime

506 s. 11th St., Tacoma, WA

About Daniel

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 40%

Aggressive Representation Tailored To Your DUI/DWI Case. Years of Trusted Experience serving King, Pierce, & Thurston Counties and Cities. Call 24/7 for free consolutation Flate Rates & Payment Plans We Handle BOTH the Dept. of Licensing Hearing and the Court Hearings to preserve your License and Keep you out of jail and free at a reasonable cost.

23 years

40%
Criminal Defense 25%

Aggressive Representation tailored To Your Specific Criminal Charge. HUNDREDS OF CRIMINAL CASES DISMISSED, REDUCED AND TRIED. Years of Trusted Experience Affordable Flat Fee Rates Felony Gross Misdemeanor Misdemeanor

23 years

25%
Personal Injury 25%

We fight to get all the compensation you deserve! Years of Trusted Experience / Years of Just Results Hundreds of Cases Settled for Millions! Auto Accidents Car Accidents Trucking Accidents Commercial Vehicle Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Boating Accidents Construction Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Bicycle Accidents Dog Bite Products Liability Premise Liability Personal Injuries Property Damage Homeowner’s Insurance Car Insurance

23 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-33%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 22 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Murphy's Law Offices

506 s. 11th St., Tacoma, WA, 98402

Murphy's Law Offices

421, Greenacres, WA, 99016

Murphy's Law Offices

33515 10th Place South, #17, Federal Way, WA, 98063

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Daniel J Murphy Jr's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Abel R. | April 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thanks for prioritizing me as a client and doing everything in your power to help me win my case.

Daniel Murphy I want to thank you for doing such a great job representing me. It was a stressful situation but you were always there. You fought extremely hard for me and I am very pleased with the outcome. I received more than I expected. You are truly a blessing and I can't thank you enough. My dee...pest appreciation for just being a phone call or email away every time I needed advice and providing me with a direct and concise response.

Posted by siwi | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Cash Seizure/Forfeiture case win

Daniel Murphy of Murphy's Law Offices, is a very professional competent lawyer that won for me. He won my cash seizure/ forfeiture case when the government unlawfully took my money at the airport. He handles himself extremely well in Court battling the government. I would not hesitate to us his servi...ces again concerning any legal matter. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.

Posted by Jesse | September 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

DUI

He made things super easy to deal with. I had full confidence that he had my best interest in mind.

Posted by Courtney | July 2, 2015

Daniel Murphy is AMAZING!

I can't put into words how amazing this man is. He is not only a great lawyer, but he honestly cares about his clients and will go out of his way to help you. I moved to Texas in the middle of my case, and twice he went out of his way to take care of some issues that came up that I couldn't handle my...self. He also took care of a traffic ticket I had, getting it completely dismissed when it wasn't even what I hired him for! The case I did hire him for got dismissed as well, saving my career and future! He is the best!!

Posted by Courtney | January 27, 2014

Cases Dismissed!

Daniel Murphy has been an outstanding lawyer for me. After getting into a legal issue that I am not proud of, I made a few inquiries online to some attorneys in the Tacoma area. Daniel was the only one to actually follow up and contact me. The situation I was in was a first for me, I had no idea what... to do and was completely embarrassed. Daniel was so easy to talk to, was understanding, and never judgmental. It was obvious to me from our very first meeting that he would do everything in his power to help me. Daniel was always available to answer any questions I had, and always explained everything that was going to happen. What surprised me the most about him was how much he cares about his clients. Not only did he get my case completely dismissed, but he even volunteered to help me with two separate traffic violations completely unrelated, and ended up taking the time out of his busy schedule to come to my court date and get those dropped as well, saving me over $1000 in tickets that day. Not only is he an amazing lawyer, but I now consider him a friend. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

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Daniel J Murphy Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Martha Mclaughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an exceptional attorney who cares about his clients and fights to get them the best possible result. He is always courteous and helpful to colleagues and it's always a pleasure to see him in court."

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Barry Wallis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan Murphy is a highly respected attorney in the legal community. Intelligent, driven and well versed in the law. With his office just a block from the courthouse in Tacoma he is very well situated to take very good care of his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Daniel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Keith Hall

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan Murphy is a powerful advocate for his clients, who has a firm grasp of relevant legal issues, and a persuasive manner. Most importantly he is an attorney with integrity, I endorse Dan Murphy."

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Kent Underwood

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart, personable, effective. I highly recommend Daniel."

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Ruchi Thaker

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Other

"Daniel is a great lawyer! I had the pleasure of handling a case that he referred to me in the past for an immigration matter. Daniel is honest, thorough, and is always looking out for the best interest of his clients. I highly recommend him!"

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Michael Morgan

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan Murphy appeared in front of me several times when I was a Municipal Court Judge. He always came to court prepared and was an effective advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend Dan to anyone needing zealous representation on a criminal case."

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Gerald Sprute

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a competent, personable attorney who leaves no stone unturned in representing his clients."

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Michael Malaier

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dan is an excellent, thorough, and aggressive advoate for his clients. He and I have served as counsel for co-defendants and his work ethic is outstanding."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Lead Counsel Rated Personal Injury, Thomson Reuters

2017

Lead Counsel Rated DUI, Thomson Reuters

2017

Lead Counsel Rated Criminal Defense, Thomson Reuters

2016

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2016

Best Attorneys 2016, Federal Way Mirror Newspaper

2016

Lead Counsel Rated Criminal Defense, Thomson Reuters

2016

Lead Counsel Rated DUI, Thomson Reuters

2016

Lead Counsel Rated Personal Injury, Thomson Reuters

2015

Premier Attorney, National Academy of Jurisprudence

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2015

Premier Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2011

Pro Bono Publico Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

2010

Pro Bono Publico Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

2009

Pro Bono Publico Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

2008

Pro Bono Publico Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

2007

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2006

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2005

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2004

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Murphy's Law Offices

2002 - 2003

Rule 9 Intern, Law Offices of William J. Murphy

2000 - 2002

Legal Intern, Federal Public Defender Office Northern District of New York

1999 - 2002

Legal Intern/Insurance Coordinator, Fair Housing Council of Central New York

1998 - 1998

Academic Legal Intern, State of Colorado Public Defender Office

1997 - 1999

Research Assistant, University of Denver Political Science

Associations

2016 - Present

Washington State Association for Justice

Eagle Member

2008 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2005 - Present

American Civil Liberties Union

Member

2004 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2004 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2004 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

2003 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

South King County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Defective Products Liability

$2.2 Million

Auto Accident Case

$200,000.00

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Education

2002

Syracuse University College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1999

University of Denver

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Asset/Money Forfeiture

Police Asset/Money Forfeiture/Seizure

2002

Police Cadet Academy Program

Criminal Defense / Public Defender Presenter / Speaker

Languages

English

Activity

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