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I have been a practicing lawyer since 1994 and have helped thousands of client with their legal problems. I have significant experience handle criminal cases in courts throughout Massachusetts and I enjoy helping people from all walks of life.
I am easy to contact and I return telephone calls and emails promptly. I am happy to answer any questions that you may have about your case so that you may better understand the process and what to expect going forward.
I believe that my skills as a cross-examiner at hearings and trials is an asset to my clients and I want you to put your trust in me to help you in your time in need.
Education
- New England Law | Boston
- J.D. (1994)
- Honors: Cum Laude
- University of Massachusettes
- B.A. (1990)
- Honors: Dean's List
Professional Experience
- Owner
- Law Office of Patrick J. Murphy
- - Current
Publications
Articles & Publications
- Commonwealth v. Demetrius Phifer
- Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts
- Commonwealth v. John Dibennedetto
- Supreme Judical Court of Massachusetts
Speaking Engagements
- Firearm Training, Basic Firearm Instruction for Attorneys
- 2013
Awards
- Client's Choice Award
- Avvo
Professional Associations
- National Rifle Association (N.R.A.)
- Member
- - Current
- Suffolk Lawyers for Justice
- Member
- - Current
- Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
- Member
- - Current
- Massachusetts Bar Association
- Member
- - Current
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Massachusetts
- United States Bankruptcy Court
- United States District Court, District of Massachusetts
Fees
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Free Consultation
I am happy to consult with you over the telephone, via email, or in person at my office. -
Credit Cards Accepted
We accept MasterCard, Visa, and American Express. I can also accept Venmo or Zelle.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
- DUI & DWI
Languages
- English
Legal Answers
- Q. Have been issued with a capias in boston mass. living outside the us but returning nxt week. should i get a lawyer?
- A: The short answer is yes. A capias is an arrest warrant issued by a judge on a court case. It is advisable to sit down with a lawyer to discuss all the facts concerning the underlying court case to determine if legal representation is warranted under the circumstances. The lawyer will be able to contact the court to arrange for you to turn yourself in to avoid the possibility of being taken into custody by the police or a constable. You may have been a witness in a case where you received a summons to appear in court but did not go. You may have been a party to a case and the judge could have ordered you to do something and you failed to do so. There are many reasons for the issuance of ... Read More
- Q. How does an inmate get released to attend a court hearing
- A: The inmate or his lawyer must contact the BMC and ask that a habe issue to the Billerica HOC so that he may attend the hearing date.
- Q. How can i modify a restraing order?
- A: The person that filed the request for the original restraining order may go to the court that issued the order and request that the judge modify it. Notice must be given to the other party unless their is an emergency. Even if you did not file the original request and had the order issued against you, you can still go to court and ask that it me modified upon giving notice to the other party.
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