Atty. Benjamin David Murphy
Ben Murphy, a DeSoto County native, has practiced law since 2007 and is licensed in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Arkansas. He earned his law degree from Ole Miss, with additional study in Hawaii.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Hernando, MS · 19+ Years Experience
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About Benjamin David Murphy at a Glance
Benjamin David Murphy is a Member based in Hernando, Mississippi, practicing at The Murphy Law Firm. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (2007), Tennessee (2007), and Arkansas (2007). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of Mississippi School of Law (B.B.A., 2004). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Hernando, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin David Murphy
- Ben Murphy, a DeSoto County native, has practiced law since 2007 and is licensed in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Arkansas
- He earned his law degree from Ole Miss, with additional study in Hawaii
- Ben currently serves as Desoto County Justice Court Judge for District 2, Public Defender for Southaven (since 2011), and Municipal Court Judge in Horn Lake (since 2017)
- He is also Vice-President of the DeSoto County Bar Association and a certified Guardian ad Litem
- A graduate of Leadership DeSoto and a member of Getwell Church, Ben and his wife, Misty, lead the church’s multi-generation Sunday school class
- They live in Southaven with their three children
- In his free time, Ben enjoys traveling, hunting, fishing, cooking, Ole Miss football, and spending time with family
Practice Areas Explained
Benjamin David Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin David Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hernando.
Probate in Hernando
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Personal Injury in Hernando
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Hernando
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Hernando
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hernando
Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hernando are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hernando Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hernando-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Hernando Choose Benjamin David Murphy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin David Murphy's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Benjamin David Murphy brings 19+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Mississippi, Tennessee, and Arkansas, Benjamin David Murphy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, personal injury, and criminal defense, Benjamin David Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hernando
A Hernando-based practice means Benjamin David Murphy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Benjamin David Murphy Handles in Hernando
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