Atty. Brian E. Murphy

Atty. Brian E. Murphy

Brian E. Murphy focuses his practice on criminal defense in the district, superior, and federal courts.

Worcester Worcester 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About Brian E. Murphy at a glance

Brian E. Murphy is a Partner based in Worcester, Massachusetts, practicing at Rudolf, Smith, Griffis & Ruggieri, LLP.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, and white collar. Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D. Honors, 2006) and College of the Holy Cross B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Worcester, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Brian E. Murphy focuses his practice on criminal defense in the district, superior, and federal courts
  • Mr. Murphy has spent his entire career focused on defending those accused of crime and advocating for them both in Court and in the various administrative proceedings that often accompany prosecutions
  • He primarily handles serious criminal matters with special focus on the following: • White collar offenses • Complicated sex offense accusations • Drunk driving allegations • Violent crime • Post-conviction and appellate advocacy • Select civil matters Mr. Murphy graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester and from Columbia Law School where he was a James Kent Scholar and the Editor-in-Chief of the Columbia Human Rights Law Review
  • Mr. Murphy is a member of the Boston Bar Association, the Massachusetts Bar Association, the Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Worcester County Bar Association
  • Past Employment Positions • Committee for Public Counsel Services • Todd and Weld LLP Professional Associations and Memberships • Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers • Massachusetts Bar Association • Boston Bar Association • Worcester County Bar Association • Federal Bar Association • Massachusetts Academy of Trial Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

Brian E. Murphy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian E. Murphy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Worcester are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian E. Murphy

Where is Brian E. Murphy's law office located?
Brian E. Murphy's law practice is located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The firm is Rudolf, Smith, Griffis & Ruggieri, LLP.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian E. Murphy handle?
Brian E. Murphy focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Brian E. Murphy practiced law?
Brian E. Murphy has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Brian E. Murphy go to law school?
Brian E. Murphy earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 2006); (—).
How can I contact Brian E. Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Brian E. Murphy received?
Brian E. Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Honors
Columbia Law School
- 2006
College of the Holy Cross B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

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