Atty. Helen D Murphy

Atty. Helen D Murphy

Helen D Murphy is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 1 other area of law. Helen received a B.A. degree from Immaculata College in 1973, and has been licensed for 40 years.

New Haven New Haven 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Helen D Murphy at a glance

Helen D Murphy is a Member based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Murphy & Nugent, LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, and adr. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1986) and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1988). Educated at Quinnipiac College School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Immaculata College (B.A. Southern, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Helen D Murphy is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 1 other area of law
  • Helen received a B.A. degree from Immaculata College in 1973, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Helen practices at Murphy & Nugent, LLC in New Haven, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Helen D Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Helen D Murphy is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Connecticut →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Helen D Murphy is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Connecticut →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Helen D Murphy is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Haven are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Helen D Murphy

Where is Helen D Murphy's law office located?
Helen D Murphy's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Murphy & Nugent, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Helen D Murphy handle?
Helen D Murphy focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Helen D Murphy practiced law?
Helen D Murphy has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Helen D Murphy go to law school?
Helen D Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. Southern, 1973).
How can I contact Helen D Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact Helen D Murphy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Helen D Murphy received?
Helen D Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Quinnipiac College School of Law
- 1986
B.A. Southern
Immaculata College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1988

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