Atty. J. Kevin Murphy

Atty. J. Kevin Murphy

Law Clerk, Hon. Pamela T.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (385) 508-4121 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. Kevin Murphy at a glance

J. Kevin Murphy is an Of Counsel based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Epperson & Owens, Attorneys at Law. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Utah (1990), U.S. District Court, District of Utah (1990), U.S. Supreme Court (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1994). Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1990) and Carleton College (B.A. University, 1974). Active member of Salt Lake County, Federal and American Bar Associations Utah State Bar. Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Law Clerk, Hon. Pamela T. Greenwood, Utah Court of Appeals, 1990-1991
  • Registered Nurse, 1980-1987

Co-Author

  • with E. Firnage and M. Duncan, "The Shandies, Symbolic Speech and the Public Forums," 1990 Utah L. Rev. 503
  • Adjunct Professor, Criminal Process, S.J
  • Quinney College of Law, University of Utah, 2000-2004
  • Presenter, Mental Health Issues in Criminal Law, Department of Psychiatry, University of Utah School of Medicine, 2003

Member

  • Board of Trustees, Utah Disability Law Center, 2005—
  • Board of Directors, The Utah Nordic Alliance, 2000-2002
  • Assistant Attorney General, State of Utah, Criminal Appeals, 1991-1996
  • Deputy District Attorney, Salt Lake County, Utah, Criminal and Juvenile Delinquency Prosecution, 1996-2003
  • U.S
  • Supreme Court

Practice Areas Explained

J. Kevin Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Kevin Murphy

Where is J. Kevin Murphy's law office located?
J. Kevin Murphy's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is Epperson & Owens, Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Kevin Murphy handle?
J. Kevin Murphy focuses on criminal defense, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has J. Kevin Murphy practiced law?
J. Kevin Murphy has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did J. Kevin Murphy go to law school?
J. Kevin Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact J. Kevin Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Utah
- 1990
B.A. University
Carleton College
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of Utah
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
Oregon
Admitted: 2003
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2004

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