Atty. J Lee Murphy

Atty. J Lee Murphy

J Lee Murphy is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, trusts and estates and 3 other areas of law. J received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1954, and has been licensed for 66 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 66 yrs experience 66 year
Call (269) 492-7524 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J Lee Murphy at a glance

J Lee Murphy is an Attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Miller Johnson. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1960). Educated at University of Michigan (LL.B., 1959) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J Lee Murphy is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, trusts and estates and 3 other areas of law
  • J received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1954, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • J practices at Miller Johnson in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

J Lee Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

J Lee Murphy is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Michigan →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

J Lee Murphy is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

J Lee Murphy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

J Lee Murphy is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →

Mergers & Acquisitions

J Lee Murphy is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

Looking for additional Michigan attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Grand Rapids or all attorneys in Michigan.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about J Lee Murphy

Where is J Lee Murphy's law office located?
J Lee Murphy's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Miller Johnson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Lee Murphy handle?
J Lee Murphy focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has J Lee Murphy practiced law?
J Lee Murphy has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did J Lee Murphy go to law school?
J Lee Murphy earned their education at (LL.B., 1959); (B.B.A., 1954).
How can I contact J Lee Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact J Lee 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 J Lee Murphy received?
J Lee Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Michigan
- 1959
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1960

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.