Atty. James Scott Murphy
James Scott Murphy is a lawyer practicing family, real estate, entertainment and 48 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from The Johns Hopkins University, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Entertainment & More Attorney · Serving East Hanover, NJ · 41+ Years Experience
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About James Scott Murphy at a Glance
James Scott Murphy is a Partner based in East Hanover, New Jersey, practicing at Garrity, Graham, Murphy, Garofalo & Flinn, P.C.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1985), U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of California (1985), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1994), and New Jersey (1996). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law J.D. (—) and The Johns Hopkins University B.A. Business The Johns Hopkins University B.A. with honors The Johns Hopkins University B.A. Political Science The Johns Hopkins University B.A. with honors The (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in East Hanover, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Scott Murphy
- James Scott Murphy is a lawyer practicing family, real estate, entertainment and 48 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from The Johns Hopkins University, and has been licensed for 41 years
- James practices at Garrity, Graham, Murphy, Garofalo & Flinn, P.C. in East Hanover, NJ
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James Scott Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Scott Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in East Hanover.
Personal Injury in East Hanover
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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Family Law in East Hanover
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in East Hanover
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James Scott Murphy is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New Jersey →
Business & Corporate Law in East Hanover
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in East Hanover
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in East Hanover
Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in East Hanover are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
East Hanover Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a East Hanover-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 East Hanover Choose James Scott 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 James Scott Murphy's practice in the field of personal injury, family law, employment, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Scott Murphy brings 41+ 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 California, U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of California, and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, James Scott Murphy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, family law, and employment, James Scott Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in East Hanover
A East Hanover-based practice means James Scott 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 James Scott Murphy Handles in East Hanover
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Scott Murphy has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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