Atty. Jonathan A. Murphy
Mr. Murphy sits on the Firm’s Executive Committee, is the chairman of the Firm’s Construction Law practice group, and is a member of the Firm’s Environmental, Insurance Brokers and Agents, and Litigation Practice Groups.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY
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About Jonathan A. Murphy at a Glance
Jonathan A. Murphy is a Partner based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Bleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, litigation, environmental, and insurance. Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1986) and Hobart College (B.A., 1982). Active member of Memberships •New York State Bar Association, Environmental and Trial Attorney Sections. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan A. Murphy
- Mr. Murphy sits on the Firm’s Executive Committee, is the chairman of the Firm’s Construction Law practice group, and is a member of the Firm’s Environmental, Insurance Brokers and Agents, and Litigation Practice Groups
- He is an experienced trial attorney who has successfully obtained favorable jury verdicts in complex, high exposure cases
- He is also an experienced and skilled advisor to clients on environmental and construction matters
- His environmental clients include multinational manufacturers, construction companies, developers, property owners, major oil companies, local petroleum vendors, UST manufacturers, chemical distributors, dry cleaning companies, and other trades and businesses
- Mr. Murphy handles environmental matters for both corporate and insurance clients, in litigated claims as well as direct administrative regulatory and enforcement proceedings with federal, state, county and local environmental agencies
- He counsels clients on environmental risks, property acquisition due diligence, enforcement implications and regulatory requirements in a variety of business and transactional settings
- His substantive areas of practice include CERCLA/RCRA,TSCA, CWA, New York’s Navigation Law, Wetlands, Part 360 Landfilling issues and other environmental and regulatory enforcement exposures
- In the construction arena, Mr. Murphy represents construction clients (owners, hospitals, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals) - both as claimants and respondents - in litigation, at trial, and in arbitrations on controversies ranging from mechanics lien issues, construction defect claims and delay damages to wrongful termination and payment disputes
- He regularly drafts and negotiates contracts for clients involved in private and government projects and provides legal guidance throughout a project’s life
- Mr. Murphy also represents insurance brokers in disciplinary hearings before the New York State Department of Financial Services and the NYAIP, representing brokers at audits when charged with various violations, and in administrative hearings and appeals from same
- Professional Recognition and Community Involvement •Pro Bono Partnership •New York State Bar Association, lecturer on trial practice and civil litigation •Presenter for current environmental topics at national trade associations
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan A. Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan A. Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Personal Injury in White Plains
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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Construction Law in White Plains
Jonathan A. Murphy is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in White Plains
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Jonathan A. Murphy is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Environmental Law in White Plains
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Jonathan A. Murphy is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New York →
Insurance Law in White Plains
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in White Plains are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a White Plains-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 White Plains Choose Jonathan A. 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 Jonathan A. Murphy's practice in the field of personal injury, construction, litigation, environmental, and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, construction, and litigation, Jonathan A. Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Jonathan A. 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 Jonathan A. Murphy Handles in White Plains
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jonathan A. Murphy has experience with under New York 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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