Atty. Kerry L. Murphy

Atty. Kerry L. Murphy

Kerry L. Murphy practices at Murphy and Kilpatrick, P.A.

Columbia Columbia 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (839) 213-4028 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Kerry L. Murphy at a glance

Kerry L. Murphy is a Managing Partner based in Columbia, South Carolina, practicing at Murphy and Kilpatrick, P.A.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1999). Educated at University of South Carolina (J.D., 1999) and University of South Carolina (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Richland County Bar Association South Carolina Bar. Serands clients in Columbia, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Kerry L. Murphy practices at Murphy and Kilpatrick, P.A
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Practice Areas Explained

Kerry L. Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Kerry L. Murphy is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in South Carolina →

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.

Kerry L. Murphy is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in South Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Kerry L. Murphy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Kerry L. Murphy is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →

Tax Law

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

Kerry L. Murphy is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in South Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kerry L. Murphy

Where is Kerry L. Murphy's law office located?
Kerry L. Murphy's law practice is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The firm is Murphy and Kilpatrick, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kerry L. Murphy handle?
Kerry L. Murphy focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Kerry L. Murphy practiced law?
Kerry L. Murphy has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Kerry L. Murphy go to law school?
Kerry L. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Kerry L. Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact Kerry L. 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 Kerry L. Murphy received?
Kerry L. Murphy's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina
- 1999
B.A.
University of South Carolina
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 1999

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