Atty. Mark J. Murphy

Atty. Mark J. Murphy

Mark J. Murphy is a lawyer practicing disabilities, civil rights, litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark J. Murphy at a glance

Mark J. Murphy is a Dep. Exec. Dir. based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on ssd, poa, litigation, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983), New York (2013), and District of Columbia (2017). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1983) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark J. Murphy is a lawyer practicing disabilities, civil rights, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Mark practices in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark J. Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Mark J. Murphy is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Power of Attorney

Mark J. Murphy is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Mark J. Murphy is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Mark J. Murphy is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Mark J. Murphy is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark J. Murphy

Where is Mark J. Murphy's law office located?
Mark J. Murphy's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark J. Murphy handle?
Mark J. Murphy focuses on ssd, poa, litigation, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Mark J. Murphy practiced law?
Mark J. Murphy has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Mark J. Murphy go to law school?
Mark J. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Mark J. Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact Mark J. 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 Mark J. Murphy received?
Mark J. Murphy's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1983
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
New York
Admitted: 2013
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2017

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