Atty. Matthew D. Murphy
Matt grew up in Rapid City, South Dakota and then attended the University of South Dakota for both undergraduate studies and law school. During his undergraduate time, he played football for the University and was named Academic All-American (Second Team).
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Sioux Falls, SD · 15+ Years Experience
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About Matthew D. Murphy at a Glance
Matthew D. Murphy is a Partner based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Boyce Law Firm, L.L.P.. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in South Dakota (2011). Educated at University of South Dakota School of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 2006). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew D. Murphy
Matt grew up in Rapid City, South Dakota and then attended the University of South Dakota for both undergraduate studies and law school. During his undergraduate time, he played football for the University and was named Academic All-American (Second Team). In law school, he was involved in various organizations, including trial team, and he graduated with Sterling Honors (top 10% of class).
Following law school, Matt completed a clerkship with the Second Judicial Circuit in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He then joined the Firm’s Litigation Section in August of 2011 and was named a Partner in January of 2018. During his time with the Firm, Matt has represented clients in both the State and Federal Courts of South Dakota, including at the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Matt has experience in:
- Guiding hospitals and health care practitioners through medical malpractice litigation and licensing disputes;
- Representing employers and municipalities in wrongful termination litigation;
- Counseling trustees and beneficiaries in trust and estate disputes;
- Litigating construction defect cases on behalf of general contractors, design professionals, and subcontractors;
- Representing businesses and property owners in contract disputes, property disputes, and other complex commercial and trade secret litigation;
- Representing individuals injured in auto accident and other personal injury disputes.
- Assisting businesses, both small and large, in premises liability litigation
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew D. Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew D. Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sioux Falls.
Medical Malpractice in Sioux Falls
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Matthew D. Murphy is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in South Dakota →
Personal Injury in Sioux Falls
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.
Matthew D. Murphy is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →
Employment Law in Sioux Falls
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Matthew D. Murphy is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in South Dakota →
Civil Litigation in Sioux Falls
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Matthew D. Murphy is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Dakota →
Insurance Law in Sioux Falls
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Matthew D. Murphy is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in South Dakota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sioux Falls
Practicing law in South Dakota. Legal matters in South Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sioux Falls are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Dakota 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 South Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Sioux Falls Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sioux Falls-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 Sioux Falls Choose Matthew D. 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 Matthew D. Murphy's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew D. Murphy brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and employment, Matthew D. Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sioux Falls
A Sioux Falls-based practice means Matthew D. Murphy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew D. Murphy Handles in Sioux Falls
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew D. Murphy has experience with under South Dakota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew D. Murphy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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