Atty. Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr.
Mr. Murphy has devoted his entire legal career to employment law.
Disability and Americans with Disabilities Act Claims & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 23+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. at a Glance
Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Murphy Law Group, LLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2003), New Jersey (2003), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (2003), and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2004). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Scranton (B.S., 2000). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Admitted in PA and NJ. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr.
- Mr. Murphy has devoted his entire legal career to employment law
- He has represented both employees and employers and knows all the angles and pressure points in any employment dispute
- He has litigated claims brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”), the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (“WARN”), the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (“ADEA”), the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”), the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (“PHRA”) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (“LAD”)
- Mr. Murphy also has extensive experience bringing individual and class claims pursuant to the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and similar state wage and hour statutes
- He has substantial experience in class and collective action certification, facilitation of class notification, litigation of wage and hour claims, class member depositions, assessment of damages and settlement
- He has successfully litigated class and collective claims on behalf of groups of employees and recovered millions of dollars in unlawfully denied compensation
- In addition to the above, Mr. Murphy provides counseling to employees regarding employment contract negotiation, non-competition agreements, as well as severance package review and negotiation
- Finally, Mr. Murphy provides legal counseling to executives and physicians who are in the process of negotiating initial and renewed employment contacts
- Mr. Murphy strives to provide quality, client-focused representation
- He understands that employment disputes are personal and very emotional
- Mr. Murphy provides frequent updates regarding client matters and is always available to answer any all questions clients have regarding legal matters
- Mr. Murphy learned at a very young age the importance of honesty, hard-work and determination and he strives to practice law with these hallmarks in mind
- Mr. Murphy obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Scranton, where he played baseball, and obtained his law degree from Widener University School of Law where he was designated a Widener Scholar and graduated within the top of his class
- Mr. Murphy is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and before the United States District Court for Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
- Mr. Murphy was born and raised in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and currently resides there with his wife and three (3) children
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr.'s Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Wrongful Termination in Philadelphia
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Workplace Discrimination in Philadelphia
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Sexual Harassment in Philadelphia
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Family Law in Philadelphia
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Employment Law in Philadelphia
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
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 venue, 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.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr.
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 Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr.'s practice in the field of wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. brings 23+ 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 Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, discrimination, and sexual harassment, Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. 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 Michael Patrick Murphy, Jr. Handles in Philadelphia
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