Atty. Philip J Murtha
Philip J Murtha is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, divorce & separation, family law and 4 other areas of law. Philip received a B.S. degree from Rhode Island College in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years.
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Philip J Murtha is a Member based in Cumberland, Rhode Island, practicing at Law Offices of Philip J. Murtha. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (2001). Educated at Roger Williams University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Rhode Island College (B.S. Philosophy, 1997). Serands clients in Cumberland, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Philip J Murtha is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, divorce & separation, family law and 4 other areas of law
- Philip received a B.S. degree from Rhode Island College in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
- Philip practices at Law Offices of Philip J. Murtha in Cumberland, RI
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip J Murtha handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Philip J Murtha is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Rhode Island →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Philip J Murtha is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Rhode Island →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Philip J Murtha is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Rhode Island →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Philip J Murtha is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Rhode Island →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Philip J Murtha is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Rhode Island →
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Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island
Practicing law in Rhode Island. Legal matters in Rhode Island are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cumberland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Rhode Island state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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