Atty. Robert H. Murphy

Atty. Robert H. Murphy

Member, 1975-1977 and Managing Editor, 1976-1977, Loyola Law Review. Author/Lecturer: "Prosecuting and Defending Foreign Seamen Claims: The Defense Perspective," Louisiana State Bar Association's Eleventh Annual Admirality Symposium, September 2003; "The Jones Act: Constriction of Remedies/Expansion of Status," Tulane University's Eleventh New Orleans Maritime Seminar, January 1992.

New Orleans New Orleans 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (225) 515-8237

Profile Summary

About Robert H. Murphy at a glance

Robert H. Murphy is a Director based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Murphy, Rogers, Sloss, Gambel & Tompkins, A Professional Law Corporation. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1977), Illinois (1977), Supreme Court of Louisiana, U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana, (1977), and Connecticut (2009). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1977) and University of Dayton (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Louisiana State, Illinois State and American Bar Associations American Judicature Society Maritime Law Association of the United States Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute Mariners Club of the Port of New Orleans American Waterways Operators. Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, 1975-1977 and Managing Editor, 1976-1977, Loyola Law Review
  • Author/Lecturer: "Prosecuting and Defending Foreign Seamen Claims: The Defense Perspective," Louisiana State Bar Association's Eleventh Annual Admirality Symposium, September 2003
  • "The Jones Act: Constriction of Remedies/Expansion of Status," Tulane University's Eleventh New Orleans Maritime Seminar, January 1992

Author

  • "Admiralty, 1983 Fifth Circuit Symposiums," 29 Loyola Law Review 537, 1983
  • "Maritime Wrongful Death and Survival Actions," 22 Loyola Law Review 646, 1976

Practice Areas Explained

Robert H. Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert H. Murphy

Where is Robert H. Murphy's law office located?
Robert H. Murphy's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Murphy, Rogers, Sloss, Gambel & Tompkins, A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert H. Murphy handle?
Robert H. Murphy focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Robert H. Murphy practiced law?
Robert H. Murphy has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Robert H. Murphy go to law school?
Robert H. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Robert H. Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert H. Murphy received?
Robert H. Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1977
B.A.
University of Dayton
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1977
Illinois
Admitted: 1977
Supreme Court of Louisiana, U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana,
Admitted: 1977
Connecticut
Admitted: 2009
New Jersey
Admitted: 2010
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2010

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