Atty. Shawn Patrick Murphy
Shawn Patrick Murphy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, probate, social security and 6 other areas of law. Shawn received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Hingham, MA · 30+ Years Experience
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About Shawn Patrick Murphy at a Glance
Shawn Patrick Murphy is a Member based in Hingham, Massachusetts, practicing at Law Office of Shawn P. Murphy. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1996) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1992). Serves clients in Hingham, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Shawn Patrick Murphy
- Shawn Patrick Murphy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, probate, social security and 6 other areas of law
- Shawn received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Shawn practices at Law Office of Shawn P. Murphy in Hingham, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Shawn Patrick Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shawn Patrick Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hingham.
Probate in Hingham
Shawn Patrick Murphy is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Personal Injury in Hingham
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.
Shawn Patrick Murphy is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →
Criminal Defense in Hingham
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Shawn Patrick Murphy is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Massachusetts →
Real Estate Law in Hingham
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Shawn Patrick Murphy is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →
Social Security Disability in Hingham
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Shawn Patrick Murphy is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Massachusetts →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hingham
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hingham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hingham-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 Hingham Choose Shawn Patrick 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 Shawn Patrick Murphy's practice in the field of probate, personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, and ssd.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Shawn Patrick Murphy brings 30+ 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 probate, personal injury, and criminal defense, Shawn Patrick Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hingham
A Hingham-based practice means Shawn Patrick 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 Shawn Patrick Murphy Handles in Hingham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Shawn Patrick Murphy has experience with under Massachusetts 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 Shawn Patrick Murphy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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