Atty. Steven Dennis Murphy

Atty. Steven Dennis Murphy

Steven Dennis Murphy is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, education law, mediation and 3 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Wabash College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Muncie Muncie 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Dennis Murphy at a glance

Steven Dennis Murphy is a Member based in Muncie, Indiana, practicing at DeFur Voran LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on litigation, elder law, education, and adr. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1976). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1976) and Wabash College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Past President, Muncie Bar Association. Serands clients in Muncie, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven Dennis Murphy is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, education law, mediation and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Wabash College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Steven practices at DeFur Voran LLP in Muncie, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Dennis Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Steven Dennis Murphy is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Steven Dennis Murphy is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Indiana →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Steven Dennis Murphy is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Indiana →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Steven Dennis Murphy is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven Dennis Murphy

Where is Steven Dennis Murphy's law office located?
Steven Dennis Murphy's law practice is located in Muncie, Indiana. The firm is DeFur Voran LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Dennis Murphy handle?
Steven Dennis Murphy focuses on litigation, elder law, education, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Steven Dennis Murphy practiced law?
Steven Dennis Murphy has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Steven Dennis Murphy go to law school?
Steven Dennis Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Steven Dennis Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven Dennis Murphy received?
Steven Dennis Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1976
B.A.
Wabash College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1976

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