Atty. William K. Murphy

Atty. William K. Murphy

William K. Murphy is a lawyer practicing real estate, wills & estates, banking and 2 other areas of law.

Easton Easton 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About William K. Murphy at a glance

William K. Murphy is a Member based in Easton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Herster, Newton & Murphy. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on wills, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1976). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1976) and Norwich University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Northampton County (President, 1994—), Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Easton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William K. Murphy is a lawyer practicing real estate, wills & estates, banking and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Norwich University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • William practices at Herster, Newton & Murphy in Easton, PA

Practice Areas Explained

William K. Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William K. Murphy is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William K. Murphy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

William K. Murphy is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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 Easton 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William K. Murphy

Where is William K. Murphy's law office located?
William K. Murphy's law practice is located in Easton, Pennsylvania. The firm is Herster, Newton & Murphy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William K. Murphy handle?
William K. Murphy focuses on wills, family law, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has William K. Murphy practiced law?
William K. Murphy has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did William K. Murphy go to law school?
William K. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact William K. Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact William K. Murphy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William K. Murphy received?
William K. Murphy's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1976
B.A.
Norwich University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976

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