Firm Updates
$6.4 Million Settlement Approved in Freddie Gray Case
At a press conference on Wednesday, September 9th, 2015, Billy Murphy, attorney for the family of Freddie Gray, announced a $6.4 million settlement in the family’s wrongful death case against the City of Baltimore. In addition to the financial settlement, Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake pledged to implement body cameras for all of the city’s police…
Read MoreAssociate Nikoletta Mendrinos Volunteers for Reading Partners
As a firm, Murphy, Falcon & Murphy has a long tradition of community service and supporting worthy causes. Now, Associate Niki Mendrinos is adding her own unique chapter to this history. In addition to a busy home life and commitments here at the firm, Mendrinos has recently signed on to volunteer with Reading Partners-a group dedicated…
Read MoreJon Stefanuca Named Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney Under 40 in Maryland
Murphy, Falcon & Murphy is pleased to announce Associate Jon Simon Stefanuca has been named to the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys list of Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40 in Maryland. The award comes on the heels of Mr. Stefanuca’s selection earlier in 2015 as a Maryland Super Lawyers “Rising Star,” a…
Read MoreMurphy, Falcon & Murphy Partners with Philanthropik for Holiday Toy Drive
Last week, Murphy, Falcon & Murphy teamed up with Philanthropik to host a holiday toy drive benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of Baltimore. With over 300 guests in attendance, including Mayor of Baltimore Stephanie Rawlings-Blake, the event was a great success. Check out pictures from the reception below. [L-R] Harrison Development’s Dean Harrison, Philanthropik Chairman…
Read MorePartner Paula Xinis Makes New Jersey Law Journal & Hall of Fame for $5M Settlement
Civil attorney and Partner Paula Xinis’ most recent trial victory has not only made headlines, but it has earned her a spot in the New Jersey Law Journal’s “Personal Injury Hall of Fame.” Each year, the Journal recognizes several lawyers across the state for their success in high-stakes cases. For Ms. Xinis, the recognition comes…
Read MoreMurphy Family Receives Thurgood Marshall Awards On Behalf Of NAACP
The firm is thrilled to announce that founding partner Judge William H. “Billy” Murphy, Jr. and his son, managing partner Hassan Murphy, were recently named Thurgood Marshall honorees by the Baltimore City Branch of the NAACP. We have long supported the NAACP’s fight for equality, both in Baltimore and nationally, and are deeply honored to…
Read MoreMurphy Family Scholarship Awarded to University of Maryland School of Law Student Victoria Daka
On Friday, March 1, 2013, the Black Law Students Association of the University of Maryland Carey School of Law held its annual awards dinner, announcing scholarships to students as well as honoring high-achieving members of the community (managing partner Hassan Murphy received the ‘Practitioner of the Year’ award). Victoria Daka, a second-year law student, was…
Read MoreA Legacy of Leadership: Honoring The New NAACP Legal Defense Fund President
Last week, Murphy, Falcon & Murphy hosted a cocktail event at their Baltimore offices honoring University of Maryland Carey School of Law Professor Sherrilyn Ifill, who was recently appointed President and Director-Counsel for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. Through a variety of advocacy work, including legislative and educational efforts, LDF has been advancing racial equality…
Read MoreLaw Boss Murphy Leads Family Firm To The Top
The Washington Examiner Hassan Murphy doesn’t know how to lose. As managing partner of The Murphy Firm in Baltimore, Hassan has taken the practice to new levels since first joining his father in 1997 to help defend legendary boxing promoter Don King. Slowly growing both the company’s reputation and area of practice, he has emphasized…
Read MoreThe Re-Invention Of Billy Murphy
The Daily Record Ask anyone familiar with Maryland’s legal community for a list of the state’s top criminal defense attorneys and you’ll hear the name of former Baltimore City Circuit Court judge William H. “Billy” Murphy Jr. Ask that person, however, to name a Maryland lawyer with a national reputation in the civil litigation arena,…
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