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Billy J. Murphy, Business Attorney in Austin, Texas

focused on Business and M&A

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Billy J. Murphy is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Currently practicing at Dwyer Murphy Calvert LLP.

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Business · M&A
  • Handles Business and M&A matters from Austin, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026).

About Billy J. Murphy: Billy J. Murphy is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Currently practicing at Dwyer Murphy Calvert LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Billy J. Murphy

Billy concentrates on business and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Billy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Austin, Texas

Billy takes business matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Billy agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Austin, Texas

Billy takes m&a matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Billy agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Billy J. Murphy — Attorney of Texas business experience

Billy J. Murphy is an attorney based in Austin, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business and M&A. Currently practicing at Dwyer Murphy Calvert LLP.

Billy Murphy is an experienced business attorney representing growth companies and investors in venture capital transactions, private equity financings and mergers and acquisitions. Billy also frequently advises start-up and early stage companies with respect to initial formation and financing matters.

Billy co-founded the corporate law firm Dwyer Murphy Calvert LLP in Austin, Texas in 2006. Prior to co-founding Dwyer Murphy Calvert LLP, Billy served as the General Counsel of TippingPoint Technologies, Inc., a publicly held security technology company acquired by 3Com for $430 million. From October 1998 to May 2004, Billy was a corporate securities and venture capital attorney for the international law firm of Vinson & Elkins L.L.P. and Silicon Valley-based Gunderson Dettmer. In 2018, Billy was voted by his peers as one of the "Best Lawyers in America" in the area of corporate law, and he was previously honored as a Texas Rising Star in Texas Monthly magazine.

Working with Billy on a business matter

Billy Murphy is an experienced business attorney representing growth companies and investors in venture capital transactions, private equity financings and mergers and acquisitions. Billy also frequently advises start-up and early stage companies with respect to initial formation and financing matters. Billy co-founded the corporate law firm Dwyer Murphy Calvert LLP in Austin, Texas in 2006.…

Clients Billy works with

Billy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and m&a matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Billy J. Murphy's legal education and bar admissions

  • The University of Texas

    J.D. · 1998

Billy studied at J.D. in The University of Texas.

Law school and academic background

Billy completed J.D. in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Billy runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Billy J. Murphy

Billy has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law (2026).

Locations

Billy J. Murphy's office in Austin

Billy's primary office is at 1301 West 25th Street, Suite 560, Austin, Texas, 78705. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Dwyer Murphy Calvert LLP

1301 West 25th Street, Suite 560

Austin, Texas 78705

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Hiring guide

How to hire Billy J. Murphy — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Billy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Billy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Billy's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Billy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Austin, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Billy

Billy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Billy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Billy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Billy J. Murphy

  • How much does it cost to hire Billy for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Billy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Billy offer a free consultation?

    Billy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Billy's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Billy's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Billy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Billy take my case if I'm outside Austin?

    Billy is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Billy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Billy?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Billy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Billy accepting new business clients right now?

    Billy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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