John Martin Murphy, Insurance Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury
Equity PartneratKelley & Ferraro LLP
Cleveland, OH
Practicing insurance in Cleveland since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 6
- Bar admissions
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John Martin Murphy is an equity partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelley & Ferraro LLP.
- Based in
- Cleveland, OH
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Cleveland, OH.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About John Martin Murphy: John Martin Murphy is an equity partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelley & Ferraro LLP.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Cleveland
John concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, product liability, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Insurance cases in Cleveland, Ohio
John takes insurance matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Cleveland, Ohio
John takes litigation matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Cleveland, Ohio
John takes personal injury matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Cleveland, Ohio
John takes product liability matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Cleveland, Ohio
John takes workers comp matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John Martin Murphy, insurance attorney serving Cleveland
John Martin Murphy is an equity partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. John has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelley & Ferraro LLP. John works from Cleveland, Ohio and takes on insurance matters across the region.
John Martin Murphy is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, insurance law, litigation and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. John practices at Kelley & Ferraro LLP in Cleveland, OH.
How John handles insurance matters
John Martin Murphy is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, insurance law, litigation and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. John practices at Kelley & Ferraro LLP in Cleveland, OH.
Who John represents
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. · 1995
Purdue University
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
Michigan
2013 · ACTIVE
New York
2011 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2007 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2000 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1999 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1996 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Purdue University.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Purdue University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Cleveland and Ohio State Bar Associations
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Locations
John Martin Murphy's office in Cleveland
John's primary office is at 2200 Key Twr., 127 Pub. Sq., Cleveland, OH, 44114. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John Martin Murphy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Martin Murphy
How much does it cost to hire John for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple insurance 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?
John is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new insurance clients right now?
John'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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