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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 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

    membership

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.

Main office

Kelley & Ferraro LLP

2200 Key Twr., 127 Pub. Sq.

Cleveland, OH 44114

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Hiring guide

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

Insurance attorneys serving Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati in Ohio

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