Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy, Employment Attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, PA
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Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
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- Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA
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- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Pittsburgh) (2017).
About Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy: Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy
Terrence concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Terrence handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Terrence takes employment matters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Terrence agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy — Attorney of Pennsylvania employment experience
Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy is an attorney based in Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Terry Murphy has represented employers for more than 30 years in all aspects of labor and employment law, including:
- Discrimination and employment jury trials
- Employment class actions
- Fair Labor Standards Act collective actions
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission litigation
- National Labor Relations Board proceedings
- Collective bargaining
- Labor arbitration
- Complex transaction advice
- Title VII
- The Americans with Disabilities Act
- The Age Discrimination in Employment Act
- The National Labor Relations Act
- Executive Order 11246
- Public sector bargaining laws
- Represented a major trucking company in EEOC pattern-and-practice sex discrimination litigation
- Defended retail chains, oilfield drilling companies and life insurers in asserted nationwide collective actions under FLSA
- Defended a Fortune 100 manufacturing company in a nationwide age discrimination class action
He practices regularly in multiple federal district courts and has extensive knowledge of:
In recent years, Terry has:
Formerly, the Assistant General Counsel of a Fortune 12 manufacturing company, Terry counsels employers on wage and hour matters, human resource practices and policies, affirmative action, reductions-in-force, workplace investigations and corporate transactions. His clients include hospitals, universities and manufacturing companies.
Terry regularly speaks on labor and employment law issues for the American Bar Association and other groups. He has been a chapter editor and senior editor of the Employment Discrimination Law (BNA).
Terrence's approach to employment cases
Terry Murphy has represented employers for more than 30 years in all aspects of labor and employment law, including: Discrimination and employment jury trials Employment class actions Fair Labor Standards Act collective actions Equal Employment Opportunity Commission litigation National Labor Relations Board proceedings Collective bargaining Labor arbitration Complex transaction advice He…
The kind of cases Terrence takes
Terrence reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Pittsburgh and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy's legal education and bar admissions
Cornell University
— · 1977
University of Pittsburgh
J.D. · 1975
University of Rochester
— · 1972
Jurisdictions
Terrence's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Pennsylvania, Pennsy
ACTIVE
Terrence studied at — in Cornell University, J.D. in University of Pittsburgh, and — in University of Rochester.
Law school and academic background
Terrence completed — in Cornell University, J.D. in University of Pittsburgh, and — in University of Rochester. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Terrence runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy
Terrence has received 17 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Pittsburgh)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Affirmative Action Plans
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Harassment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Title VII Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wage-Hour Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, Cambridge Who's Who
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellow, College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, America's Leading Lawyers for Business - Chambers USA, 2004-2013
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, International Who's Who of Management Labour and Employment Lawyers - Who's Who Legal, 2009-2014
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named, Who's Who in American Law, 2014
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Pittsburgh) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Affirmative Action Plans (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Terrence's primary office is at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15222. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Terrence usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Terrence charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Terrence'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; Terrence will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Terrence
Terrence discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Terrence confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Terrence's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Terrence H. "Terry" Murphy
How much does it cost to hire Terrence for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Terrence walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Terrence offer a free consultation?
Terrence charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Terrence's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Terrence's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple employment 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. Terrence gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Terrence take my case if I'm outside Pittsburgh?
Terrence is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Terrence 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 Terrence?
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. Terrence will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Terrence accepting new employment clients right now?
Terrence's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania
Terrence handles employment matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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