When an individual files for bankruptcy, the law generally allows that individual (the "debtor") to keep, or exempt, certain assets, with the remaining assets being sold to pay claims of creditors.  Exemption rights are designed to help the debtor achieve a "fresh start" after bankruptcy.  In Massachusetts, state law allows a debtor to exempt...

Jonathan O’Brien presented during a panel on international business law at the Business Globalization Forum held in Boston this past November 4, 2016. BGF is an annual conference designed to explore new trends and exchange ideas in international business. Jonathan’s presentation focused on three key aspects that must be the subject of...

Almost three years ago now, the Supreme Court decided Atlantic Marine Construction Company v. U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, 134 S. Ct. 568 (2013) and instructed both courts and litigants on the correct procedural and analytical framework for enforcing a contractual forum-selection clause. The Court held that: (1) the party...

Murphy & King shareholder Ethan Jeffery sat down with Banker & Tradesman to discuss the recent roll-out of Murphy & King's video series, and what it means for the legal profession. https://vimeo.com/187595383    

Boston – (September 20, 2016) – Murphy & King, P.C., a top tier boutique law firm practicing bankruptcy and financial restructuring, business litigation, and corporate and real estate transaction law, announced today the launch of the firm’s new integrated marketing campaign featuring its new video series and website that reflects how...

One of the principal benefits for an individual filing for bankruptcy (a “debtor”) is the entry of a discharge, or forgiveness of debts arising prior to the bankruptcy filing.  Section 727 of the Bankruptcy Code provides circumstances under which a debtor may have their discharge denied in its entirety.  Section 523 of the Code, in turn,...

One of the principal benefits of purchasing assets out of bankruptcy is that buyers typically are able to acquire the assets “free and clear” of the liabilities of the company in bankruptcy.  This ability allows the purchaser to better estimate value for the assets or business to be acquired by limiting concerns of inheriting problems of the...

Have you ever sent a text and immediately regretted it? Have you ever sent a text that ultimately became a binding contract to sell a $3 million dollar piece of real estate? Loose fingers beware, according to a recent Massachusetts court decision a text can be deemed to constitute consent to a binding real estate transaction. In St. John’s...

Shareholder David Evans’ opinion piece about the core arbitration concept at stake in the “Deflategate” case involving Quarterback Tom Brady and Roger Goodell was reprinted in full in The Washington Post article "

Boston, MA – (May 23, 2015) – Murphy & King, Professional Corporation announced today that Attorney Peter Obersheimer has been accepted into the Boston Bar Association’s prestigious Public Interest Leadership Program (PILP.) He is one of 17 attorneys who represent a wide variety of practice areas, including legal services, firms and solo...

Murphy & King, Professional Corporation announced today that it received the top tier placement among law firms in Boston in U.S. News’ Best Lawyers 2016 for Bankruptcy. The rankings are based on an evaluation process that included thousands of clients, lawyers, and law firm representatives.  Murphy...

Murphy & King Associate Jon O’Brien was interviewed by Jeffrey Davis for Radio Entrepreneurs.  Attorney O’Brien discussed the state of the craft beer and wine distribution industry in Massachusetts and some of the challenges facing small producers.  Listen to the full

Arbitration is often a preferred alternative to litigation of large complex commercial cases.  Many studies have shown that arbitration offers procedures that are more economical and efficient than court proceedings.  For example, a recent survey conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA), the largest provider of alternative dispute...

Boston (May 19, 2015) – Murphy & King, Professional Corporation announced today that David L. Evans has been honored by the American Arbitration Association (

Amanda Rettig has had a role in nearly every aspect of Murphy and King’s business law practice, from litigation to intellectual property law to real estate. Her success in that arena is due in part to her ability to “herd cats,” a skill she’d like to put to use in the legal issues surrounding social media technologies. 1.  What brought...

Murphy & King Shareholder Bob Richards was interviewed by Jeffrey Davis for Radio Entrepreneurs.  Attorney Richards discussed common issues involved in buying or selling a privately held business.  An mp3...

Attorney Steve Veenema’s legal work for Vietnam War Veteran Doug Lietzau was highlighted in Boston Globe columnist Kevin Cullen’s article “

"Raising the Bar," Murphy & King's annual internal networking competition, concluded this year with a new set of winning associates and a variety of marketing and business development opportunities for the firm.  The contest, which challenges Murphy & King associates to earn points for making professional connections, authoring by-lined...

Steve Veenema is a commercial litigator at Murphy & King with a focus on intellectual property law.  A man of hidden talents, his interests range from the independence of the media to the changing legal landscape for data privacy and commerce. 1.  What brought you to Murphy & King? Murphy & King offered me the opportunity to...

Boston – June 12, 2014 – Murphy & King, P.C. announced today that for the 8th consecutive year its  Bankruptcy and Restructuring Practice has been recognized by Chambers and Partners USA for its consistent success and expertise.  The organization, which has ranked lawyers and law firms for more than 20 years, singled out Murphy &...