Attorney Ryan Braithwaite Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Ryan G. Braithwaite has joined our…
Attorney Lydia Thompson Joins the Firm
Murphy Desmond is pleased to welcome Attorney Lydia Thompson to our Litigation…
Attorney Katie Jens Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm welcomes Attorney Katie Jens to our Municipal, Real Estate, and…
Emeritus Attorney William J. Rameker Passes
With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of Attorney Bill Rameker on March 15, 2025…
Attorney Sarah DeKraay Serves as Judge at Mock Trial Tournament
On Sunday, February 16, 2025, Attorney Sarah DeKraay volunteered as…
Attorney Robert A. Pasch Retires
On February 6, 2025, Murphy Desmond employees, former colleagues and…
Article Discusses When Unmarried Couples Buy a Home Together
A Property Co-Ownership Agreement is recommended for unmarried couples who…
Attorney Burgess Named Shareholder
The firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Gretchen Burgess has…
Remote Notarization Adds Convenience in Wisconsin Estate Planning
Wisconsin Act 130 became effective in 2024, allowing for remote witnessing and notarization of…
Attorneys Zimmerman and Reed Named on 2024 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
The firm is pleased to announce that Ginger Zimmerman and Jason Reed are…
Murphy Desmond Included on 2025 "Best Law Firms" Rankings
The firm is pleased to announce that we are listed in 15 practice areas on the newly released…
Attorney Gretchen Burgess Hosts Estate Planning Seminar
If you have questions about estate planning, please join Attorney Gretchen Burgess and…
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman Recognized as "Women Who Lead" by Wisconsin Legal Publication
The firm is pleased to announce that President & Managing Shareholder…
Firm Sponsors SCORE Wisconsin Conference
Murphy Desmond sponsored the "Accelerate Your Business for Women 24" SCORE conference in Wisconsin Dells.…
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman Included on Lawdragon List of "500 Leading Lawyers"
The firm congratulates Attorney Ginger Zimmerman for inclusion on the Lawdragon…
Murphy Desmond Sponsors 2024 Badger Startup Summit
On August 19, 2024, the firm sponsored the Badger Startup Summit…
Attorney Matt Fleming Named 2025 "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond S.C. congratulates Attorney Matt Fleming on his 2025…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named on Lists for 2025 Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that The Best Lawyers in America…
Attorneys Rideout and Burgess Attend WWBIC Event
Attorneys Lane Rideout and Gretchen Burgess joined community members at the…
Firm Celebrates Kathy Brickl's 40th Work Anniversary
Murphy Desmond honored Office Services and Facilities Director Kathy Brickl…
Attorneys Jebbia and Brock Present at State Bar Family Law Workshop
Attorneys Gayle Jebbia and Julie Brock presented on the topic "When There…
New Immigration Processes Announced for Certain Married Undocumented Individuals
See here for information on the latest Biden-Harris immigration program…
Attorney Alex J. Becker Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes Attorney Alex J. Becker to our Creditors' Rights, Collections…
New Article on Residential Property Assessments
See our article on residential property assessments to help determine if…
Attorney Larry Bechler Retires
The firm celebrated the long and successful career of Attorney Larry Bechler…
Firm Seeking Associate Attorney
Murphy Desmond S.C. is seeking an Associate Attorney to work with…
Financial Considerations in Wisconsin Divorces
Divorce in Wisconsin reveals a wide range of financial situations to consider…
Firm Recognized with United Way of Dane County Community Award
United Way of Dane County presented Murphy Desmond S.C. with the…
Attorneys Ginger Zimmerman and Kristin Beilke Participate in BICR Seminar
The Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Creditors' Rights (BICR) Section of the Wisconsin State…
Murphy Desmond Emeritus Attorney Howard Goldberg Passes
With heavy hearts, the firm announces the passing of Emeritus Attorney Howard…
Attorney Jonathan Bruni Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm is pleased to welcome back Attorney Jonathan Bruni to our Business…
Attorney Rideout Named Shareholder at Murphy Desmond
The firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Lane E. Rideout has joined…
Attorney Gretchen Burgess Discusses Digital Assets in Estate Planning With WMTV 15 News
Madison NBC affiliate station WMTV 15 News interviewed Attorney Gretchen Burgess…
Firm Named on "Best Law Firms' Lists in 14 Practice Areas
The firm is pleased to announce our inclusion on 2024 "Best Law Firms…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named on 2023 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
he firm is pleased to announce that four Murphy Desmond attorneys are…
Zimmerman Presents at State Bar Seminar
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman presented to lawyers from around the state…
Attorney Joling Presents on Estate Planning
On September 12, 2023, Estate Planning Attorney Jake Joling presented to…
Attorney Gretchen J. Burgess Joins the Firm
Murphy Desmond welcomes Attorney Gretchen J. Burgess to our Estate…
Five Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named 2024 "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" in Six Practice Areas
Murphy Desmond S.C. announces that five attorneys are included on the…
Mindy Walker Joins Firm Management Team
Murphy Desmond announces the hiring of Mindy S. Walker as the new…
16 Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named Best Lawyers® in America 2024
Murphy Desmond is pleased and honored to announce that the Best Lawyers…
Attorney Jake Joling Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes Attorney Jake C. Joling to our Estate Planning & Probate practice team.…
Firm Careers Page Updated
Check out our Careers page on the Murphy Desmond website, which…
Attorney Peter Bazianos Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm is pleased to welcome Attorney Peter A. Bazianos to the Business and Real Estate…
Firm Honors Founder at Wisconsin Historical Society Annual Luncheon
On May 16, 2023, the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) hosted the Robert B.L. Murphy…
Attorney DeKraay Leads Guardian ad Litem Training 2023 for Wisconsin State Bar
On May 11, 2023, Family Law Attorney Sarah DeKraay served as Program Chair and…
Article Explains CBD and Industrial Hemp Issues in Wisconsin Law
This brief article helps to explain why CBD and industrial hemp can still…
Article Explains the Initial Process if Charged with Drunk Driving in Wisconsin
Drunk driving laws in Wisconsin do not just include alcohol. This article relays basic information…
Attorney Rick Petri Passes
It is with heavy hearts that the firm announces the passing on January…
Attorney Matt Fleming Explains Eminent Domain on "Talk Wisconsin"
Attorney Matt Fleming was interviewed on Television Wisconsin's (TW)…
Attorney Lane Rideout Discusses Common Business Contracts on Television Wisconsin
Attorney Lane Rideout met with local TV show Talk Wisconsin in December…
2022 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Listings Include Murphy Desmond Attorneys
The firm is pleased to announce that five Murphy Desmond attorneys are included on…
Updates on Wisconsin's New LLC Law
Wisconsin's New LLC Law will take effect on January 1, 2023…
Attorney Lane Rideout Discusses LLCs on Television Wisconsin
Attorney Lane Rideout was interviewed on Television Wisconsin's (TW)…
Immigration Update on Form I-9
Read here for the most recent legal information on the completion of…
Attorneys Fleming and Pasch Included on Lists for 2023 "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" by Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond S.C. announces that attorneys Matt Fleming and…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named Best Lawyers® in America 2023
The firm is pleased to announce that The Best Lawyers in America® (2023 Edition) …
Firm Sponsors 2022 Badger Startup Summit
Murphy Desmond sponsored the 2022 Badger Startup Summit at…
Attorney Michael Vaughan Passes
With heavy hearts, the firm announces the passing on July 20, 2022…
Attorney Lane Rideout Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes attorney Lane Rideout to Murphy Desmond…
Attorney Matt Frank Presents at WACCC Conference
Environmental attorney Matt Frank was a presenter at the Wisconsin…
Attorney Roy Fine Answers Questions about the Probate Process on TVW
Estate planning attorney Roy Fine discussed the topic "Understanding…
Attorney Julie Brock Discusses Nontraditional Family Law Matters on TVW
Divorce and family law attorney Julie Brock was interviewed on TVW's…
Attorney Bill Morgan Interviewed on TVW Regarding "Employment Law Basics"
Employment lawyer Bill Morgan was interviewed by Talk Wisconsin on…
Holly Coyle Retires From Firm
Murphy Desmond congratulates Holly Coyle on her retirement from the firm after 34 years of service…
Attorneys Beilke and Pellerin Named Shareholders
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce Kristin Beilke and Nicole Pellerin have been…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Included on 2021 Wisconsin Super Lawyers Lists
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce the following Madison attorneys are included…
2022 U.S. News "Best Law Firms" List Includes Murphy Desmond S.C. in Multiple Practice Areas
The firm is pleased to announce inclusion in the 2022 U.S. News…
Firm Celebrates 90 Years of Serving the Community
On October 14, 2021, Murphy Desmond employees and their guests…
Mendoza Emcees Annual Hispanic Heritage Luncheon
Attorney Mario Mendoza served as Master of Ceremonies on October 13, 2021, for the…
Attorney Matt Frank Presents on Solar Project Siting at Seminar
On October 1, 2021, environmental lawyer Matt Frank presented at the Wisconsin Towns…
Attorney Matt Fleming Interviewed Regarding "Property Disputes With Your Neighbors" on TVW
Real estate attorney Matt Fleming met with Talk Wisconsin in August…
Firm's Dodgeville Law Office Relocates to 100 Block of North Iowa Street
Murphy Desmond's Dodgeville office has moved a few doors down to…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Included on Lists for 2022 "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" by Best Lawyers® in America
The firm is pleased to announce that three Murphy Desmond attorneys have been…
COVID Vaccine Required for I-693 Immigration Medical Exams
Effective October 1, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will require…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Recognized in 2022 Best Lawyers® in America
The Best Lawyers in America® (2022 Edition) lists include 14 Murphy Desmond attorneys in numerous practice areas…
Attorney Jesse Named Chairman of the Board of Directors for the State Bank of Cross Plains
The Board of Directors at the State Bank of Cross Plains has unanimously elected…
Attorney Matt Frank Presents on Wisconsin Water Well Laws and Regulations
Environmental lawyer Matt Frank presented at a Halfmoon Education, Inc. webinar entitled…
Basics of Estate Planning in Wisconsin
Read our new estate planning article that addresses the five components of an estate plan and…
Attorney Sarah DeKraay Discusses Post-Divorce Issues on "Wisconsin Women"
Divorce attorney Sarah DeKraay was featured in May 2021 on Wisconsin Women to…
Attorney Roy Fine Breaks Down Components of an Estate Plan
Estate planning lawyer Roy Fine discussed the "Basics of Estate Planning…
Attorney Glorily López Explains the Basics of Immigration Law on "Talk Wisconsin"
Immigration attorney and practice group leader Glorily López was featured on…
Murphy Desmond Celebrates 90 Years
In April 1931, Murphy Desmond was founded on the principles of legal integrity…
Attorney Mario Mendoza Featured on "Wisconsin Women" Regarding Professional License Defense
Attorney Mario Mendoza was interviewed on Wisconsin Women by Jessa Jeremiah in…
New Immigration Article on the Basics of Immigration Law and Lawful Immigration Status
See our new article to learn about immigration law and the many variables that can affect lawful immigrant status…
Attorney Jason Reed Discusses "Getting Started on Your Startup"
Business attorney Jason Reed was interviewed on Talk Wisconsin in March 2021 to answer…
Attorney Matt Frank Presents at Environmental Webinar
On January 21, 2021, environmental lawyer Matt Frank presented at a Halfmoon Education…
Attorney Julie Brock Discusses Marital Property Agreements on "Wisconsin Women"
Family law attorney Julie Brock was interviewed on Wisconsin Women in January 2021 on…
Immigration Radio Show on La Movida Announces 2021 Schedule
Tune in one Friday a month in 2021 (see flyer here) to radio show…
2020 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists Include Murphy Desmond Lawyers
Murphy Desmond is honored that the following lawyers are included on lists for 2020 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Ris…
Murphy Desmond Included on 2021 U.S. News "Best Law Firms" List
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce rankings in the 2020 U.S. News - Best Lawyers…
Harlowe and Zimmerman Named Fellows of the American Bar Foundation
The firm congratulates attorneys Hal Harlowe and Ginger Zimmerman on…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named on 2021 "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" Lists by Best Lawyers® in America
The firm is pleased to announce that four Murphy Desmond attorneys have been included on lists for…
Ginger Zimmerman Included on Inaugural Lawdragon List of "500 Leading Lawyers"
The firm congratulates Murphy Desmond Attorney and President Ginger Zimmerman who has been named on the 2020 inaugu…
2021 Best Lawyers® in America Recognizes 14 Murphy Desmond Attorneys
Murphy Desmond congratulates the following attorneys for their inclusion in…
Divorce Lawyer Sarah DeKraay Interviewed for "Talk Wisconsin"
Attorney Sarah DeKraay was featured on Talk Wisconsin regarding the topic of…
Attorney Glorily López Interviewed on Madison Radio Station Regarding New ICE Rules for International Students
Attorney Glorily López was interviewed on July 8, 2020, on Madison radio station WORT 89.9FM regarding…
Attorney Harvey Wendel Receives Award from the Wisconsin State Bar
Attorney Harvey Wendel is the 2020 recipient of the Senior Lawyers Division's Leonard L. Loeb Award…
Attorney Scott Salemi Joins Murphy Desmond
The firm welcomes Attorney Scott Salemi, a highly accomplished litigator, to represent Murphy Desmond's clients in …
Employee Travel Consent Letters During "Safer at Home" Orders in Wisconsin
As many states and local governments issue "shelter in place" orders and restrictions affecting non-essential trave…
A Timeline on Coronavirus Legislation through March 22, 2020: What Wisconsin Employers Need to Know
As the situation relating to COVID-19 continues to rapidly evolve, it is important that employers be aware of legis…
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: A Guide for Wisconsin Employers
On March 18, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The law covers all …
A Message From Our President; COVID-19 Changes at Murphy Desmond S.C.
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and new government policies, Murphy Desmond would like to relay the firm's pla…
How can Wisconsin employers prepare for a coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak or other pandemics?
While many employers have plans for continuity of operations during natural disasters, the worldwide spreading of t…
Firm Supports Sustain Dane Through Annual Summit
Murphy Desmond was pleased to sponsor the 2019 Sustain Dane Summit, held on November 19, 2019, at Promega in Madiso…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Named on 2019 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
The firm is pleased to announce that the following Murphy Desmond lawyers are on the list for 2019 Wisconsin Super …
Murphy Desmond Sponsors 2019 Early Stage Symposium
Murphy Desmond was a Silver Sponsor of the Early Stage Symposium in Madison, Wisconsin, on November 6-7, 2019, at t…
Firm Included on 2020 "Best Law Firms" List
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce that we have been ranked in the 2020 U.S. News - Best Lawyers…
Murphy Desmond Appleton Office Moves
Effective October 15, 2019, the law office of Murphy Desmond S.C. has relocated its Appleton office to 15 Park Plac…
Firm Hosts Open House In Dodgeville
Murphy Desmond hosted an open house at the firm's new Dodgeville location on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, from 4-6 p…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys and Guests Attend Annual GMCC Dinner
Murphy Desmond attorneys JP Croake, Glorily López, Matt Fleming, Connor Valentyn, Mario Mendoza, and Matt Frank, al…
Firm Welcomes Attorney Gayle Jebbia and Heather McNeill to Murphy Desmond
Effective September 1, 2019, family law attorney Gayle Jebbia and her assistant, Heather McNeill, joined Murphy Des…
Mendoza to Moderate Panel at 2019 Wisconsin Leadership Summit
Murphy Desmond attorney and shareholder Mario Mendoza has been selected to moderate the Ethnic Chambers of Commerce…
Murphy Desmond Opens Dodgeville Office Through Merger with Gayle Jebbia, Attorney at Law, S.C.
Effective September 1, 2019, Attorney Gayle Jebbia, owner of Gayle Jebbia, Attorney at Law, S.C., in Dodgeville, Wi…
Murphy Desmond President Ginger Zimmerman Named "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" by Best Lawyers® in America
Best Lawyers® in America has recently recognized Murphy Desmond President and Managing Shareholder Jane F. (Ginger)…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by 2020 Best Lawyers® in America
The firm is pleased to announce that 13 Murphy Desmond lawyers are included in The Best Lawyers in America® (2020 E…
Murphy Desmond Sponsors 2019 Badger Startup Summit
On August 22, 2019, Murphy Desmond sponsored the 2019 Badger Startup Summit at the Wisconsin Institutes of Discover…
Attorney Julianne Brock Joins Murphy Desmond S.C.
The firm is pleased to welcome Attorney Julianne Brock to our Madison office on July 1, 2019…
Attorney López Featured in Madison365.com Article Regarding POTUS Tweets on Deportations
Attorney Glorily López was the featured immigration lawyer in an article in Madison365.com on June 20, 2019, regard…
Firm Sponsors 2019 Entrepreneurs' Conference
The 2019 Entrepreneurs' Conference was held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, June 4-5, 2019, where Murphy Desmond was a spo…
Wendel Appointed to Committee to Assist the Supreme Court of Wisconsin
Attorney Harvey Wendel was appointed to the Wisconsin Supreme Court's Appointment Selection Committee for a three-y…
New 2019 Dates Set for Immigration Radio Show on La Movida
Tune in one Friday a month (see dates below) to radio show "Inmigración al Día" on La Movida Radio (WLMV 94.5 FM an…
Frank to Chair Clean Lakes Alliance Executive Board of Directors
Attorney Matt Frank has been elected Chair of the Executive Board of Directors of the Clean Lakes Alliance…
Attorney Frank Appointed to Advisory Council by Wisconsin Governor-Elect Tony Evers
Attorney Matt Frank has been appointed to the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Policy Advisory Council by …
Bechler Featured by Super Lawyers
Attorney Larry Bechler is highlighted in an article in Wisconsin Super Lawyers magazine and on the website as a fea…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Named on 2018 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
The firm is pleased to announce that the following Murphy Desmond lawyers are included on lists for the recently re…
Firm Included on 2019 "Best Law Firms" List
Murphy Desmond S.C. has been ranked in the 2019 U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list and regionally in 1…
Firm Sponsors 2018 Early Stage Symposium
On November 7-8, 2018, Murphy Desmond once again sponsored the Early Stage Symposium (ESS) in Madison…
López and Bechler Named 2019 "Lawyer of the Year"
Attorneys Glorily López and Larry Bechler were named 2019 "Lawyer of the Year" in Madison, Wisconsin, by Best Lawye…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by Best Lawyers®
The firm is pleased to announce that 13 Murphy Desmond lawyers are included in The Best Lawyers in America® (2019 E…
Murphy Desmond Supports 2018 Badger Startup Summit
On August 22, 2018, Murphy Desmond sponsored the Badger Startup Summit as part of Forward Fest in Madison, Wisconsi…
Mendoza Presents on Physician Licensing Matters
Attorney Mario Mendoza presented on the topic of Licensing Problems: Handling Probation, Suspensions, Revocations a…
Firm Sponsors ABI Conference
Murphy Desmond sponsored the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) 25th Annual Central States Bankruptcy Workshop fro…
Zimmerman on Panel at Wisconsin Entrepreneur Conference
On June 6, 2018, Attorney Ginger Zimmerman joined a panel of start-up professionals to discuss the topic of "Killer…
Firm Attends Latino Chamber of Commerce Gala
On Saturday, March 10, 2018, employees from Murphy Desmond and their guests attended the Latino Chamber of Commerce…
López Interviewed on WMTV Regarding DACA
Immigration Attorney Glorily López was interviewed by Madison, Wisconsin's NBC affiliate WMTV, which aired on Frida…
Zimmerman Presents on Bankruptcy in Estate Planning
Attorney Ginger Zimmerman spoke to members of the Madison Estate Planning Council on Monday, February 26, 2018, at …
Attorneys Fine, Maciolek and Reed Named Shareholders
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce the following attorneys have been named shareholders with the firm, effe…
2018 Schedule Set for Attorney López's Radio Show "Inmigración al Día" on La Movida (94.5FM and 1480AM)
Tune in once a month to Spanish-speaking radio station La Movida (1480 AM in Madison, WI) as bilingual Immigration …
Attorney López Interviewed for All About Living radio show with Carol Koby
Immigration Attorney Practice Leader Glorily A. López was interviewed on the All About Living radio show with Carol…
Murphy Desmond Sponsors Early Stage Symposium
On November 15-16, 2017, Murphy Desmond sponsored the Early Stage Symposium (ESS)…
Attorney López Presents to the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin 2017 Issues Briefing
Attorney Glorily A. López was the keynote speaker at a League of Women Voters (LWV) event in Madison, WI, on Saturd…
Attorney Frank Presents at Federation of Environmental Technologists (FET) Annual Conference
Attorney Matt Frank recently spoke at the annual conference of the Federation of Environmental Technologists (FET),…
Seeking Associate Litigation Attorney
The firm is actively seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney for our Madison office…
Bechler Inducted into the Fellows of the Wisconsin Law Foundation
Attorney Larry Bechler was inducted into the 2017 Class of Fellows of the Wisconsin Law Foundation…
Firm Members Attend LNA Meeting in Kansas City
Attorneys Brian Thill and Matt Fleming attended the fall meeting of Legal Netlink Alliance (LNA) in Kansas City, Mi…
USCIS Resumes Premium Processing for All H-1B Petitions
On October 3, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) resumed premium processing for all types of H…
New USCIS Form Allows Foreign Nationals to Apply Simultaneously for Work Authorization and Social Security Number
On October 2, 2017, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new partnership between USCIS and…
Attorney López Helps Lead Relief Efforts for Puerto Rico Amid Hurricane Maria's Destruction
On September 20, 2017, Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico, damaging and destroying countless homes and ca…
USCIS Resumes Premium Processing for Certain Cap-Subject H-1B Visa Petitions
On September 18, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) annou…
Firm Joins Legal Netlink Alliance (LNA)
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that we have joined Legal Netlink Alliance (LNA), a multi-discipline law firm…
Attorney López Joins TEMPO Madison
Attorney Glorily A. López is a new member of TEMPO Madison, an invitation-only organization of diverse, executive-l…
Attorney López Interviewed on Capital City Sunday Morning Show in Madison
Immigration Attorney Practice Leader Glorily A. López was interviewed on WKOW, Channel 27 TV's morning show, Capita…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by 2018 Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that 12 of our lawyers have been named to 2018 Best Lawyers® in America in 13…
Zimmerman and Bechler Named Madison "Lawyer of the Year"
Best Lawyers® in America has named Murphy Desmond lawyers Ginger Zimmerman and Larry Bechler as 2018 "Lawyer of the…
Attorney López Featured in In Business Article on Immigration
Immigration Attorney Glorily A. López was interviewed for In Business magazine's August 2017 issue regarding…
Fine Interviewed for In Business Article
Attorney Roy Fine was interviewed by In Business magazine regarding death and taxes as it relates to business owner…
Attorney López Presents on DACA to TEMPO Madison
Attorney Glorily A. López presented on the topic of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to TEMPO members …
USCIS Announces Every Naturalization Applicant Must provide Biometrics Regardless of Age
On July 26, 2017, USCIS updated the USCIS Policy Manual to specify that every naturalization (citizenship) applican…
USCIS to Resume H-1B Premium Processing for Certain Cap-Exempt Petitions
On July 24, 2017, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced it w…
Wendel Named to the Fellows' Board of Trustees
Attorney Harvey Wendel was named to the Board of Trustees of the Fellows of the Wisconsin Law Foundation for a one-…
Zimmerman Named President of Murphy Desmond S.C.
Murphy Desmond S.C. is pleased to announce that Attorney Jane F. (Ginger) Zimmerman has been elected to serve as Pr…
Firm Sponsors Entrepreneur Conference
On June 6-7, 2017, the firm sponsored the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference at Union South (on the University of …
Murphy Desmond Sponsors Madison College Challenge
For the second consecutive year, Murphy Desmond sponsored the Madison College Challenge, an annual business plan co…
López Interviewed for In Business Magazine Immigration Article
Immigration attorney Glorily López was interviewed for an article in the April 2017 issue of In Business ma…
Attorney López Interviewed on ABC-Affiliate in Madison Regarding Latest Executive Order on Immigration
In light of the latest executive order on immigration on March 6, 2017, Immigration Attorney Practice Leader Attorn…
López Featured in Wisconsin Lawyer magazine
Immigration lawyer Glorily López was interviewed for a feature in the magazine of the Wisconsin State Bar.…
Attorney Harlowe Interviewed About Restorative Court Changes in Dane County
Dane County is part of a nationwide Restorative Court project intended to reduce incarcerations and racial inequiti…
Attorney Bill Mundt Passes Away Unexpectedly
The attorneys and staff at Murphy Desmond S.C. are profoundly saddened by the loss of our colleague and friend, Wil…
Attorney López Speaks at "United We Stand" Immigration Seminar in Madison, WI
Immigration attorney Glorily López spoke to a large crowd on Sunday, January 29, 2017, at the "United We St…
Firm Sponsors RENEW Wisconsin's 2017 Energy Policy Summit
Murphy Desmond was a sponsor of the RENEW Wisconsin Energy Policy Summit on January 19, 2017, at the Monona Terrace…
Supreme Court Hears Case on Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Bankruptcy
On January 17, 2017, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Midland Funding v. Johnson…
Attorneys Ghayyad and Maciolek Chosen to Attend 2017 Wisconsin State Bar Young Lawyers Conference and Leadership Summit
The firm congratulates Murphy Desmond lawyers Maryam Ghayyad and Mark Maciolek, as they have both been selected to …
Social Security Administration Stops Mailing Statements to Certain Group
Due to budget restrictions, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will make changes to the mailings of important…
DeKraay Becomes Shareholder
The firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Sarah DeKraay has become a shareholder with Murphy Desmond S.C., eff…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named on 2016 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Congratulations to the following Murphy Desmond attorneys who have been named on lists for 2016 Wisconsin Super Law…
Brickl Receives Unsung Heroes Award
On December 1, 2016, Murphy Desmond office manager Kathy Brickl was honored at a luncheon in Milwaukee for an "Unsu…
Murphy Desmond S.C. Ranked in 2017 "Best Law Firms"
Murphy Desmond S.C. has been ranked in the 2017 U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list re…
IRS Due Diligence Initiative Focuses on Tax Preparers
As part of its Due Diligence Initiative, the IRS is sending letters to tax preparers it suspects are not performing…
Morgan and Helland Present to WWBIC at Firm's Madison Office
Attorneys Bill Morgan and Alison Helland presented seminars through Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporati…
Bechler Named 2017 "Lawyer of the Year"
Attorney Larry Bechler has been named 2017 "Lawyer of the Year-Municipal Law" in Madison, Wisconsin, by Best Lawyer…
Mendoza on Board of Downtown Madison Rotary
Attorney Mario Mendoza has joined the Board of Directors at the Rotary Club of Madison for a 2-year term.…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Recognized by 2017 Best Lawyers® in America
Murphy Desmond is pleased to announce that 13 of our lawyers have been named to 2017 Best Lawyers® in America i…
U.S. Department of Justice Seeks a Definite Decision on President Obama's Executive Actions on Immigration
On July 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Justice asked the U.S. Supreme Court for a rehearing before nine justices …
Seventh Circuit Court Upholds Court's Decision in Trade Well Int'l v. United Cent. Bank (Trade Well II)
On June 17, 2016, a three-judge panel of the United States Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the trial court'…
Firm Sponsors 2016 Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference
Murphy Desmond is pleased to again be a sponsor of the Wisconsin Entrepreneurs' Conference on June 7-8, 2016, at th…
Immigration attorney Lopez Interviewed on WKOW
Farming in Wisconsin is one of the many industries affected by immigration laws.…
Attorney Roy Fine Joins Murphy Desmond
Appleton attorney, Roy Fine, has joined Murphy Desmond's business, estate planning and intellectual property practi…
Attorney Lopez Receives Immigration Award
Immigration lawyer Glorily Lopez has received an award from ThreeBest Rated, an online rating organization that ran…
The PATH Act: Restrictions on Claims For Certain Credits
With tax season under way, make sure you are aware of changes included in the PATH Act as it relates to restriction…
New Requirements for ITIN Under the PATH Act
Did you know there are new requirements for Issuance of Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN) under The…
Attorney Lopez Interviewed on WKOW
Immigration lawyer Glorily Lopez was featured in a story on Madison TV station,
IRS Taxpayer Resources Available in Spanish
The IRS provides taxpayer resources in Spanish…
Criminal Defense Attorney Bruce Rosen Joins Murphy Desmond
On February 8, 2016, Bruce Rosen<…
Attorney Frank Summarizes Clean Power Plan Update
Read here for a brief update on the Clean Power Plan (CPP).…
Update on IRS-Related Phone Scams
This brief article gives information on protecting yourself from IRS-related phone scams.…
López Named on List of Most Influential Latinos in Wisconsin
Congratulations to immigration attorney Glorily López
Catch Attorney López's Call-in (Spanish-Speaking) Radio Show on La Movida in Madison
Please see the English and Spanish schedules of Glorily's López's radio show for 2016.…
Murphy Desmond Lawyers Included on Lists for 2015 Wisconsin Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Nine Murphy Desmond lawyers are included on lists for 2015 Wisconsin Super Lawyers or Rising Stars. They include: L…
Murphy Desmond S.C. Ranked in 2016 "Best Law Firms"
Murphy Desmond S.C. has been ranked in the 2016 U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list in 13 practice area…
Frank Presents at UW College of Engineering Seminar
Environmental lawyer Matt Frank will present on the topic of "Site Control and Due Diligence" on October 27, 2015, …
Four Attorneys Named "Lawyer of the Year-Madison" by Best Lawyers in America® 2016
Four Murphy Desmond lawyers were named "Lawyer of the Year" in their respective practice areas by Best Lawyers in A…
Congratulations to the following attorneys who were selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers In America® 2016:
Bankruptcy and Creditor-Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law: Bob Pasch, Bill Rameker, Ginger Zimmerman…
Attorney Frank to present at Conferences
Environmental attorney Matt Frank will present at two upcoming conferences: the High Capacity Water Well Science, L…
Murphy Desmond Sponsors the Badger Startup Summit Event at Forward Fest
Madison's entrepreneur and technology groups convene in numerous events at Forward Fest from August 20 through Augu…
Harlowe named Nation's Top One Percent by National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Attorney Hal Harlowe has been selected to the 2015 list as a member of the Nation's Top One Percent by the National…
Firm Welcomes DeKraay and Pellerin to Madison Office: Knueppel to Janesville Office
Attorneys Sarah DeKraay, Nicole Pellerin and Shanna Knueppel recently joined Murphy Desmond in several practice are…
Larry Bechler Co-writes Urban Agriculture
Attorney Larry Bechler has co-written a book entitled Urban Agriculture which is now available at the American Bar…
Casper and Frank Named Equity Shareholders at Murphy Desmond
Attorneys Tim Casper and Matt Frank recently became equity shareholders at the firm. Tim is a trial lawyer who join…
Murphy Desmond Attorneys Named 2014 Wisconsin Super Lawyers
We congratulate the following lawyers who were included on the list for 2014 Wisconsin Super Lawyers…
Join the conversation with Attorney Glorily Lopez on her La Movida immigration radio program
Immigration lawyer Glorily Lopez will be available to take your calls or text messages on the Madison-area Spanish …
Online Payment Option Available for Clients
Murphy Desmond clients are now able to make payments online through our "Make a Payment" button on the top of our w…
Murphy Desmond Work Cited Extensively by State High Court
Attorneys Bob Pasch and Brian Thill, co-authors of Wisconsin Collection Law, recently had their publication cited o…
U.S. Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Rameker in Clark v. Rameker
Attorney William Rameker and his team argued in front of the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Clark v. Rameker, an…
Former WI DNR Secretary Matt Frank Joins Murphy Desmond
Attorney Matt Frank has joined Murphy Desmond and will be practicing in the areas of Environmental Law, Renewable E…
2013 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Named
These attorneys were chosen to 2013 Super Lawyers: Larry Bechler, Stephen Beilke (also a "Top 50 Wisconsin" and "To…
Murphy Desmond wins #1 Preferred Law Firm 4 Years in a Row
The Annual Book of Lists, published by In Business magazine, names Murphy Desmond as the first place "Preferred Law…
Appleton Office Opens for Business
On October 1, 2013, Murphy Desmond opened a law office in Appleton, Wisconsin, to serve the Fox Cities and surround…
Mendoza and Morgan Named Shareholders
Attorneys Mario Mendoza and William E. Morgan have been named Shareholders at Murphy Desmond S.C. Mario's practice …
