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Murphy and Kilpatrick, LLP

Updated 2026-08-27 · 4,677 reviewed · 111 listed · Scored from 15 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(15) 63 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Real Estate & Title LawForeclosure Defense
Murphy and Kilpatrick, LLP
Services
Real Estate & Title Law, Foreclosure Defense
Reviews
15

What recent reviews say

Strong closings and estate work attract five-star praise for quick responses and transparent dealings. Long-standing complaints about surprise bills and poor call-back habits undercut that reputation for some clients.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • responsive communication
  • knowledgeable attorneys
  • reasonable fees when clear
  • welcoming atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • slow to return calls and emails
  • billing surprise charges
  • undisclosed hourly charges for all communications
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Best for: real estate agents and families handling probate and estate planning.
Think twice if: Ask upfront whether phone calls, emails, and correspondence will be billed hourly; some clients report surprise charges for all communications.

Strengths

  • Real estate closings handled A to Z
  • Paralegal Dianne Armistead praised for follow-through
  • Attorney Kerry Murphy patient with explanations

Worth knowing

  • Paralegal Dianne Armistead noted for responsiveness
  • Attorney Kerry Murphy praised for patience and clear explanation
  • Staff member Jennifer cited for hour-long email response times
  • One client waited 8 years on a matter with poor communication

What reviews say by service

Real Estate & Title Law
Praised for managing closings smoothly; real estate agent called closing process painless and well-explained.
Foreclosure Defense
No clear evidence in reviews; firm does not appear to actively offer this service despite directory classification.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.57 average across the 86 real estate & title law businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 62
Review volume 52
Review recency 63
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How quickly do they respond to emails?
Responses vary widely. One real estate agent reported replies within an hour; others complained of calls and emails left unanswered for extended periods.
Will I be charged for phone calls and emails?
Yes. One client warned that the firm bills for every minute on the phone and charges for time spent dictating or sending correspondence, even non-legal notes. Always ask upfront if you will be billed before calling.

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Last updated 2026-08-27