Bryan F. Murphy

Joined Burch & Cracchiolo in 1980

Bryan Murphy has practiced law for more than 30 years and is listed in Martindale Hubbell as an AV® Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 peer-review rated attorney. He has a varied trial practice, focusing on complex litigation in both commercial and personal injury cases.

Bryan's commercial practice areas include securities litigation, business and partnership controversies, real estate disputes, and attorney malpractice. Personal injury practice areas include wrongful death claims and medical malpractice. Bryan also has an active practice representing physicians in administrative proceedings before the Arizona Medical Board.

Honors & Awards

Ranked AV® Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5 in Martindale Hubbell

Representative Engagements

Representation of multiple plaintiffs in securities fraud claims involving oil and gas partnerships

Representation of a religious organization in complex securities litigation regarding the sale of time share units in a retirement community

Representation of trust beneficiaries in fraud and malpractice claims against a law firm and brokerage firms involved in trading of Treasury instruments

Representation of a Navajo family in state and tribal courts whose beloved was killed by an intoxicated driver working for a major utility

Representation of a Tucson family whose beloved was killed by a sleep-deprived ambulance driver

Professional Affiliations

American Bar Association

State Bar of Arizona

Maricopa County Bar Association

Reported Cases

Medasys Acquisition Corp. v. SDMS, P.C., 203 Ariz. 420, 55 P.3d 763 (2002)

Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. v. Pugliani, 144 Ariz. 281, 697 P.2d 674 (1985)

Community Involvement

Founding Board Member, Central Arizona Shelter Services 1991 - present

President 1991 to 1993

Founding Board Member, Alliance Linking Poverty and Homeless Agencies

Board Member, Khalsa Montessori Elementary School