About Marjorie A.
Marjorie A. Murphy is the founding attorney of The Murphy Law Practice, PLLC, based in Houston, Texas. Licensed to practice law in Texas since 1999, she has dedicated her career to advocating for employees in complex workplace disputes. The firm specializes in employment law, personal injury, and immigration law, providing a comprehensive approach to legal representation. Ms. Murphy's commitment to her clients is evident in her focus on ensuring justice and fair treatment in the workplace. Graduating summa cum laude from Texas Southern University's Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1999, Ms. Murphy achieved the distinction of valedictorian.
Her academic excellence laid a strong foundation for her legal career. Prior to law school, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Georgia State University in 1995. This educational background equips her with a understanding of the legal and political frameworks that impact her clients. In 2016, Ms. Murphy became Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. This certification is a mark of distinction, held by only a small percentage of Texas attorneys. Before establishing The Murphy Law Practice in 2010, she gained inexperience representing Fortune 500 companies in both state and federal litigation. Her work included cases involving the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Truth in Lending Act, and the Texas Finance Code, among others.
This experience provides her with unique insights into employer decision-making and defense strategies, which she now leverages to effectively advocate for employees. The scope of Ms. Murphy's practice includes various areas of employment law, including discrimination based on race, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, religion, or national origin. She also addresses issues of retaliation, sexual harassment, and wage claims. Additionally, her expertise extends to personal injury cases. Beyond litigation, Ms. Murphy offers employment law training and compliance education for employers, including executives, managers, and human resources professionals. This proactive approach helps organizations navigate legal complexities and foster a compliant workplace environment.
Active in the legal community, Ms. Murphy is a member of both the Houston Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas. Her professional accomplishments have not gone unnoticed; she has been recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2018 to 2025 and earned the title of Houston Rising Star in 2004, 2009, 2011, and 2013. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she effectively serves clients in Houston. The Murphy Law Practice is conveniently located at 24 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1800, Houston, TX 77046 — For consultations, Ms. Murphy can be reached at (832) 564-3804.
