Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Litigation - Bankruptcy
Harold B. Murphy
Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Harry is the founder and Director of Murphy & King’s Restructuring Practice and has more than thirty-five years’ experience representing major stakeholders in the restructuring of financially troubled companies. He frequently represents debtor companies and entrepreneurs, creditors’ committees, trustees and receivers and acquirers in out-of-court restructurings and Chapter 7 and 11 bankruptcy cases. Recognized by Chambers USA as the Star Individual in the Massachusetts Band 1 rankings of bankruptcy practitioners, Harry has been cited as the ‘go to guy’ for debtor cases and for his expertise and creativity in delivering outstanding results for his clients. Harry is a Fellow in the American College of Bankruptcy, and he has been recognized as a Best Lawyer, Lawyer of the Year, and a Top 10 Lawyer in Massachusetts by local and national publications.
Overview
- Suffolk University, JD, graduated 1981
- Suffolk University, JD, graduated 1981
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Litigation - Bankruptcy, Boston (2025)
- Litigation - Bankruptcy, Boston (2014)
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Boston (2013)
- Litigation - Bankruptcy, Boston (2012)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
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