J. Scott Murphy

J. Scott Murphy

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027
Awarded Practice Areas
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Works at
Paul Trial Group

6 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Scott Murphy has practiced law in Florida for more than four decades, building a career focused on litigation, firm leadership, and representing individuals in complex legal matters. He began his legal career in Orlando, Florida, in 1983 with the established firm of Parker, Johnson, Owen & McGuire. In 1988, he became a partner and helped establish the firm’s second office in South Florida the following year. After returning to Orlando, he was elected Managing Partner in 1991.

In 1993, Scott joined two colleagues in forming Anderson, Murphy & O’Hara, P.A. In 1995, he was invited by a major insurance company to create and manage its Florida staff attorney program, which expanded to three offices across the state by 2001. He later shifted his practice toward representing injured individuals and families, a focus he has maintained since 2001.

At Paul Trial Group in Winter Park, Florida, Scott Murphy represents clients in Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs matters, including medical malpractice, professional malpractice, products liability, and insurance coverage disputes. His practice is dedicated to helping clients address serious injuries, complex claims, and challenging litigation throughout Florida.

Scott and his wife, Nicole, live in Maitland with their family. His daughter, Taylor, graduated from the University of Miami and later earned a doctoral degree from Florida State University. She currently resides in Augusta, Georgia, with her husband and son.

Works at
Paul Trial Group

6 Best Lawyers awards

Paul Trial Group logo

Locations

Bar Admissions

  • Florida, The Florida Bar
  • Florida, Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the Florida Bar

Court Admissions

  • All Florida State and Federal Courts
  • U.S. Supreme Court

Affiliations

  • Board Certified by American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys (Medical Malpractice) - Member
  • Central Florida Trial Lawyers Association - Member
  • Orange and Seminole County Bar Associations - Member
  • Florida Justice Association - Member
  • American Association of Justice - Member
  • American Bar Association - Member
  • American Board of Trial Advocates - Member

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 for work in:
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

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