Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Sean P. Murphy
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
Sean P. Murphy is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law. Sean is also recognized by Martindale-Hubbell with an AV-Rating, denoting preeminence in law practice and peer-rated for the highest level of professional excellence and ethics.
The Law Offices of Sean P. Murphy & Associates is a boutique law firm focused on legal and compliance issues providing counsel to a portfolio of early stage ventures and established businesses, advising corporate clients, entrepreneurs and non-profits. The firm also serves as fractional General Counsel to corporate clients allowing them to reduce or avoid overhead costs of in-house counsel and the firm serves as Of Counsel to an AV-Rated Chicago, Illinois law firm.
Present engagements include representation of:
- a national chemical products business acquiring businesses, assets and operating teams around the USA;
- a HNW investor acquiring a controlling interest in a Registered Investment Advisor and control of management of its underlying assets;
- a nation-wide MEP and government contractor in determining and drafting numerous corporate policies, including its Ethics Policy;
- a developer of a seniors housing facility in Florida in real estate development, financing, healthcare regulatory and condominium matters;
- two HOAs involved in the investigation and resolution of construction defects relating to luxury condominium residences and common areas;
- an investment partnership making commercial loans in Florida and acquiring farmland in Mississippi;
- a start-up data migration software business in corporate, capital-raising and employment-related matters; and
- a Northeast US foundation supporting the establishment of public-private partnerships in commercial contracting, business formation and corporate governance matters.
Sean, who practices law in Naples, Florida, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sean is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
For more information, visit: https://www.SPMurphyPLLC.com
Overview
- Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, BSFS, graduated 1985
- Georgetown University, Master's in Real Estate Finance & Development, graduated 2012
- Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1989
- New York, New York State Bar Association, 1990
- Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, 1998
- Florida, The Florida Bar, 1995
- District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, 1990
- Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) - Series 65 License
- US Court of Federal Claims
- US District Courts (DC, FL (Middle, Southern & Northern), SDNY, and Maryland)
- U.S. Court of Appeals (DC, Federal, 4th, 9th, & 11th Circuits)
- United States Supreme Court
- New York, New York State Bar Association, 1990
- Maryland, Maryland State Bar Association, 1998
- Florida, The Florida Bar, 1995
- District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, 1990
- Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) - Series 65 License
- Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, BSFS, graduated 1985
- Georgetown University, Master's in Real Estate Finance & Development, graduated 2012
- Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1989
- US Court of Federal Claims
- US District Courts (DC, FL (Middle, Southern & Northern), SDNY, and Maryland)
- U.S. Court of Appeals (DC, Federal, 4th, 9th, & 11th Circuits)
- United States Supreme Court
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Banking and Finance Law
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Commercial Finance Law
- Construction Law
- Corporate Compliance Law
- Corporate Governance Law
- Corporate Law
- Mediation
- Project Finance Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Real Estate Law
- Venture Capital Law
Awards:
AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (Peer-Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence and Ethics)
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At the Law Offices of Sean P. Murphy & Associates, we provide legal services grounded in a strong commitment to our clients’ objectives and overall well-being. Drawing on formative experience from prominent law firms and high-growth businesses, our practice is shaped by a practical understanding of business needs. Each client receives prompt, individualized attention focused on addressing specific challenges through carefully considered legal strategies. We approach every matter with professionalism, integrity, and a dedication to helping clients navigate their legal issues thoughtfully and effectively.
Building on early training at a Wall Street law firm (Dewey Ballantine) and the U.S. Department of Justice, Sean Murphy went on to serve as Of Counsel and a Partner at AmLaw 100 firms, including Squire Patton Boggs and Duane Morris. He has also held leadership roles as General Counsel, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Compliance Officer for several high-growth businesses. Sean established the Law Offices of Sean P. Murphy & Associates to provide highly personalized legal services designed to address the needs of emerging growth businesses, entrepreneurs, and a select group of mature companies. We recognize that legal matters can be complex and, at times, overwhelming, and we strive to provide clear guidance and steady support so clients can make well-informed decisions throughout the process.
We are affiliated with a network of lawyers and law firms across the country and regularly serve as Of Counsel on a wide range of matters. Through these relationships, we assist clients with commercial litigation, regulatory and compliance matters, employment matters, intellectual property, capital formation and raising, security and privacy, as well as other issues affecting their businesses. We also help clients access professionals in government relations and advocacy, communications, insurance, finance, and human resources.
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