Dorsey & Whitney Expands Phoenix Office with Construction Law Specialist
Event summary
- Richard B. Murphy joins Dorsey & Whitney as a Partner in the Construction & Design group in Phoenix.
- Murphy is the first Construction & Design attorney in Dorsey’s Phoenix office, which has grown to 56 lawyers since opening in 2022.
- Murphy brings over three decades of experience in construction law, representing major industry participants in billion-dollar projects.
- He previously served as a partner at Murphy Cordier Casale Axel PLC.
The big picture
Dorsey & Whitney’s hiring of Richard B. Murphy underscores the firm’s strategic focus on expanding its construction law capabilities in Phoenix, a city experiencing rapid growth in development and infrastructure projects. This move aligns with broader industry trends where law firms are bolstering their specialized practices to meet the demands of complex, high-value construction and real estate transactions. The addition of Murphy, a seasoned attorney with deep local ties, positions Dorsey to compete more effectively in a competitive legal market.
What we're watching
- Market Penetration
- How Dorsey’s addition of Murphy will impact its market share in Phoenix’s construction law sector.
- Client Acquisition
- Whether Murphy’s established local relationships will drive new business for Dorsey.
- Practice Expansion
- The pace at which Dorsey will expand its construction and design practice in other regions.
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