Services

The Right Legal Representation For Your Situation in Cook County Illinois.

• Real Estate Services

  For over 36 years, we have represented many clients that want to buy or sell real estate, ranging from first-time buyers to seasoned real estate investors. Whether you are interested in purchasing a starter condo, a multi-flat, or a commercial building, we have the experience to guide you through the process.

  We realize that the process can seem overwhelming, especially on your first purchase. However, you can ensure a smoother transaction by consulting a real estate attorney early in the buying or selling process, even before signing a contract.

  See our buyer and seller guide for more information about real estate transactions. If you have any specific questions, feel free to call or email us.

• Arbitration Services

  Arthur J. Murphy has served as an arbitrator for the Cook County Mandatory Arbitration Program since its establishment in 1990. In the private sector, he has also served as an arbitrator in numerous three-member arbitration panels involving uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. In this capacity, he has been appointed as both claimant, respondent and neutral arbitrator. He is also an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association.

  Learn more about Mr. Murphy.

• Mediation Services

  Mediation is a mechanism for the settlement of a dispute which presents an alternative to a trial or an arbitration. The differences between all alternatives are stark.

  In a trial, of course, either a Judge or Jury renders a decision. In the arbitration process, a  single arbitrator or a panel of arbitrators decides the case.

  Mediation, however, is unique in that the disputing parties themselves decide the case, with the help of a skilled mediator. One might refer to a mediator as a “facilitator” – an independent third party who will listen to the issues described by the parties, and help direct them to a mutually agreeable resolution.

  Advantages to the mediation process are many, but some of the more important ones are:

  • The cost of the mediation itself will be far less than the cost of preparing a case for trial or arbitration.
  • The time element is crucial. Mediation is much quicker than waiting for the trial (and possible appeal) of a legal dispute. The parties eliminate the fear, anxiety, and risk of going through the legal system, and will be able quickly to put the dispute behind them with a satisfactory solution that they themselves have created.
  • Mediation is completely voluntary. The mediator does not make any rulings or decisions and no one can force the parties to accept a particular resolution. The parties are free to craft a settlement agreement which will work best for them.
  • Again, a resolution is only reached if both parties agree that it will work.

   

  Arthur J. Murphy is a trained Mediator and would be happy to discuss his services in this area. We would welcome hearing from you.

• Personal Injury

  The attorneys in our firm have handled personal injury claims for over 36 years, almost every type of case imaginable, from the most mundane rear-end auto accident on the Kennedy Expressway to major motorboat accidents on Geneva Lake.

  Whether your lawsuit involves defective hair dye, falls, slander, or attacks by annoyed Chihuahuas, we have probably already handled a similar case.

  Murphy & Smith, Ltd. provides representation and counseling in the following areas:

  • Automobile Injury/Liability
  • Boating Injury/Liability
  • Commercial Counseling & Litigation
  • Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
  • Legal Malpractice
  • Personal Injury
  • Premises Liability
  • Products Liability

• Reach Out

  If you need assistance with your personal injury claims, please get in touch. We would welcome hearing from you.

When You Need Help

Arthur J. Murphy

• (312) 427-3650

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