"The Robing Room: CA State Judges

Hon. Daniel S. Murphy	See Rating Details
Judge Superior Court
Los Angeles County	See Comments

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* Temperament		(1=Awful,10=Excellent)
* Scholarship		(1=Awful,10=Excellent)
* Industriousness		(1=Not at all industrious,10=Highly industrious)
* Ability to Handle Complex Litigation		(1=Awful,10=Excellent)
* Punctuality		(1=Chronically Late,10=Always on Time)
* General Ability to Handle Pre-Trial Matters		(1=Not all Able, 10=Extremely Able)
* General Ability as a Trial Judge		(1=Not all Able, 10=Extremely Able)
Flexibility In Scheduling		(1=Completely Inflexible,10=Very Flexible)

Criminal Rating Criteria (if applicable)

* Evenhandedness in Criminal Litigation		(1=Demonstrates Bias,10=Entirely Evenhanded)
General Inclination Regarding Bail		(1=Pro-Defense,10=Pro-Government)
Involvement in Plea Discussions		(1=Not at all Involved, 10=Very Involved)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Pretrial Stage		(1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Trial Stage		(1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Sentencing Stage		(1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)

Civil Rating Criteria (if applicable)

* Evenhandedness in Civil Litigation		(1=Not at all Evenhanded,10=Entirely Evenhanded)
Involvement in Settlement Discussions		(1=Not at all Involved,10=Very Involved)
General Inclination		(1=Pro-defendant, 10=Pro-plaintiff)

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What others have said about Hon. Daniel S. Murphy

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Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA45268
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
He had a clerk who was extremely disrespectful. I'm not sure if she's still there.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA43063
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Inflexible. Closed Minded. 170.6

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA37819
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Judge Murphy is imperious. Jumps to conclusions that are neither based on fact or law. He thinks he is smart and judicious but he is not. He was recently totally reversed by the Court of Appeal in a published opinion (construction case). He likely cost the litigants hundreds of thousands of dollars and years of delay bringing a case to trial as a result of his erroneous rulings. An automatic 170.6

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA20521
Rating:3.1

Comments:
Weak judge who does not have the fire power to preside over civil cases with any complexity. He or his legal researchers rely on bad law. He is rigid in his approach to things and his conclusions support it.

Civil Litigation - Govt.

Comment #: CA17679
Rating:8.8

Comments:
Tried a case with Murphy about 3 weeks. During one side bar he got perturbed at me and it seemed he took it out on me in a ruling moments later in front of the jury. My co-lawyer told me I deserved it and should have expected it. Regardless, I still think he was fair throughout and did not put his own spin on events at trial. He lets in a lot of things, but every judge in LASC (except Judge Fahey) lets in crazy evidence and stories. This judge was very fair and I would say he is my favorite trial judge there. Mary Stroebel was also okay. Murphy is not defense or plaintiff oriented and he seems scholarly to me. I defensed the trial but it was not because of any particular ruling of his. The jury decided in our favor 11-1

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA16080
Rating:10.0

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I’m 37 year Trial Attorney and recently had 2 week
Jury Trial in front of Judge Murphy which also involved many Law and Motion and Pre-Trial hearings. Without a doubt one of the best Judges in the State.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA14622
Rating:1.0

Comments:
He will not follow the law and will make decisions from the hip. In employment cases he appears to biased in favor of employers or against minority plaintiffs. He won’t review the pleadings and is purely one of those judges that if he likes or dislikes a case his rulings are driven by that. Doesn’t like race cases.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA13381
Rating:2.0

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If you want a fair trial before Hon. Murphy...WAIT...you cannot have a fair trial before Hon. Murphy. He is not biased in favor of defense or prosecution, just biased about a case from word go one way or another and facts do not matter. Law does not matter. CCP 170.6 him and you will then be able to have a fair trial on the merits with another judge.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA13032
Rating:10.0

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I've only had Judge Murphy for a motion to compel, so I haven't gone through a trial with him. With this limited knowledge, I can say that he struck me as a fair guy. During my motion hearing, he wasn't rude or condesending. Very respectful of everyone. He seemed like a normal guy, not your typical arrogant judge. He granted most of my motion, which was consistent with the law. I feel comfortable going forward with him on the case.

Other

Comment #: CA7542
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
Didn't you ever realize that the judges are in cahoots with the lawyers. It's a fraternity of thieves. Calif. is a lawless state. The mafia was smart, they handle "situations" their way and not thru the crooked Calif. legal system. They get the job done and correctly.

Other

Comment #: CA7438
Rating:Not Rated
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Judge Daniel S. Murphy, He does not listen to the people, his opinions are based on lies that the public defenders relate on a declaration based on lies that are told by their clients, not facts. The Judge said I didn't get a chance to look at the evidence, but were going on what the PD is saying. He said did I make any decisions yet on the last court date, the Attorney reminded Murphy that nothing has been done about granting powers for conservativeship over my parents. Mr Murphy knew already what his decision was going to be, he in his own words said did I grant powers yet? Our evidence that we presented that my sister owed money for the VA, negligence on her part and many wrong doings in their house hold, selling drugs, stealing, controlling phone calls, listening, taking medications, credit reports for a car, taking their money. Our case was over in a matter of minutes. My Sister the petition er began to talk and Judge Murphy cut her off completely and talked about something else. He has no regards for the family and their feelings or thoughts. I tired to point out things, with the probate investigator, not receiving the right number to call. And receiving a call at 7:30 am before work. There was no deceleration for the petitioner of any investigations, it was a few days before the court date that she decides to call, although the other side had their story told with a probate investigator our story was never told. The probate investigator was called many times after getting the right number, but no returned calls. We found out that the probate investigator was told many lies in their declaration, but nobody find out about facts. If you get somebody by the name of Nancy as your probate investigator you will know your case will not be heard. You see your set up to fail. The Judge should be off the bench based on his lack of knowledge. Judge Murphy doesn't look evidence, its based on his thoughts and opinions. We lost in court yesterday, but our only reason for being there is to protect or parents from foul play with their money. Our parents are very old and have been neglected. WE had two doctors that said my Mother had dementia he asked her a few questions and said there is nothing wrong with your Mom. If you can change your Judge, DO IT!

Other

Comment #: CA6684
Rating:1.0

Comments:
Judge Daniel S. Murphy does not listen to any family's complaint. It is as if he already has his decision made up before his court begin. When he walked into his court room you can tell that he has decided not to go for the family. When he passed away I truly feel sorry for his family.

Litigant

Comment #: CA6644
Rating:1.0

Comments:
Read the comments. They sum up this horrible judge. No evidence for erroneous decisions. False statements. No knowledge of law. As an abused senior, he has consistently made rulings that caused me much more additional harm. He should be removed immediately from the bench. A disgrace.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: CA5893
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
If you want an entire estate for yourself, and to be able to follow your siblings the rest of their lives to harass and bleed their assets with no regard to the will or living trust of the deceased, then this is your judge! You can postpone the trial date till you get this judge, it can be done, I've seen it, just make sure you are the Petitioner, it's that easy.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA5892
Rating:1.3

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Judge Daniel Murphy does not look at evidence, he goes by his opinion not based on the evidence or facts. He misquotes testimony, doesn't pay attention to detail, and now after years of probate I have to go through the cost of an appeal. He makes $181,000+ a year and is not on the ballot this year for the vote because he has no contenders. What are Californians going to do about this? My mother's trust is not being honored! She is rolling over in her grave at this judges inept decision.

Other

Comment #: CA5875
Rating:2.0

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Incredible...Can't seem to make a decision even with obvious facts...What a sham for justice...

Litigant

Comment #: CA5689
Rating:1.0

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Investigate Judge Daniel Murphy in all of these cases commented and complained about on this page. My complaints are listed on this page already. Murphy needs to be exposed and the public must know what he has done and the hell he has allowed innocent people to go through because of his unjust rulings. His rulings cost our family estate to be depleted and given to lawyers to the tune of $700,000+ and the true beneficaries were denied what a trust states they were suppose to get all based on nothing but lies and false accusations. We lost an estate worth 1 1/2 million due to his kangaroo court. This judge must go!

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: CA5688
Rating:1.0

Comments:
Investigate Judge Daniel S. Murphy in the Casey Kasem file, LASC Case # BP 151 879.

Other

Comment #: CA5186
Rating:3.0

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I think your decision on Mr. Kasam, could have been the wrong decision. I have two stepsons, drug addicts, alcoholics, users and abusers. They have taken their dad and I (step mom) for every penny they could get. Till a few months ago, when we cut the 26 year old off and then the same with the 33 year old. Both of these boys can present sober, pulled together and charismatic. But they have no concern for their father, none at all. They come back around because of I have let them know about a surgery or medical incident and then they are right back in the pocket book. My husband and I are moving in with my daughter "so that she will watch out for our best interests. Our concern is that these boys will group together, join forces and convince someone that they need to take control of their dad and me, this means about $9000 per month in financial income for our retirement. They could not care less about either of us, unless it involves what they can get. Right now, when this wife should be able to spend time with her husband, meeting his needs, she is being pulled to deal with court issues, because of the selfishness of kids. Seriously, she was with him since 1980, that should speak for itself. That is what my husband says, we have been together since 2000 a court should see that as a sign that I am wanting my life with you, the boys I love them, but they have not been around to help with either of us. My daughter, our daughter (as he says) will take care of us, the right way.

I think you messed up. Kids can make things look however they want and with the assistance of a good attorney, you know that too. Did the dad really want to see these kids, probably not, otherwise they would have been there before now. If he has a debilitating diseases then he won't be able to give them what they so desire now, love, reassurance etc. and they can't make up for what they have not done up till now.

Other

Comment #: CA4718
Rating:Not Rated
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Please contact Judicial Watch at (626) 287-4540 if you have any comments about this judge.

Other

Comment #: CA4703
Rating:1.0

Comments:
He is the worst judge ever. He will stand before the Judge of the Universe and give an account as to why he allowed injustice in his kangaroo courtroom. He allowed the lawyers and court to rob at least a half million from our family estate, in a case all based on lies and false accusations, and would not allow us to present witnesses or evidence. He violated our constitutional rights, and I firmly believe that he was in bed with the opposition's lawyers -- and I wouldn't be surprised if he didn't get a piece of the pie, if you know what I mean.

Civil Litigation - Private

Comment #: CA4701
Rating:1.9

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He is horrible, unfair, doesn't follow the law, and is a lazy disgrace to the bench. Don't let him get ahold of your case. You will not get a fair decision. He will ruin your life. Run!

(How can we get him off the bench?)

Litigant

Comment #: CA2338
Rating:Not Rated
Comments:
A horrible judge! Totally disregards evidence and does whatever the guardian and her liar...oh I mean lawyer wants. We have been kicked out of our home that we resided in for over 10 years and are struggling to make it now becuase he rubber-stamped everything they wanted. They are selling the home and will pocket the money. His court is a kangaroo court for sure.

They will all one day stand before the highest Judge of the Universe and will give an account as to why they have stolen from a helpless widow and her fatherless sons.

Other

Comment #: CA2289
Rating:1.0

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My husband, myself and my daughter were denied reunification with my daughter. She is currently under guardianship and is with my mother in law who has an abusive history andI is a serious mental case. He told us we had to move to California from our life in Texas if we wanted her back. I have an 11 month old that has been raised here. We have friend's that are like family here I can't uproot our life like that. Its crazy to ask someone to do something like that! Let alone a family!He says my daughter is thriving at 2 years old where she is. OK? Well my son is thriving in a loving home too but has his parents raising him together.Texas would favor Lianna being home with us. This asshole doesn't know what its like for her or for us. My mother in law sent me a photo which the court investigator Pedro ramierez said could be faked and didn't send to Murphy, But its a pic of my daughter and step father in law with my daughters mouth on an opened beer bottle she was 5 months old! And it was beer! They drink everyday and she was denied an alcoholic free home? Why? Why my daughter? Why did he deny her us? She is our baby! Where do we go from here? I have never seen such and unfair judge if you can call him that.

Litigant

Comment #: CA2093
Rating:1.0

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A very unfair judge. It appears the lawyers and him are in bed together to rob our family estate. He disregards all of our evidence and this needs to be exposed to the public.

Other

Comment #: CA1963
Rating:1.0

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He makes major decisions that effect peoples lives, that can effect families forever without letting evidence of the innocence to be provided and explained. I believe the attornies and judge are preplanning the steeling of property of the innocent . He makes a major decision by what one lying attorney says without any proof of what he said was true or not. He appears to be nice and sweet but his agenda to steel peoples estates is quite evident as he disreguards proof and legal codes even presented in written form to the court. It's like he has never read what was presented.

Litigant

Comment #: CA1962
Rating:1.0

Comments:
Judge Murphy is not a fair judge. He doesn't look at all the evidence of truth. He is very discriminating towards his cases.