Stefanie A. Murphy
Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Cranston, Rhode Island
Marin & Murphy Law Firm
Practice areas: Criminal Defense, DUI-DWI, White Collar Crimes; view more
Licensed in Rhode Island since: 2005
Education: Roger Williams University School of Law
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2019 - 2026 
Selected to Rising Stars: 2012 - 2018 Call today:
401-228-8271
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1000 Chapel View BlvdSuite 260
Cranston, RI 02920 Visit website
Stefanie A. Murphy is a partner at Marin & Murphy Law Firm in Cranston, Rhode Island, where she concentrates her practice on criminal defense. She handles a variety of crimes, including domestic violence, violent crimes and drug offenses, with a focus on DUI/DWI and white collar crimes. Known for her strategic approach and dedication to her clients, she believes in providing personalized legal representation, ensuring that every matter is handled with the utmost care and attention to detail.
Completing her undergraduate studies at College of the Holy Cross, Ms. Murphy went on to pursue her legal studies at Roger Williams University School of Law. Honing her advocacy skills and bolstering her legal knowledge, she received her Juris Doctor in 2005. In the same year, she was admitted to practice in Rhode Island. Over the course of her career, she has defended more than 2,500 criminal cases across every state and federal court.
With a belief that the most effective criminal defense comes with a deep understanding of the system from every angle, Ms. Murphy approaches each case with shrewd legal acumen and extensive professional experience. From her first year of practice, she handled the full range of federal and state crimes. This early exposure allowed her to develop trial-level instincts and jurisprudential astuteness, which she utilizes in her practice today to navigate complex legal challenges effectively.
Throughout her career, Ms. Murphy has stayed committed to advocating fiercely for her clients' rights. She has placed a high priority on communication to help keep her clients informed on all legal developments. With an emphasis on customized strategies, she has successfully defended clients against high-stakes felony charges, protecting their freedom and futures. This pursuit to quality representation has garnered her the Avvo Client’s Choice Award and the Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum badge.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Criminal Defense: White CollarFocus areas
Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Criminal Law - Federal, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Expungement, False Accusations, Felony, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Parole, Probation, Sex Offenses, Tax Evasion, Theft, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime
- 50% Criminal Defense
- 40% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
- 10% Criminal Defense: White Collar
First Admitted: 2005, Rhode Island
Professional Webpage: https://www.matthewtmarin.com/stefanie-murphy/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Rhode Island Bar, 2005 (Bar #7252)
- Massachusetts Bar, 2005 (BBO #663646)
- Connecticut Bar, 2006 (Bar #425823)
- U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts
- U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island
- U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut
- National College for DUI Defense (NCDD)
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
- Rhode Island Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Rhode Island Bar Association
- Massachusetts Bar Association
- Connecticut Bar Association
- Newport Bar Association
- American Bar Association
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- State v. Derek Winslow — Murder Trial Acquittal (Providence Superior Court, 2023): Secured a complete NOT GUILTY verdict in a high-profile murder trial involving a 2014 homicide, obtaining full acquittal after a four-day jury trial before Superior Court Judge Kristin E. Rodgers.
- State v. Norberto Andrade — Post-Conviction DNA Exoneration Effort (Rhode Island Superior Court, 2023–Present): Represents Norberto Andrade in post-conviction proceedings after DNA testing excluded evidence linking him to a 1985 rape conviction; continues to pursue exoneration and release.
- State v. Collins Umoh — Motion for New Trial (Rhode Island Superior Court, 2022): Represented a former corrections officer and filed a post-trial motion after discovering evidence that the prosecution had materially misrepresented a key witness report.
- DUI & Chemical Test Refusal Defense: Defended more than 2,500 DUI and criminal cases across Rhode Island courts, achieving dismissals, suppressions, and not guilty verdicts in DUI, refusal, and criminal matters involving breath testing, field sobriety tests, DRE testimony, probable cause challenges, and constitutional issues.
Representative Clients
- Derek Winslow — Murder trial defendant; secured complete acquittal in State v. Winslow.
- Norberto Andrade — Post-conviction DNA exoneration representation.
- Collins Umoh — Criminal trial and post-trial litigation representation.
- Individuals charged with: DUI/DWI offenses, Chemical test refusals, Domestic violence, Violent crimes, Drug crimes and trafficking, Sexual assault, Federal criminal offenses, Probation violations, White collar crimes
Pro bono / Community Service
- East Greenwich Juvenile Hearing Board — Member
- East Greenwich Soccer Association (EGSA) Board — Member
Educational Background
- Roger Williams University School of Law, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2005
- College of the Holy Cross, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science, NCAA Division I Swimmer — Captain, MVP
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Author & Editor — "A Practical Guide to Trying DUI Cases in Rhode Island", 2nd Edition (MCLE, 2024)
- Rhode Island Bar Journal (2009), Author: "How to Handle Your First DWI/Refusal Case"
- Rhode Island Municipal Police Academy — DUI/DWI Enforcement Instruction (2023)
- Rhode Island & Connecticut Police Departments — Fourth Amendment and DUI Enforcement Training (2013–2015)
- Roger Williams University School of Law — DUI Defense Training (2011)
- Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education — Second Offense Refusals (2011)
Honors
- Selected to Super Lawyers: 2019 - 2026
- Selected to Rising Stars: 2012 - 2018
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating
- Avvo 10.0 Superb Rating
Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
Platinum: This award is granted to attorneys who have received at least 10 client reviews, and have an average review score of 4.5 or higher.
Office location for Stefanie A. Murphy
1000 Chapel View Blvd
Suite 260
Cranston, RI 02920
Phone: 401-228-8271
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2019 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2012 - 2018
