Construction & Design Partner Joins Dorsey in Phoenix

Richard B. Murphy brings expertise to law firm's Phoenix office

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:12pm

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A minimalist studio still life photograph featuring a stack of architectural blueprints, a silver drafting compass, and a sleek black pen arranged on a clean white background, symbolizing the precision and expertise of the construction and design industry.Dorsey & Whitney bolsters its construction and design law capabilities in Phoenix with the addition of veteran attorney Richard B. Murphy.Phoenix Today

Dorsey & Whitney LLP, a leading international law firm, has announced that Richard B. Murphy has joined the firm as a partner in its Phoenix office. Murphy is an experienced construction and design attorney who will bolster Dorsey's capabilities in the Phoenix market.

Why it matters

Dorsey's expansion in Phoenix with the addition of an experienced construction and design lawyer like Richard B. Murphy signals the firm's commitment to growing its presence and service offerings in the Arizona market, which has seen significant construction and development activity in recent years.

The details

Murphy joins Dorsey from a regional law firm, bringing over 20 years of experience advising clients on a wide range of construction and design matters, including contract drafting and negotiation, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance. At Dorsey, he will work closely with the firm's real estate, litigation, and corporate practices to provide comprehensive legal services to developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals.

  • Richard B. Murphy joined Dorsey's Phoenix office on March 31, 2026.

The players

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

A leading international law firm with a strong presence in the Western United States, including Arizona.

Richard B. Murphy

An experienced construction and design attorney who has joined Dorsey's Phoenix office as a partner.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to welcome Richard to our Phoenix team. His depth of experience in construction and design law will be invaluable as we continue to grow our presence and capabilities in the Arizona market.”

— Managing Partner, Dorsey & Whitney LLP

The takeaway

Dorsey's strategic hire of Richard B. Murphy underscores the firm's commitment to expanding its construction and design law expertise in the Phoenix market, positioning it to better serve the region's growing real estate and development sectors.