Foreign nationals count on Timothy ("Tim") Murphy as an experienced guide to doing business in the United States. With his command of corporate, tax and immigration law, he advises clients on issues ranging from personal investments and visas to multi-million dollar corporate transactions. During his 30-year career at Shutts & Bowen, he has helped build the reputation of the firm and its International/Tax Practice Group. He leads the group as its Chairman.
Experience
Mr. Murphy uses his international experience to help clients based in South and Central America, the Caribbean and other regions from his Miami office. He focuses on state and federal administrative law, including immigration, international tax and general corporate law. Because of this broad range, his work may veer from guiding a personal real estate investment, to negotiating the $500 million purchase of an insurance firm. For companies in agriculture and insurance, he offers counsel on regulatory issues and business transactions.
A former Florida State Representative (1982-1984), Mr. Murphy is well versed in state and federal administrative law. He is also experienced in foreign investments and has participated in Florida Bar Association and University of Miami seminars on the topic.
Professional & Community Affiliations
Mr. Murphy has been involved in various organizations in South Florida. He currently serves Catholic Charities Legal Services as a board member and is past President of the South Florida Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
Education
- Washington and Lee University, J.D., cum laude, 1970
- Harvard University, Ll.M.,1976
- University of Georgia, A.B., 1968
Bar Admissions
- The Florida Bar
- Virginia Bar
Affiliations
- Dade County Bar Association
- Florida House of Representatives (1982-1984)
- American Immigration Lawyers Association, past President of the South Florida Chapter
- Catholic Charities Legal Services, Board Member
