Terrence M. Dunphy
Attorney at Law
"Call me before you speak with the police."
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Specializing in Personal Injury
- Criminal & Civil Trial Litigation: Representation in misdemeanor and felony charges as well as traffic offenses such as Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs.
- Automobile Accidents:
Injuries caused by negiligent operation or maintenance of an automobile. - Premises Liability:
Injuries caused by an owner's negiligent maintenance of his or her property. - Medical Malpractice:
Injuries caused by the negiligence of medical or dental providers.
If you have been injured, call us for a free inititial consultation.
If your case is accepted, no fee will be charged unless we are successful.
Career Summary
Thirty three years of trial experience in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. One year as Assistant City Solicitor with the City Solicitors Office of the City of Springfield. Twelve and one-half years as Assistant District Attorney for Hampden County, Massachusetts. Twenty years of private practice since February 1, 1991.
Education
Western New England College School of Law, Springfield, MA.
Juris Doctorate Degree, 1977
University of Niagara, Niagara University, N.Y.
Bachelor of Arts Degree, 1971
Cathedral High School, Springfield, MA 1967
Professional Experience
1995 - Dec 2010
Private Attorney
Fallon, Sullivan Dunphy & Mulvaney
Private practice of law since 1995, with offices located at 115 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103. Defense of criminal cases and civil litigation relating to personal injury and medical malpractice. Partner in the firm of Fallon, Sullivan, Dunphy, & Mulvaney in Springfield, MA.
Feb 1991 - 1995
Private Attorney
West Springfield, MA
Engaged in the solo practice of law, with offices located in West Springfield, Massachusetts dealing with criminal and civil litigation.
Nov 1978 - Jan 1991
Assistant District Attorney
Hampden County District Attorney's Office
Hall of Justice, 50 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103
Responsibilities included:
Initiating and conducting investigations of criminal activity; advising the Hampden County Narcotics Task Force as to legal questions arising from their investigations; preparing various types of criminal cases to the Hampden County Grand Jury; assisting the Hampden County Grand Jury in their independent investigations; assisting and advising other staff members as to trial tactics, methods and procedures; assisting and advising on the formation of recommendations for various participants in larcenous schemes, drug trafficking, and other cases involving multiple defendants. Received additional specialized training in the field of arson investigations, use of expert witnesses, forensics, motor vehicle accident reconstruction, including the effects of drug and alcohol ingestion upon motor reflexes and impaired operation.
1978 - 1980
Private Attorney
Springfield, MA
Experience includes Workmen Compensation and civil litigation.
1977 - 1978
Assistant City Solicitor
City Solicitors Office, Springfield, MA
Responsibilities include:
Real Estate Tax Title foreclosures, small claims and collection litigation.
Served as prosecutor for the City of Springfield in Juvenile Court and in the Hampden County, Springfield District Court.