Overview

Hacker Murphy, LLP is renowned for its extensive expertise and reliability in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, and Commercial Litigation across New York State. Our dedicated team of lawyers and legal professionals is committed to the clients we serve, the advocacies we take on, and achieving positive outcomes.

At HM, our clients' success is our priority. The firm operates from offices in Troy, Schenectady, Saratoga Springs, and Albany, NY. We specialize in Auto Accidents, Medical Malpractice, Construction Accidents, General Negligence, Defective Products, Wrongful Death, Felonies & Misdemeanors, and a wide range of Commercial Litigation.

Founded:
1898
Size:
17
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Practice Areas:
7
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
9

Rankings

Regional

Albany

Tier
1
Albany
Appellate Practice
Tier
1
Albany
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Tier
1
Albany
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Albany
Criminal Defense: General Practice
Tier
1
Albany
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Albany
Litigation and Controversy - Tax

Rankings

Regional

Albany

Tier
1
Albany
Appellate Practice
Tier
1
Albany
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Tier
1
Albany
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Albany
Criminal Defense: General Practice
Tier
1
Albany
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Albany
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Tier
1
Albany
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Albany
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Albany
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
2
Albany
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Tier
3
Albany
Real Estate Law

Practice Areas

Hacker Murphy LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 11 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Hacker Murphy LLP proudly has 9 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

Albany, NY
Schenectady, NY
Troy, NY
The Jones Building
28 Second Street
Troy, NY 12180
United States
John Harwick
Partner
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