Profile
Premier Antitrust and White Collar Defense
Vaughan and Murphy is a highly specialized boutique law firm located in downtown Atlanta. Established in 1980, the firm has earned a national reputation for its expertise in complex civil and criminal litigation. Founders Charles C. Murphy Jr. and C. David Vaughan built the practice on a foundation of handling high-stakes matters that require a sophisticated understanding of federal regulations and business dynamics. Unlike general practice firms, Vaughan and Murphy focuses intensely on Antitrust Litigation and White Collar Criminal Defense. They represent businesses and individuals facing investigation or prosecution for price-fixing, bid-rigging, and other economic crimes, as well as handling significant civil business disputes.
Specialized Legal Services
The firm offers elite representation in niche areas where few other firms have comparable experience. Their core practice includes:
- Antitrust Litigation: Defending corporations and individuals against allegations of anti-competitive conduct, including Sherman Act violations.
- White Collar Defense: Representing clients in federal grand jury investigations and prosecutions for fraud, conspiracy, and embezzlement.
- Business Litigation: Handling complex commercial disputes, business torts, and breach of contract cases in federal and state courts.
- Trade Regulation: Advising companies on compliance with trade laws to prevent litigation before it begins.
Why Choose Vaughan and Murphy?
Clients turn to Vaughan and Murphy when the stakes are highest:
- Decades of Experience: With over 40 years of operation, the firm has deep institutional knowledge of the federal court system in Georgia and the Southeast.
- Proven Track Record: The attorneys are renowned for their ability to navigate the most difficult legal challenges, often achieving favorable outcomes in cases involving the Department of Justice or the FTC.
- Focused Expertise: By limiting their practice to specific, complex areas of law, they provide a level of depth and strategy that generalist firms cannot match.
Downtown Atlanta Location
The firm is located at 260 W Peachtree St NW in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. This location places them in close proximity to the federal courthouse and the city’s legal epicenter. If you need to find a lawyer for a sensitive federal matter or an antitrust issue, Vaughan and Murphy is the firm to trust. When you need to hire an attorney with the experience to defend your reputation and your liberty, look no further.
We pride ourselves in providing zealous, aggressive legal representation without resorting to scorched earth practices. We fashion creative approaches to complex legal issues.
When you are facing federal scrutiny or complex litigation, you need a specialist. Contact Vaughan and Murphy today for a confidential consultation.
Specializing In
Antitrust Litigation, White Collar Defense, Business Litigation, Trade Regulation
Address & Location
Vaughan and Murphy is located at 260 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
Building Location
The firm is located in a professional office building in Downtown Atlanta. The building is situated near the intersection of W Peachtree St and Baker St, just blocks away from AmericasMart and Centennial Olympic Park.
Suite Access
Visitors should enter through the main lobby of the building. Security or a directory will guide you to the firm’s office.
Parking Details
Paid public parking is available in surface lots and garages nearby, including the lot at 260 Baker St NW.
Public Transit
The office is extremely well-connected, located between the Civic Center MARTA Station and the Peachtree Center MARTA Station (Red/Gold Line).
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