Rapper Remy MA Retains Attorney William H. “Billy” Murphy Jr.
Murphy continues a legacy of legal excellence
(BALTIMORE – August 5, 2008) – Remy “Remy Ma” Smith, who was convicted of assault, weapons possession, and attempted coercion has retained the legal services of noted trial attorney William “Billy” Murphy Jr. Murphy, a former State Circuit Court Judge based in Baltimore. Murphy is one of America’s most successful and prominent trial lawyers.
Murphy gained national recognition in 1998 by gaining the acquittal of fight promoter Don King on federal charges of defrauding Lloyd’s of London in New York City. Murphy, a senior partner in the Murphy Firm based in Baltimore, has represented rappers DMX, Missy Elliott, Red Man, and Mary J. Blige.
“With the addition of Mr. Murphy, Ravenell and Levitt, I now believe I have assembled a team that will have the might and expertise to tell my side of the story,” said Ms. Smith. “I am confident that after hearing everything, my side will prevail. Mr. Murphy comes highly recommended and I am pleased that he has agreed to lead my defense team.”
“We are pleased to handle Remy Ma’s appeal. We are confident that when we present all of the facts, the public for the first time will get a true picture of what actually happened; and Remy will be vindicated,” said Mr. Murphy.
Murphy will be assisted on the appeal by his partner, Kenneth Ravenell, and New York Attorney Richard Levitt.
“With the addition of Mr. Murphy, Ravenell and Levitt, I now believe I have assembled a team that will have the might and expertise to tell my side of the story,” said Ms. Smith. “I am confident that after hearing everything, my side will prevail. Mr. Murphy comes highly recommended and I am pleased that he has agreed to lead my defense team.”
Most recently, Murphy was successful in reversing a 1.6 million dollar verdict against rapper DMX, and helping to secure a $35 million dollar civil judgment for Former Baltimore Ravens All-Pro Defensive End Michael McCrary. Murphy was also recently featured in the critically acclaimed HBO series ‘The Wire’.
For more information please contact The Murphy Firm at 410.539.6500 or 800.277.0150 or call Jennifer Turner (Agent for Remy Ma) at 718.813.0625.
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