Brandon Murphy

Criminal Defense Attorney and Appellate Advocate with Over a Decade of Experience Brandon E. Murphy is a seasoned trial attorney and respected appellate advocate with more than a decade of experience defending individuals across Indiana’s criminal courts. Known for his strategic litigation skills and deep understanding of the law, Brandon has built a career rooted in ethical advocacy and community service. Murphy began his legal journey representing indigent clients as court-appointed counsel in Blackford and Randolph counties. In 2012, he was appointed Deputy Public Defender in Delaware County, where he litigated serious felony cases involving murder, sexual offenses, drug charges, and property crimes. By 2020, his dedication led to his appointment as Chief Public Defender of Jay County, where he currently oversees a team of attorneys providing essential defense services. In addition to his courtroom work, Brandon served from 2017 to 2022 as an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Criminal Justice and Criminology Department at Ball State University. There, he taught law-focused courses and directed the department’s student internship program, helping guide the next generation of legal professionals. At Cannon Bruns & Murphy, LLC, Brandon partners with Associate Attorney Patrick Wright in maintaining a private practice focused on criminal defense, personal injury litigation, and representation of local government entities.