Trish K. Murphy

Trish Murphy is the founder of Northwest Workplace Law PLLC, and she is truly a standout in the field of workplace investigations and labor law. With nearly thirty years of experience, she has developed a deep, intuitive understanding of the dynamics that drive organizations and campuses. Most of her practice is dedicated to conducting high-quality, impartial investigations—having completed over 300 of them to date. Whether she is handling a complex Title IX campus issue or a sensitive sexual misconduct allegation, Trish is known for her ability to navigate highly charged situations with total professionalism. What really sets her apart is her well-rounded perspective; she has represented employers, employees, and unions, and even served as a neutral for a civil rights agency. This means she sees the full picture and ensures a fair, even-handed approach every time. Trish is a certified workplace investigator licensed in both Washington and Oregon, and her expertise is so respected that she has served as a contributing editor for a major American Bar Association labor law treatise since 2015. Beyond investigations, she is a seasoned labor negotiator and advocate who has held numerous leadership roles in the legal community. When organizations need reliable insights and a clear path forward without the guesswork, Trish is the expert they call.