I am a Florida licensed attorney since 2005.  I have been teaching since 2016.  I keep my law license active so that I can continue to practice during school breaks.  This allows me to keep my skills fresh for the students. Switching careers is one of the best decisions I've ever made.  

In February 2019, I was named Broward County's Teacher of the Year.  It was, and is, an incredible honor, for which I am grateful. 

Outside of practicing law and teaching, I compete in Crossfit competitions and dabble in dragon boat race organization and paddling.  I once managed a band for three years (check out BLAST on iTunes) and I have a performance background in music and theatre.  I perform whenever an opportunity presents itself.  

Interesting facts: I was on Wheel of Fortune in 2004, I used to be a ropes course facilitator, and coached an Ultimate Frisbee team from 1999-2015.

IN THE NEWS

May 24, 2026: Four Time National Champs
May 21, 2026: Nova Middle School Pre-Law Program Builds a Dynasty
May 8, 2025: Nova Middle School again takes top honors in national civics competition
April 30, 2025: CBS News: Nova Middle students win national title
April 3, 2026: “Some of the talent in this room tonight is at a higher level than some of the attorneys I see in my courtroom.” — Hon. Judge Ari Abraham Porth 
March 6, 2025: Kristin Murphy’s 'We the People' Nova Middle School team aims for third national title
May 19, 2024: This Week in South Florida: Tell Me Something Good
March 6, 2025: Kristin Murphy’s ‘We the People’ Nova Middle School team aims for third national title
2023: Nova Middle’s "We the People"  Team Named Best in the Nation
March 3, 2023: ​Nova Middle School law students win state championship
September 22, 2022: Teachers Sound Off on Florida Education Policies
July 10, 2020: Teachers Feel Overlooked as Reopening Schools Debate Rages on
November 25, 2019: NBC 6 BRAG ABOUT YOUR SCHOOL
May 7, 2019: Attorney Turned Teacher Making a Difference at Nova Middle School
February 22, 2019: She races boats, competes in CrossFit and is Broward’s Teacher of the Year
February 21, 2019: Kristin Murphy of Nova Middle School wins Broward Teacher of the Year
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