Referrals

Serving Clients Across New York State

Hacker Murphy offers referral fees for personal injury, medical malpractice, and tax-certified cases taken on a contingency basis, paying the maximum fee allowed by law in New York State. Referral fees are paid promptly, with a detailed list of expenses and a precise calculation of all legal fees provided to the referring counsel.

Hacker Murphy welcomes referrals from attorneys and law firms across New York State, other U.S. states, and Canada. Serving clients throughout New York, we are committed to keeping referring counsel informed about the status of cases. Whether you wish to remain actively involved in the case or prefer a more passive role, we ensure regular updates, with written notifications of all significant developments. Our experienced attorneys are dedicated to preserving the integrity of your attorney-client relationship throughout the process.

In compliance with New York State’s ethics rules for attorneys, all fee-sharing agreements must be disclosed to clients in writing.

If you would like to discuss a potential referral, please contact Managing Partner James E. Hacker or Partner John Harwick by calling (518) 284-3183 or contacting us online.

Our Satisfied Clients


“The service provided at Hacker & Murphy was beyond exceptional and I would highly recommend them.”

The service provided at Hacker & Murphy was beyond exceptional and I would highly recommend them. Julie Nociolo was professional, respectful and knowledgeable. Her representation of my family member went above and beyond that of what you might see at some firms. She was compassionate and took the time to explain every little detail of the litigation. She has extreme patience when dealing with our questions and never over promised. She was confident, respectful and determined while In court giving my family Member the strength she needed while in of the judge. I cannot thank Julie and the firm enough for their time and effort!


“Her expertise, dedication, and compassion are commendable, and I am immensely thankful for her support and guidance.”

Ms. Julie Nociolo provided exceptional legal representation and demonstrated unparalleled expertise and dedication. Ms. Nociolo possesses a deep understanding of the law, which she leverages with a strategic and thoughtful approach. Her ability to navigate complex legal challenges with ease and confidence was remarkable and gave me a sense of security during a tumultuous time. Ms. Nociolo’s commitment to my case was evident in her meticulous attention to detail, thorough preparation, and proactive communication. She consistently kept me informed of developments in my case, ensuring that I was fully aware of my options and the potential implications of each decision. Her guidance was invaluable, enabling me to make informed decisions with a clear understanding of the legal landscape. Moreover, Ms. Nociolo’s compassion and empathy provided comfort and support. She recognized the emotional toll legal proceedings can take and went above and beyond to ensure I felt heard, understood, and respected throughout the process. I am deeply grateful for Ms. Nociolo’s tireless efforts on my behalf. Her exceptional legal acumen and genuine concern for clients set her apart as a distinguished attorney. I strongly recommend Ms. Nociolo to anyone in need of legal representation. Her expertise, dedication, and compassion are commendable, and I am immensely thankful for her support and guidance.


“I highly recommend this firm and Mr. Knox, especially. He knows what he is doing.”

Mr. James Knox was my criminal attorney. I made a simple but stupid mistake which unbeknownst to myself, broke the law and was a felony which got reduced to a misdemeanor. He was confident from start to finish that he could keep me out of jail, He did. I ended up paying a fine. I highly recommend this firm and Mr. Knox, especially. He knows what he is doing. He is highly practiced and he cares. He was always happy to speak with me during his months working with me.


“Ultimately I was exonerated, and I have James to thank as a big reason why.”

I utilized the services of James Knox to help on a complaint against my license. This was my first time ever needing an attorney and he was open and honest throughout the proceedings. He explained how the process works and made sure I understood each step as it went on. The entire process lasted over 3 years, and James kept in touch with me as updates rolled in. Ultimately I was exonerated and I have James to thank as a big reason why.


“Julie and James were both absolutely great!”

Julie and James were both absolutely great! Things could have went a lot worse for me but they managed to get me a good deal! Hopefully I’ll never need a lawyer again but if I do I would definitely use them again! Thank you for all the help!! I can say these people genuinely care about the person they are helping and help in anyway possible!! Thanks again guys you were great!


“I can’t recommend Julie highly enough for anyone needing legal assistance.”

I wanted to share my experience with Attorney Julie Nociolo. As an international student, I had zero idea about the legal process when I faced an academic integrity case with my university, especially with a prior violation on record. The stakes felt incredibly high. Julie was a lifesaver throughout. Her support, expertise, and quick responses were invaluable. She made sure I understood everything and guided me to a successful outcome. I can’t recommend Julie highly enough for anyone needing legal assistance


“We really benefited from her guidance and had successful outcome.”

We received a fantastic service from the day 1. Julie Nociola had been excellent and worked with us very closely. Even though the University took long time to arrange the panel, she kept calm and was supportive. We really benefited from her guidance and had a successful outcome. Big thanks to her.