Ratings and Reviews

{Jared Childers and Susan Barlup have been wonderful to work with, they are extremely helpful and always available.  I would highly recommend their services when looking for elder law professionals.

{So glad to know that there is a law firm that deals with elder law. It’s been a bit overwhelming for me . Susan Barlup and Linda Brantner have been wonderful helping me get things together for my mother to go through the Medicaid process. Thank you so much !!

{I was very satisfied with all the help I received from Barbara Stefanic. She always saw me when I needed her help with lots of paper work. Tammy and Cindy were always gracious when came into the office.

{Where do I begin.....When my brother passed suddenly in June 2015,  the journey through navigating as executrix couldn’t have been done without the help of Jarod and Barb - Angels that helped us walk through a difficult time. Always responsive, and guiding us through some bumpy times with family, making sure that everything was done by the book, and really standing as my champion in the face of family pressure... They stood behind me 110% and for that I am so grateful. I would give this firm 10 stars if I could!!!! Thank you Jarod and Barb!!!  These two make an unstoppable team!!!

{Tom and Hannah have been extremely helpful dealing with Dads assisted living,  nursing home and other issues.  I would definately recommend them.

{Barb Henicle and the entire staff have been a asset to me and my family after my Mother’s passing. They guide you through every step during a very overwhelming time. I highly recommend them to everyone and will continue to do so!

{For many years Mr. Murphy and Susan B. have done a great job helping the family with difficult elder care issues. They are always there to answer questions by phone, email, or face-to-face. An excellent law practice I recommend.

{The staff here is great. They guided me through a difficult time and are still helping me 6 months after the death of my mother. I would recommend them to anyone that needs help with elder care. Thanks Tom, Barb S., Barb H. and Tammy.

{I highly recommend Jared Childers and Susan Barlup for all eldercare legal advice and issues. Eldercare is a complicated and emotional process, and Jared and Susan have been invaluable in guiding us through this process to ensure that our Mom and Dad were cared for in a loving way. Jared and Susan helped set up wills, powers of attorney, and medical directives for Mom and Dad about 10 years ago, and did so in a very professional way given my Mom's uneasiness about death. In later years, Jared and Susan helped on the financial and property side, enabling us to protect assets for our parents' care and for our family's peace-of-mind. Jared is an incredibly calm, caring, and level-headed expert on eldercare legal issues. His care and concern was evident, as his first question to me when I frantically called looking for answers, was always "How are Mom and Dad?" He understands the emotional part of eldercare as well as the legal part of eldercare. Susan is also extremely helpful and ensures that everything is in order, and is always available when Jared was busy with other clients. Susan is detail-oriented and a whirlwind of activity, making sure that all clients get questions answered as soon as possible. In sum, Jared and Susan have been an immense help to my sister Natalie and I in navigating eldercare.

{Mr. Murphy and his staff of elder care specialist....Barb Stefanic, Cindy Sherman, and Sally at the Waynesboro office have been wonderful to work with. We didn't know how to begin when it was time to look into long term care for our parents. They have been there each step of the way to guide and help us!! Thank you so much!!

{They are wonderful! Jared Childers and Barb Stefanic have taken care of my parents', my husband's and my retirement, wills, and estate planning for years. They are both efficient and caring. Tammy has been a great help also. I can recommend them without reservation!

{We are so grateful to Tom Murphy, Barb Stefanic, Tammy and Cindy for their caring assistance and direction over the years.  Knowing that we made the best decisions possible for our loved ones (with the support of this office) is very important and comforting for our family. Thank you!

{When my Mother suffered a stroke in 2012 that required nursing home care I contacted R. Thomas Murphy regarding options to provide for her care. I meet with Jared and Barb S. and am very pleased with the advice given and the plan that is continuing to provide for Mom’s care. During the past six years I’ve dealt mainly with Barb S. but have on occasion dealt with both the Chambersburg and Waynesboro offices and have always received prompt, professional service from the staff. I highly recommend this firm for those seeking advice regarding Elder Care or Estate Planning.

{This law firm is outstanding in all ways! We refer people to this practice all the time! They are all so very helpful and dedicated to each client. Barb Stefanic and Barb Henicle are two terrific staff. Everyone at the Waynesboro office are excellent in communicating and helping clients. We could never have done our Dad's estate without them and they continue to serve and help guide us through the process of his estate and continue to take care of the paperwork for his wife who is in a nursing home. We are so grateful and thankful for them and their service. They have been a God-send! We have had our wills renewed through them and intend to do all future legal work through them. They certainly know what they are doing and we have utmost trust in each one. Mr. Murphy is a dedicated attorney who goes far above for his clients. May the Lord bless this practice and each one who is employed there. We just can't say enough good about them!! Thank you!

{I was OVERWHELMED by the legalities involved with trying to handle my Mother's affairs after extreme dementia set in.  The folks at R Thomas Murphy (Chambersburg Office) were a godsend!  From the first conversation with Susan B, I felt like a weight had been lifted from my shoulders!  She was knowledgeable, helpful, and easy to talk to.  She explained everything in a way I could understand.  Everyone there has been great to deal with, including the receptionist and Tracey who has been a great help too!  Thanks to you all!

{A few years ago I took over my mother's affairs. She got very sick and had to enter a nursing home. There were some issues with family members and I had no idea how to deal with it. So I contacted R. Thomas Murphy & Associates. They saw me within a few days. I was put at ease immediately, Jared Childers, along with Susan Barlap and Tracy. They got me on track and handled things excellent.. I have referred them to many people..very thankful for their professional knowledge of elder care..Put me at peace with everything that came along the way with handling my moms affairs.   Thank You!!!!

{Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming.  I am thankful for people like R. Thomas Murphy, Barb Stefanic, and Sally in particular who have been so helpful  in walking me through the painful process of selling my Mother and Father's home after my Father's passing. The weight of going through this whole process has been lifted considerably by all the advice and help from Mr. Murphy's Law Office.  They have also been extremely efficient and helpful to My Husband and Myself in preparing legal documents for our personal needs.  We give this practice and their staff an A+.

{Jared Childers was very professional and supportive at a difficult time for our family. He and his staff helped us with wills and POA documents that made it much easier for the family. Susan and Tracy continue to be super helpful whenever we need help during our sister’s care in the nursing home. We have recommended this firm to friends and neighbors many times!

{They helped me first so when my mom moved in with me I took her to them for a power of attorney and an agreement for my duties to provide care for her. They were amazing! I highly recommend them to anyone and everyone!

{I believe that R Thomas Murphy and his staff are highly competent and knowledgeable about elder law.  They respond to all our questions in a timely manner and are extremely helpful.  Thank you all!

{More than I ever expected to learn about Elder Law. Suggest that people become knowledgeable about nursing homes, documentation/language in their wills, what to pay, what to do if you have property being sold & any other information that you need.

{Good people, with integrity and knowledge of the field.  They do the job with compassion and expertise at one of the most confusing and complex time in a family's life.  They listen, explain and assist one through this difficult, confusing, emotional, and trying time. No legal jargon, explanations are done  in real English, with the work undertaken with understanding and patience.

{Very professional services.  Every staff member I dealt with was helpful, courteous, well organized and responsive. Special Thanks to Barbara Henicle, who was my case officer.  Mr. Murphy engaged in the process when required.  I would go to no other firm for future needs.

{I contacted R Thomas Murphy for help in planning for elder care for my mother. Susan Barlup and Tracy Hahn are very knowledgeable in elder law. Susan and Tracy made the process seamless. I would highly recommend them for your elder law needs.

{I highly recommend working with Atty Jared Childers, and his paralegal Susan Barlup, if you are planning for long term care or medical issues. After going back and forth with 2 other Elder Care attorneys, who basically did nothing for us except charge us for their time, Atty Childers was able to offer a very clear and logical plan to handle my dad’s specific financial situation. And he was happy to meet with us to explain, without charging us first.  Huh???  Does any attorney actually do this?  Yes.  Unfortunately my dad passed away before we were able to make all the arrangements, but we only had to pay a nominal fee for the work they did, which was more than fair. Give their office a call, they know what they are doing.

{Mr. Childers was extremely professional and helpful.  I had just lost a family member and had some questions to which Jared was kind enough to give me some advice and insight.  I  know that if any other issues arise I will not hesitate to acquire his services.

{My girlfriend and her husband had a terrible experience with an elder care firm and Susan stepped up and put them on the right path and took the time to make sure they were in good hands. Listening  to the horror stories of all the laws concerning the elderly when it comes time for me to seek help with my parents. This is the firm I’ll be contacting.

{I cannot say enough good about this firm. My lawyer, Jared Childers is the best. The staff that supports him, Susan Barlup, Linda Brantner, & Sally to name a few have been nothing but AWESOME! Helping me thru the death of my dad was a godsend & then taking care of my mom as her health slowly fades. My questions are endless and the paperwork overwhelming but they are nothing but professional, helpful, patient, caring & always there for me either by phone or e mail. I could not do this without them.

{I highly recommend this firm.  You don’t really think about elder law issues until you are faced with a difficult situation. I have experience with this firm in dealing with three different relatives.  They are knowledgeable and listen before they make recommendations.  They have been available for consultation via phone when the situation warranted it.  In all three cases, they have helped us navigate through all the required paperwork and processes. If the need should arise, I would use them again.

{Elder Law is a difficult situation to deal with.  Everyone at the Law Office is caring and understanding. Susan and Tracy have been wonderful helping me assist my Aunt and explain things to her every step of the way.  Everyone in the office is very professional and knowledgeable.

{My sister and I have had a great experience working with this firm in administering our fathers estate.  Jared Childers walked us through the process and Barb Henicle has been particularly helpful in handling all of the administrative paperwork required. She has been terrific! I highly recommend this firm.

{Everyone was very helpful in making our decisions and would recommend Amy Younker to be the contact person. She was kind and understanding the goals we were trying to reach.

{When our father passed it was recommended that we seek the help of R Thomas Murphy and Associates. I must say with this being my first experience with this type of situation, Jarred and his professional staff made the process a lot easier to understand by taking the time to answering any questions we had thoroughly. Amy and Susan never hesitated to contact us with any questions or concerns and spearheaded right into the next part of the process which was a relief knowing that there was minimal interruption to our schedule. I will most definitely recommend  R Thomas Murphy and Associates to anybody that needs professional assistance. Thank you!

{Thomas Murphy’s office simply saved me from a breakdown in trying to handle my moms needs! I seriously cried when I left their office because I knew that I had finally found the help that our family needed. It is stressful enough having to place  your mother in a nursing home but then having to deal with the financial end was something that I had never experienced. Tom and Susan took so much time with us explaining what needed to be done that first appointment. Since then Susan has undeniably been a godsend answering my many questions. She has always answered my emails or calls within minutes addressing the issue. I can’t imagine going through this without Susan! I have recommend the Thomas Murphy firm to anyone who will listen 🙂

{My family and I have been working with Tom Murphy over the years. Over the past few months, the contact and work has increased while working on my dad’s estate. At a stressful time, dealing with questions and paperwork, Barb Henicle has done a fabulous job in meeting our needs. She’s been available for calls, emails and office visits. It’s just a matter of bringing an item to her attention and she’s able to take over from there. I really appreciate her efforts. The task of paperwork and resolving issues would be more daunting without her help and input. Tom has a great, professional office that is ready to help when needed.

{I always recommend R. Thomas Murphy & Associates to anyone that have needs in the realm of Elder Law.  The most knowledgeable  professionals in the Tri-State area.  If I had to pick a favorite, I'd say to call Susan Barlup. Thank you to all the staff at R. Thomas Murphy & Associates.

{I recommend R Thomas Murphy & Associates for Elder Law. During this difficult time, they are kind & caring but yet very detailed. Susan is quick to respond, helpful with creating checklists, and has great follow-up.

{I am very pleased with the services provided by Murphy & Associates over the last several years as our parents' health deteriorated and we needed to find skilled care for them.  Navigating the maze of elder health care, long term care facilities and Medicaid can be extremely difficult.  Attorney Tom Murphy and his staff, especially Susan, were extremely professional and friendly, always took our calls, and answered sooooo many questions as this was all new to us.  I would highly recommend them!

{Friendly & professional service and advice with funeral arrangements. I very much recommend to anyone who needs guidance with family matters or things they need an outside hand with outside of their family to handle. Sort of pricey, but worth it, because at the end of the day; you'll regret not having anything in place when that time does come.

{Tom and his staff have been assisting our family for many years — two generations, in fact. His wonderful assistant, Tammy Hodder, has always been a terrific help as well. We recommend their elder law legal services and advice to folks looking for quality, no nonsense legal counsel.

{I would highly recommend R. Thomas Murphy's firm for handling your estate needs Jared and Amy were a God send when it was time to do both my father's estate and my mother's.  I  have now placed my estate planning in their hands with the greatest confidence my best interests will be attended to properly.

{My siblings and I made a wise choice in selecting R. Thomas Murphy's law firm to represent us in the handling of our mother's estate. After our first two meetings, we realized we were in very capable hands, those of Attorney Jared Childers and his estate assistant, Amanda Langland. Our initial questions were thoroughly answered, and helpful suggestions were made. Most of the remainder of our meetings were conducted by Amanda.  She was very knowledgeable, professional, and sensitive to the recent loss of our Mother. Amanda was punctual, organized, and informative. Meetings were planned to accommodate our schedules, and our phone calls were returned in a timely manner. We always felt Amanda had our best interest at heart.

{Amy was incredibly helpful in setting us up with the proper forms and appointments that we needed to get started! Jared has also been a huge help to us as we began the estate planning process. He listened to our specific needs and was thoroughly knowledgeable. I highly recommend their law office to anyone!

{I could not be happier with the level of service I have received. Missy has been terrific in helping me navigate the financial waters of elder care for my mother. Another family member also used Thomas Murphy for elder care advice a few years ago and had the same great experience. I highly recommend them.

{We have had this Law firm since around 2014. They are excellent in their field of expertise. They communicate so well and are so helpful with Eldercare law. Barb Henicle is a wonderful person to work with. She has been a true blessing to our family for several years. We are so grateful to her and the entire staff at Murphy and Associates. We are always referring people to them because they truly help families. We could not have taken care of the financial end of our parents estates without their guidance and input. They took care of everything and gave us a great sense of peace through our journey. May the Lord continue to bless this law firm.

{R Thomas Murphy and Associates have been excellent with providing assistance with nursing home and Medicaid transition. They are professional and always provide excellent guidance and assistance. I really appreciate all they do for their customers. I can’t say enough about Susan Barlup. She is so helpful and responsive. Her willingness to help, her knowledge, kindness and patience is outstanding!