Napoli Shkolnik Strengthens Legal Team with Former Federal Prosecutors

Sean P. Murphy, Jorge L. Matos strengthen the firm's environmental, complex commercial litigation practices

NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Napoli Shkolnik, a nationally renowned law firm representing individuals and communities in complex litigation, has expanded its team with the addition of former federal prosecutors Sean P. Murphy and Jorge L. Matos. Both attorneys previously served as senior trial lawyers in the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Puerto Rico, bringing extensive government trial experience to the firm's environmental and complex commercial litigation practices.

"Sean and Jorge further solidify the exceptional talent bench we've built at Napoli Shkolnik," said Paul Napoli, founding partner at Napoli Shkolnik. "As former federal prosecutors, they handled some of the most complex criminal investigations in Puerto Rico. Their talent strengthens our ability to take on the toughest environmental and commercial cases for our clients."

Hunter Shkolnik, partner, added: "The expertise Sean and Jorge bring from the Department of Justice is an invaluable asset to our clients and firm. Their backgrounds in high-stakes investigations, money laundering and transnational drug trafficking cases give them a rare perspective that complements and elevates our litigation strategy."

Sean P. Murphy, Senior Attorney

Murphy brings over a decade of experience as a litigating attorney with a background as a federal prosecutor. Prior to entering private practice, Murphy was selected from a nationwide pool of Assistant U.S. Attorneys to lead the Department of Justice's response to a high-profile criminal event, which became one of the largest investigations in the department's history. During his tenure with the U.S. Attorney's office in Puerto Rico, Murphy investigated and prosecuted complex transnational drug and money laundering operations. Murphy also served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Bronx, where he prosecuted violent crime, drug trafficking and firearms offenses. 

Jorge L. Matos, Senior Associate

Matos brings extensive experience with a career spanning both military and civilian practice. As a federal prosecutor, Matos served as lead attorney in significant cases, including U.S. v. Arthur Rodriguez-Sanchez, involving a seven-count indictment charging 24 individuals with international drug trafficking and money laundering offenses, and U.S. v. Juan Ortiz-Vasquez, charging 34 individuals with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances within the Puerto Rico Correctional System. Matos has also received multiple Army Commendation Medals for his services as a military attorney representing both the government and individuals in administrative and judicial proceedings, as well as performance awards while working for the Department of Justice as a DEA Special Agent.

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About Napoli Shkolnik

Powerhouse national law firm Napoli Shkolnik provides representation in complex environmental litigation, from PFAS contamination to ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions and more, addressing hazardous substances and their impact on communities. With a dedicated team of attorneys and a proven track record of success, Napoli Shkolnik provides exceptional legal representation and fights for justice on behalf of those affected by environmental wrongdoing.

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