Libby represents businesses and public entities at all levels of administrative proceedings and litigation. Her clients include school districts, colleges and universities, counties, cities, towns and police and fire departments. She has appeared before the EEOC, Indiana Civil Rights Commission and Office of Civil Rights. She has represented clients in nearly all of Indiana's 92 counties, as well as before the Indiana Court of Appeals, the Indiana Supreme Court and the United State Supreme Court. Libby works directly with schools, colleges and universities, municipalities, and businesses, and also works with insurance carriers and claims administrators to serve as insurance defense counsel.
Libby has substantial experience in defending personal injury, wrongful death, and civil rights claims filed against public entities, public employees, and elected officials. She has represented clients in cases involving:
• Injuries and deaths involving students, pre-trial detainees, and employees
• Title IX sexual misconduct, bullying, and harassment
• Sexual harassment and assault, including claims for negligence and failure to supervise
• Section 1983, Equal protection and due process claims
• Search, seizure, and use of force by law enforcement
• First Amendment free speech claims made by students, employees, and members of the public
• Employment discrimination, retaliation, and harassment claims
• Police and Fire merit board matters and related employee benefit claims
• Personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death claims relating to road design and maintenance, premises liability, and general negligence.
Away from the office, Libby enjoys life with her husband, Brian Murphy, and an amazing group of friends and family. She eats at least one cookie every day, and is a dedicated follower of Indiana’s First Dog, Henry Holcomb. She is an avid runner and has run a full marathon in all 50 states. She is contemplating running on all continents, but admits that may just be an excuse to travel.
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