Don Murphy

Judge of the Orphans' Court in Orphans' Court District 2, Maryland

Don Murphy is a candidate for Judge of the Orphans' Court in Orphans' Court District 2, Maryland — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Republican.

Also running: Benjamin James Cullen, Amy J. Sareen, Bernie Dryden.

Don Murphy is a Republican candidate running for Judge of the Orphans' Court in District 2 in Dorchester County, Maryland. With a long history of public service, Murphy previously served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates representing District 12A from 1995 to 2003. He has been deeply involved in conservative politics, serving as a four-time delegate to the Republican National Convention from Maryland. Professionally, Murphy earned a bachelor's degree in real estate and finance from the University of Baltimore. He spent much of his post-legislative career working as a government relations professional and a federal lobbyist.