Atty. Peter R. Murphy

Atty. Peter R. Murphy

Peter R. Murphy is a lawyer practicing business law, intellectual property, media law and 4 other areas of law.

Toronto Toronto 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Peter R. Murphy at a glance

Peter R. Murphy is a Partner based in Toronto, Ontario. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, ip, entertainment, and energy. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1995). Educated at University of Toronto (J.D., 1993) and University of Western Ontario Ivey Business School (B.A. Business, 1990). Active member of Computer Law Association Toronto Computer Lawyer's Group Canadian IT Law Association Licensing Executives Society. Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter R. Murphy is a lawyer practicing business law, intellectual property, media law and 4 other areas of law
  • Peter R. received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario Ivey Business School in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Peter R. practices in Toronto, ON

Practice Areas Explained

Peter R. Murphy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter R. Murphy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Peter R. Murphy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ontario →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Peter R. Murphy is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Ontario →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Peter R. Murphy is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Ontario →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Peter R. Murphy is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Ontario →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter R. Murphy

Where is Peter R. Murphy's law office located?
Peter R. Murphy's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter R. Murphy handle?
Peter R. Murphy focuses on business, ip, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How long has Peter R. Murphy practiced law?
Peter R. Murphy has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Peter R. Murphy go to law school?
Peter R. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. Business, 1990).
How can I contact Peter R. Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Toronto
- 1993
B.A. Business
University of Western Ontario Ivey Business School
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1995

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