Atty. Barbara A Murphy

Atty. Barbara A Murphy

Barbara A Murphy is a lawyer practicing itc section 337 litigation, intellectual property, international trade regulation and 7 other areas of law. Barbara received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Washington Washington 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara A Murphy at a glance

Barbara A Murphy is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Foster, Murphy, Altman & Nickel, PC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1982), U.S. Court of International Trade and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1984), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1982) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara A Murphy is a lawyer practicing itc section 337 litigation, intellectual property, international trade regulation and 7 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Barbara practices at Foster, Murphy, Altman & Nickel, PC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara A Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara A Murphy

Where is Barbara A Murphy's law office located?
Barbara A Murphy's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Foster, Murphy, Altman & Nickel, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara A Murphy handle?
Barbara A Murphy focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Barbara A Murphy practiced law?
Barbara A Murphy has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Barbara A Murphy go to law school?
Barbara A Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Barbara A Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara A Murphy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Barbara A Murphy received?
Barbara A Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1982
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of International Trade and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2007

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