Atty. David John Murphy

Atty. David John Murphy

David John Murphy is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, labor & employment, litigation. David John received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1972, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Nevada City Nevada City 52 Years Experience 52 year

Profile Summary

About David John Murphy at a glance

David John Murphy is a employment and litigation attorney based in Nevada City, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1974), Illinois (1977), and California (1986). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1974) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Nevada City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David John Murphy is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, labor & employment, litigation
  • David John received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1972, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • David John practices in Nevada City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David John Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David John Murphy is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

David John Murphy is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David John Murphy

Where is David John Murphy's law office located?
David John Murphy's law practice is located in Nevada City, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David John Murphy handle?
David John Murphy focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David John Murphy practiced law?
David John Murphy has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did David John Murphy go to law school?
David John Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact David John Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David John Murphy received?
David John Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1974
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1974
Illinois
Admitted: 1977
California
Admitted: 1986

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