Atty. Donald James Murphy

Atty. Donald James Murphy

Donald James Murphy is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, litigation, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Donald received a degree from Univ of Wisconsin, Whitewater, WI, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Madison Madison 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Donald James Murphy at a glance

Donald James Murphy is a Member based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Murphy & Pressentin. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1984), Wisconsin (1985), and U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin (1985). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1984) and Univ of Wisconsin, Whitewater, WI University of Wisconsin at Whitewater (B.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bars of Wisconsin & California. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald James Murphy is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, litigation, real estate and 3 other areas of law
  • Donald received a degree from Univ of Wisconsin, Whitewater, WI, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Donald practices at Murphy & Pressentin in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Donald James Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Donald James Murphy is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Wisconsin →

Wrongful Death

Donald James Murphy is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Wisconsin →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Donald James Murphy is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Donald James Murphy is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Civil Litigation

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

Donald James Murphy is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Donald James Murphy

Where is Donald James Murphy's law office located?
Donald James Murphy's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Murphy & Pressentin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald James Murphy handle?
Donald James Murphy focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Donald James Murphy practiced law?
Donald James Murphy has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Donald James Murphy go to law school?
Donald James Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Donald James Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact Donald James 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 Donald James Murphy received?
Donald James Murphy's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1984
B.B.A.
Univ of Wisconsin, Whitewater, WI University of Wisconsin at Whitewater
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985

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