Atty. Gerard John Murfitt

Atty. Gerard John Murfitt

Gerard John Murfitt is a lawyer practicing corporate, business law, commercial law and 16 other areas of law. Gerard received a B.Com. degree from University of Auckland, Schools of Economics and International Business in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years.

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About Gerard John Murfitt at a glance

Gerard John Murfitt is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at VLP Law Group LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (2002). Educated at University of California, Davis (J.D. Finance, 2002) and University of Auckland, Schools of Economics and International Business (B.Com., 1996). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association (Business Law Section) Australia and New Zealand (ANZA) Technology Network. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerard John Murfitt is a lawyer practicing corporate, business law, commercial law and 16 other areas of law
  • Gerard received a B.Com. degree from University of Auckland, Schools of Economics and International Business in 1996, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Gerard practices at VLP Law Group LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Gerard John Murfitt's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Palo Alto 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 andnue, 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 Gerard John Murfitt

Where is Gerard John Murfitt's law office located?
Gerard John Murfitt's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is VLP Law Group LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerard John Murfitt handle?
Gerard John Murfitt focuses on contracts, employment, business, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gerard John Murfitt practiced law?
Gerard John Murfitt has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Gerard John Murfitt go to law school?
Gerard John Murfitt earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 2002); (B.Com., 1996).
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Education

J.D. Finance
University of California, Davis
- 2002
B.Com.
University of Auckland, Schools of Economics and International Business
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2002

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