Atty. James Anthony Murphy
James Anthony Murphy is a lawyer practicing litigated and tried cases involving software licenses, copyright and patent issues, unfair competition and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from St.
Copyright and Patent Issues & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 52+ Years Experience
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About James Anthony Murphy at a Glance
James Anthony Murphy is a Founding Shareholder based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Murphy, Pearson, Bradley & Feeney A Professional Corporation. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on copyright and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1974) and Maryland (2008). Educated at University of California School of Law, Davis (J.D., 1974) and St. Mary's College (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California American Board of Trial Advocates Association of Defense Counsel American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Anthony Murphy
- James Anthony Murphy is a lawyer practicing litigated and tried cases involving software licenses, copyright and patent issues, unfair competition and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from St. Mary's College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices at Murphy, Pearson, Bradley & Feeney A Professional Corporation in San Francisco, CA
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Copyright Law in San Francisco
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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 San Francisco 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
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Why Clients in San Francisco Choose James Anthony Murphy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Anthony Murphy's practice in the field of copyright and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Anthony Murphy brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and Maryland, James Anthony Murphy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering copyright and litigation, James Anthony Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means James Anthony Murphy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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