Atty. James J. Murphy

Atty. James J. Murphy

James J. Murphy is a lawyer practicing international arbitration.

Washington Washington 68 yrs experience 68 year
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Profile Summary

About James J. Murphy at a glance

James J. Murphy is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on adr and international. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1958) and District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at St. Louis University (LL.B., 1958) and St. Louis University (B.S., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James J. Murphy is a lawyer practicing international arbitration
  • James J. received a B.S. degree from St. Louis University in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • James J. practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James J. Murphy is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

James J. Murphy is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 James J. Murphy

Where is James J. Murphy's law office located?
James J. Murphy's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Murphy handle?
James J. Murphy focuses on adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James J. Murphy practiced law?
James J. Murphy has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did James J. Murphy go to law school?
James J. Murphy earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (B.S., 1955).
How can I contact James J. Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James J. Murphy received?
James J. Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
St. Louis University
- 1958
B.S.
St. Louis University
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1958
District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976

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