Atty. James Leo Murphy III

Atty. James Leo Murphy III

James Leo Murphy III is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental law, zoning and land use and 13 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Nashville Nashville 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Leo Murphy III at a glance

James Leo Murphy III is a Partner based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, zoning, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1981). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1981) and University of Tennessee (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Environmental Law Section, Real Estate Law Section, TBA Members. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Leo Murphy III is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental law, zoning and land use and 13 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

James Leo Murphy III's Areas of Practice

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

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.

James Leo Murphy III is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Real Estate Law

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

James Leo Murphy III is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →

Land Use & Zoning

James Leo Murphy III is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Tennessee →

Estate & Trust Litigation

James Leo Murphy III is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

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

James Leo Murphy III is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Leo Murphy III

Where is James Leo Murphy III's law office located?
James Leo Murphy III's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Leo Murphy III handle?
James Leo Murphy III focuses on personal injury, real estate, zoning, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has James Leo Murphy III practiced law?
James Leo Murphy III has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Leo Murphy III go to law school?
James Leo Murphy III earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Leo Murphy III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Leo Murphy III received?
James Leo Murphy III's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1981
B.A.
University of Tennessee
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1981

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