Atty. James Murman
Phi Alpha Delta. Certified Mediator, 13th Judicial Circuit, 1992—.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 52+ Years Experience
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About James Murman at a Glance
James Murman is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Weekley | Schulte | Valdes | Murman | Tonelli. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on litigation and adr. Admitted to practice in Florida (1974). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1974) and Kent State University (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Murman
- Phi Alpha Delta
- Certified Mediator, 13th Judicial Circuit, 1992—
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James Murman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Murman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Civil Litigation in Tampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Tampa
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose James Murman
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 Murman's practice in the field of litigation and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Murman 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.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and adr, James Murman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means James Murman 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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