Atty. James P. Murphy
Jim Murphy has 20+ years of experience practicing intellectual property law, including successfully representing clients as lead counsel in jury trials across the country and proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Litigation Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL
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About James P. Murphy at a Glance
James P. Murphy is a ip attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Clark Hill PLC. Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James P. Murphy
- Jim Murphy has 20+ years of experience practicing intellectual property law, including successfully representing clients as lead counsel in jury trials across the country and proceedings before the U.S
- Patent and Trademark Office
- Jim helps clients secure and maximize the value of their intellectual property
- He also counsels clients on all related issues such as licensing, unfair competition, trade secrets, and copyright
- Jim also represents clients with intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions and has successfully negotiated multi-billion-dollar deals
- His clients range from internet-based startups to Fortune 500 companies
- Jim also litigates complex commercial disputes
- He actively advises clients regarding gaming operations, representing clients in courts and before the Illinois Gaming Board
- Jim’s industry experience includes automotive, electronics, medical devices, network communications, consumer products, vending, and gaming and entertainment devices
Practice Areas Explained
James P. Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James P. Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose James P. 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 P. Murphy's practice in the field of ip.
Focused IP Practice
Concentrating on ip means James P. Murphy's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means James P. 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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Common Legal Issues James P. Murphy Handles in Chicago
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