Atty. James T Murphy

Atty. James T Murphy

James T Murphy is a lawyer practicing maritime law, environmental law, toxic torts and 5 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Providence Providence 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About James T Murphy at a glance

James T Murphy is a Partner based in Providence, Rhode Island. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1975), Massachusetts (1975), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and (1976), and U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island U.S. Court of Military Appeals U.S. Court of Appeals, (1976). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1975) and Boston College (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Federal. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James T Murphy is a lawyer practicing maritime law, environmental law, toxic torts and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • James practices in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

James T Murphy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James T Murphy 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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James T Murphy is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Rhode Island →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James T Murphy

Where is James T Murphy's law office located?
James T Murphy's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T Murphy handle?
James T Murphy focuses on personal injury, employment, product liability, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has James T Murphy practiced law?
James T Murphy has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did James T Murphy go to law school?
James T Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact James T Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James T Murphy received?
James T Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1975
A.B.
Boston College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1975
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island U.S. Court of Military Appeals U.S. Court of Appeals,
Admitted: 1976

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