Atty. James T. Murphy, Esq.

Atty. James T. Murphy, Esq.

James has been a practicing member of the Florida Bar since graduating from the University of Florida College of Law in 1998. He is a former Assistant State Attorney with an outstanding record representing the state of Florida in many jury and bench trials.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About James T. Murphy, Esq. at a glance

James T. Murphy, Esq. is a Managing Partner based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Murphy & Ellis, PLLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, business, breach of contract, and litigation. Educated at University of Florida J.D. (—) and Florida State University B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Florida Bar Association. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James has been a practicing member of the Florida Bar since graduating from the University of Florida College of Law in 1998
  • He is a former Assistant State Attorney with an outstanding record representing the state of Florida in many jury and bench trials
  • He is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator
  • In 2002, James moved from the State Attorney's Office to the law firm of Gobelman Love Gavin Blazs and Mathis
  • As an associate at Gobelman Love, James represented physicians in medical malpractice litigation, and he continues to practice medical malpractice law
  • James left Gobelman Love in 2005 to expand his practice to include business litigation
  • Since 2005, James has become general counsel for multiple small and medium businesses throughout Florida
  • The businesses he represents range from one to 150 employees
  • His extensive litigation experience helps him draft agreements that avoid costly contract disputes and limit his business clients' future liability and legal expenses

Practice Areas Explained

James T. Murphy, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Breach of Contract

James T. Murphy, Esq. is one of 5,938 breach of contract attorneys indexed nationally. Browse breach of contract attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Jacksonville 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James T. Murphy, Esq.

Where is James T. Murphy, Esq.'s law office located?
James T. Murphy, Esq.'s law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Murphy & Ellis, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. Murphy, Esq. handle?
James T. Murphy, Esq. focuses on formation, contracts, business, breach of contract, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James T. Murphy, Esq. practiced law?
James T. Murphy, Esq. has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James T. Murphy, Esq. go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has James T. Murphy, Esq. received?
James T. Murphy, Esq.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of Florida J.D.
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Florida State University B.S.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

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