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John M. Murtagh is a Member based in Anchorage, Alaska, practicing at John M Murtagh. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1973), U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1973), Alaska (1976), and U.S. District Court, District of Alaska (1980). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1973) and University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Anchorage, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Atty. John M. Murtagh is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
- John practices at John M. Murtagh in Anchorage, AK
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Why local counsel matters in Alaska
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Anchorage are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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