Atty. Marc Shawn Murphy

Atty. Marc Shawn Murphy

Marc Shawn Murphy is a lawyer practicing financial services litigation, criminal defense, appellate advocacy and 19 other areas of law. Marc received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Louisville Louisville 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Marc Shawn Murphy at a glance

Marc Shawn Murphy is a Member based in Louisville, Kentucky. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, class action, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1984) and Kentucky U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. District Court for the Wester (1989). Educated at University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law J.D. 1984 Law Review University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law J.D. Manuscript Editor (—) and University of Notre Dame B.A. cum laude University of Notre Dame B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships American Bar Association Kentucky Bar Association Louisville Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) American Health Lawyers Association, Fraud and Abuse practice group, member. Serands clients in Louisville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marc Shawn Murphy is a lawyer practicing financial services litigation, criminal defense, appellate advocacy and 19 other areas of law
  • Marc received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Marc practices in Louisville, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Marc Shawn Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Marc Shawn Murphy

Where is Marc Shawn Murphy's law office located?
Marc Shawn Murphy's law practice is located in Louisville, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marc Shawn Murphy handle?
Marc Shawn Murphy focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, class action, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Marc Shawn Murphy practiced law?
Marc Shawn Murphy has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Marc Shawn Murphy go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Marc Shawn Murphy received?
Marc Shawn Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law J.D. 1984 Law Review University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law J.D. Manuscript Editor
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University of Notre Dame B.A. cum laude University of Notre Dame B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1984
Kentucky U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. District Court for the Wester
Admitted: 1989

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