Atty. Michael Bernard Murphy

Atty. Michael Bernard Murphy

Michael Bernard Murphy is a lawyer practicing appeals, appeals - criminal, criminal law and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Stirling, Scotland, U.K. in 1988, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Clayton Clayton 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Bernard Murphy at a glance

Michael Bernard Murphy is a City of Chicago Dept. of Law based in Clayton, Missouri. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, sex crimes, traffic, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2013) and Illinois (2014). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1991) and University of Stirling, Scotland, U.K. (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Clayton, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Bernard Murphy is a lawyer practicing appeals, appeals - criminal, criminal law and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Stirling, Scotland, U.K. in 1988, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Michael practices in Clayton, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Bernard Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Sex Crimes

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Traffic Violations

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Bernard Murphy

Where is Michael Bernard Murphy's law office located?
Michael Bernard Murphy's law practice is located in Clayton, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Bernard Murphy handle?
Michael Bernard Murphy focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, sex crimes, traffic, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael Bernard Murphy practiced law?
Michael Bernard Murphy has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Michael Bernard Murphy go to law school?
Michael Bernard Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Michael Bernard Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Stirling, Scotland, U.K.
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2013
Illinois
Admitted: 2014

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