Atty. Michael David Murphy

Atty. Michael David Murphy

Mr. Michael David Murphy is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, health care, products liability and toxic torts and 2 other areas of law.

Cape Girardeau Cape Girardeau 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (573) 643-7977

Profile Summary

About Michael David Murphy at a glance

Michael David Murphy is a Partner based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, practicing at Spencer Fane, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1991), Florida (1992), Colorado (1994), and Texas (1999). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of MEMBERSHIPS •American Bar Association •Missouri Bar •Texas Bar •Supreme Court, State of Colorado •Bar Association of Metropolitan St, Louis •Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers •Defense Research Institute Fellow: in the American Bar Foundation, an organization whose membership is limited to one-third of one percent of the lawyers in each jurisdiction, and •Elected as a. Serves clients in Cape Girardeau, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael David Murphy is a lawyer practicing litigation and dispute resolution, health care, products liability and toxic torts and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices at Spencer Fane, LLP in Cape Girardeau, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Murphy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael David 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.

Michael David Murphy is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael David Murphy is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Product Liability

Michael David Murphy is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael David Murphy is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Michael David Murphy is one of 59,895 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Missouri →

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 Cape Girardeau 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 venue, 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.

Looking for additional Missouri attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Cape Girardeau or all attorneys in Missouri.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael David Murphy

Where is Michael David Murphy's law office located?
Michael David Murphy's law practice is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The firm is Spencer Fane, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Murphy handle?
Michael David Murphy focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Michael David Murphy practiced law?
Michael David Murphy has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
How can I contact Michael David Murphy for a consultation?
You can contact Michael David Murphy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael David Murphy received?
Michael David Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1991
Florida
Admitted: 1992
Colorado
Admitted: 1994
Texas
Admitted: 1999

Reviews

4.9
3 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.