Atty. Michael Donnelly Murphy

Atty. Michael Donnelly Murphy

Michael Donnelly Murphy is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, business law and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Donnelly Murphy at a glance

Michael Donnelly Murphy is an Associate based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at David Bass And Associates. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (2003). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 2000) and Oberlin College (B.A., 1996). Active member of Litigation Section, American Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Donnelly Murphy is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, business law and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michael practices at David Bass & Associates in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Donnelly Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Donnelly Murphy

Where is Michael Donnelly Murphy's law office located?
Michael Donnelly Murphy's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is David Bass And Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Donnelly Murphy handle?
Michael Donnelly Murphy focuses on contracts, business, ip, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Donnelly Murphy practiced law?
Michael Donnelly Murphy has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Michael Donnelly Murphy go to law school?
Michael Donnelly Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Michael Donnelly Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 2000
B.A.
Oberlin College
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2003

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