Atty. Michael J. Murphy
With nearly three decades of experience in life, property, casualty, and workers compensation insurance matters, Michael J. Murphy is a skilled New York insurance legislative and regulatory attorney.
Government Relations Practice & More Attorney · Serving Albany, NY
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About Michael J. Murphy at a Glance
Michael J. Murphy is a government and insurance attorney based in Albany, New York, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Serves clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael J. Murphy
With nearly three decades of experience in life, property, casualty, and workers compensation insurance matters, Michael J. Murphy is a skilled New York insurance legislative and regulatory attorney.
Michael has been involved in many noteworthy insurance matters that have come before the New York State Legislature and the New York State Department of Financial Services, including most recently, ride sharing, climate change, and cybersecurity. Michael represents a number of national property casualty and life insurance carriers and, as a result, has strong ties to the major insurance industry trade associations and groups. In addition, Michael has a broad background in New York taxation, environmental and tort matters both before the Legislature and State agencies.
Michael’s practice is a continuation of his experience from serving as the Assistant Counsel to the New York Senate Majority, during which time he focused on insurance, banking, housing, and energy matters, as well as floor counsel. After Michael’s state service, and prior to joining GT, Michael was Assistant Vice President for the American Insurance Association, where he directed their New York government relations program.
Concentrations- Governmental affairs
- Insurance
- Finance
- Housing
- Energy
- Legislative counsel
- Regulatory issues
- Cybersecurity
Practice Areas Explained
Michael J. Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albany.
Government & Administrative Law in Albany
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Insurance Law in Albany
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albany
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Albany are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Albany Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albany-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Albany Choose Michael J. Murphy
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael J. Murphy's practice in the field of government and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering government and insurance, Michael J. Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albany
A Albany-based practice means Michael J. Murphy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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