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Atty. Michael J. Murphy

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.

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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Murphy at a glance

Michael J. Murphy is an attorney based in Albany, New York, practforg at Greenberg Traurig. Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America โ€” Government Relations Practice (2026) and Best Lawyers in America โ€” Insurance Law (2026). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

About

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.

Michaelโ€™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 Michaelโ€™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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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.

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Where is Michael J. Murphy's law office located?
Michael J. Murphy's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Michael J. Murphy go to law school?
Michael J. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1991).
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What awards or recognition has Michael J. Murphy receiandd?
Michael J. Murphy's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America โ€” Government Relations Practice; Best Lawyers in America โ€” Insurance Law.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America โ€” Government Relations Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America โ€” Insurance Law
- 2026

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