Atty. Michael Patrick Murtagh
Michael Patrick Murtagh is a lawyer practicing litigation. Michael received a B.A. degree from UC Santa Barbara in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years.
Litigation Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 16+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Murtagh at a Glance
Michael Patrick Murtagh is an Associate based in Seattle, Washington. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2010), New York (2012), and Washington (2022). Educated at Central European University (LL.M. UC, 2007) and UC Santa Barbara (B.A., 2006). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Murtagh
- Michael Patrick Murtagh is a lawyer practicing litigation
- Michael received a B.A. degree from UC Santa Barbara in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years
- Michael practices in Seattle, WA
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Michael Patrick Murtagh's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Murtagh handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Civil Litigation in Seattle
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose Michael Patrick Murtagh
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 Patrick Murtagh's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Murtagh brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, New York, and Washington, Michael Patrick Murtagh can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Michael Patrick Murtagh's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Michael Patrick Murtagh 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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