Atty. Michael Terrell Murphy

Atty. Michael Terrell Murphy

Mr. Michael Terrell Murphy is a lawyer practicing appellate: civil, personal injury, lawsuits / disputes and 1 other area of law.

Houston Houston 21 Years Experience 21 year
Call (346) 800-3269

Profile Summary

About Michael Terrell Murphy at a glance

Michael Terrell Murphy is an Associate based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Vinson & Elkins LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Southern District of Texas District of Columbia Circuit Court o (2005). Educated at Harvard University Law School (J.D., 2005) and Duke University (B.A. Political, 2002). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Terrell Murphy is a lawyer practicing appellate: civil, personal injury, lawsuits / disputes and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Michael practices at Vinson & Elkins LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Terrell Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Civil Litigation

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

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

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Michael Terrell Murphy is one of 77,587 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Terrell Murphy

Where is Michael Terrell Murphy's law office located?
Michael Terrell Murphy's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Vinson & Elkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Terrell Murphy handle?
Michael Terrell Murphy focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Terrell Murphy practiced law?
Michael Terrell Murphy has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Michael Terrell Murphy go to law school?
Michael Terrell Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Political, 2002).
How can I contact Michael Terrell Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University Law School
- 2005
B.A. Political
Duke University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Southern District of Texas District of Columbia Circuit Court o
Admitted: 2005

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