Atty. Michael W Murphy

Atty. Michael W Murphy

Michael W Murphy is a lawyer practicing business law, business planning, corporations and 8 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Phoenix Phoenix 37 Years Experience 37 year
Call (480) 916-9609

Profile Summary

About Michael W Murphy at a glance

Michael W Murphy is a Shareholder based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Milligan Lawless P C. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1989), New York (1989), and U.S. Tax Court (1990). Educated at Arizona State University (J.D., 1989) and University of Colorado at Boulder (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Arizona. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael W Murphy is a lawyer practicing business law, business planning, corporations and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado at Boulder in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Michael practices at Milligan Lawless, P.C. in Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael W Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Michael W Murphy is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Arizona →

Trusts

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Probate

Michael W Murphy is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Arizona →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael W Murphy is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Arizona →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael W Murphy

Where is Michael W Murphy's law office located?
Michael W Murphy's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Milligan Lawless P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael W Murphy handle?
Michael W Murphy focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Michael W Murphy practiced law?
Michael W Murphy has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael W Murphy go to law school?
Michael W Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Michael W Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael W Murphy received?
Michael W Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Arizona State University
- 1989
B.S.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1990

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