Atty. Michael Walker Murphy
Michael Walker Murphy is a lawyer practicing corporate, business law, contracts and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University, and has been licensed for 19 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Redwood City, CA · 19+ Years Experience
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About Michael Walker Murphy at a Glance
Michael Walker Murphy is an Associate based in Redwood City, California, practicing at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (2007). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 2007) and Brigham Young University B.A. (—). Provides legal services in French. Serves clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Walker Murphy
- Michael Walker Murphy is a lawyer practicing corporate, business law, contracts and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University, and has been licensed for 19 years
- Michael practices at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP in Redwood City, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Walker Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Walker Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Redwood City.
Contracts in Redwood City
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Employment Law in Redwood City
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Walker Murphy is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Redwood City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Walker Murphy is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Redwood City
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Redwood City
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Redwood City
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Redwood City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Redwood City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Redwood City-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 Redwood City Choose Michael Walker 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 Walker Murphy's practice in the field of contracts, employment, business, real estate, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Walker Murphy brings 19+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, employment, and business, Michael Walker Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Redwood City
A Redwood City-based practice means Michael Walker Murphy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Walker Murphy Handles in Redwood City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Walker Murphy has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Walker Murphy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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