Atty. Patrick D. Murphy
For nearly 20 years, Patrick has practiced in state and federal courts throughout the Midwest. His practice focuses on products liability, insurance defense, commercial litigation, and construction law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 23+ Years Experience
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About Patrick D. Murphy at a Glance
Patrick D. Murphy is a Member based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Rasmussen Dickey Moore, LLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on employment, business, construction, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2003), Kansas (2004), Illinois (2004), and Nebraska Wisconsin United States District Court for the District of Nebraska United States District (2009). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law (J.D., 2003) and Kansas State University (B.S. Sociology, 1999). Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick D. Murphy
- For nearly 20 years, Patrick has practiced in state and federal courts throughout the Midwest
- His practice focuses on products liability, insurance defense, commercial litigation, and construction law
- Patrick is also a certified mediator, part of the Federal Court Mediation and Assessment Program
- Patrick has been involved in all phases of trial preparation and case resolution
- He currently oversees matters for numerous clients across several jurisdictions and has been involved in high profile cases garnering national media attention
- Patrick frequently presents on ethics topics, emerging topics in insurance coverage and litigation, and is a member of several state and national legal associations
- He also advises small business owners regarding legal issues that arise in the course of their operations
- Prior to joining Rasmussen Dickey Moore, Patrick was a judicial law clerk for the 29th Judicial District of Kansas
- He represented clients in default services and bankruptcy proceedings for close to 10 years
- Patrick currently acts as a Judge Pro Tem for the 10th Judicial District of Kansas and is involved in coaching youth sports
- PRESENTATIONS • One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Addressing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Small- and Mid-Sized Law Firms, 2022 CLM Annual Conference • Novel Product Liability Verdicts and Decisions, 2021 CLM Focus Conference • Shifting Liability in the Coming Age of the Autonomous Vehicle, 2020 CLM Midwest Conference • An Ethical Guide in Pretty Much Everything an Attorney Should Not Do, Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association CLE MEMBERSHIPS • Claims and Litigation Management Alliance • Missouri Bar Association • Kansas Bar Association • Illinois State Bar Association • Nebraska Bar Association • Wyandotte County Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick D. Murphy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick D. Murphy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
Employment Law in Kansas City
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick D. Murphy is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →
Business & Corporate Law in Kansas City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick D. Murphy is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →
Construction Law in Kansas City
Patrick D. Murphy is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Missouri →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Kansas City
Patrick D. Murphy is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Missouri →
Product Liability in Kansas City
Patrick D. Murphy is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kansas City
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Kansas City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kansas 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 Kansas City Choose Patrick D. 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 Patrick D. Murphy's practice in the field of employment, business, construction, slip & fall, and product liability.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick D. Murphy brings 23+ 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 Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois, Patrick D. Murphy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and construction, Patrick D. Murphy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kansas City
A Kansas City-based practice means Patrick D. Murphy 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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Common Legal Issues Patrick D. Murphy Handles in Kansas City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick D. Murphy has experience with under Missouri 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 Patrick D. Murphy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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