Atty. Patrick Guyon Murphy

Atty. Patrick Guyon Murphy

An experienced trial attorney, Pat Murphy's practice is focused on representing businesses in commercial, business and intellectual property litigation. His diverse experience includes handling matters involving contract disputes, non-competition and non-compete agreements, non-solicitation, real estate, adverse possession, easements, boundary disputes, property law, construction, intellectual property disputes, trademark and copyright infringement, trade secrets, personality, unfair competition, injunctions, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, product liability, insurance defense, disputes

Fort Wayne Fort Wayne 45 Years Experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick Guyon Murphy at a glance

Patrick Guyon Murphy is a Partner based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, practicing at Barrett McNagny LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1981), Indiana (1996), and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana (1996). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Indiana University (B.S. Business, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allen County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana and Litigation Counsel of America. Serves clients in Fort Wayne, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • An experienced trial attorney, Pat Murphy's practice is focused on representing businesses in commercial, business and intellectual property litigation
  • His diverse experience includes handling matters involving contract disputes, non-competition and non-compete agreements, non-solicitation, real estate, adverse possession, easements, boundary disputes, property law, construction, intellectual property disputes, trademark and copyright infringement, trade secrets, personality, unfair competition, injunctions, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, product liability, insurance defense, disputes between owners of closely held businesses, and bet-the-company litigation
  • Pat has been lead counsel on more than 100 jury trials and more than 1,000 arbitrations, mediations, depositions and hearings

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Guyon Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick Guyon Murphy

Where is Patrick Guyon Murphy's law office located?
Patrick Guyon Murphy's law practice is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The firm is Barrett McNagny LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Guyon Murphy handle?
Patrick Guyon Murphy focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Patrick Guyon Murphy practiced law?
Patrick Guyon Murphy has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Patrick Guyon Murphy go to law school?
Patrick Guyon Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S. Business, 1993).
How can I contact Patrick Guyon Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Patrick Guyon Murphy received?
Patrick Guyon Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1996
B.S. Business
Indiana University
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
Indiana
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1996

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