Atty. Scott Michael Murphy

Atty. Scott Michael Murphy

Scott Michael Murphy is a lawyer practicing business law, contracts, internet law and 2 other areas of law. Scott has been licensed for 30 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 30 Years Experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Michael Murphy at a glance

Scott Michael Murphy is a contracts, business, and internet attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1996), Indiana (2005), Iowa (2019), and Iowa (2019). Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Michael Murphy is a lawyer practicing business law, contracts, internet law and 2 other areas of law
  • Scott has been licensed for 30 years
  • Scott practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Michael Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Michael Murphy

Where is Scott Michael Murphy's law office located?
Scott Michael Murphy's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Michael Murphy handle?
Scott Michael Murphy focuses on contracts, business, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Scott Michael Murphy practiced law?
Scott Michael Murphy has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
How can I contact Scott Michael Murphy for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1996
Indiana
Admitted: 2005
Iowa
Admitted: 2019
Iowa
Admitted: 2019

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