Atty. Thomas J. Murphy

Atty. Thomas J. Murphy

Thomas J. Murphy is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, estate planning and 1 other area of law.

Chicago Chicago 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. Murphy at a glance

Thomas J. Murphy is a N.L.R.B. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981) and Maryland (1990). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1990) and University of Maryland (B.S., 1987). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas J. Murphy is a lawyer practicing arbitration, litigation, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland in 1987, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Thomas practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Thomas J. Murphy is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas J. Murphy is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Thomas J. Murphy is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Thomas J. Murphy is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J. Murphy

Where is Thomas J. Murphy's law office located?
Thomas J. Murphy's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. Murphy handle?
Thomas J. Murphy focuses on estate planning, real estate, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas J. Murphy practiced law?
Thomas J. Murphy has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Thomas J. Murphy go to law school?
Thomas J. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Thomas J. Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1990
B.S.
University of Maryland
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
Maryland
Admitted: 1990

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