Atty. Thomas M. Murphy

Atty. Thomas M. Murphy

Arbitrator, Orange County Superior Court, 1994—. Board Member, Trabuco Little League, 2002—.

Mission Viejo Mission Viejo 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas M. Murphy at a glance

Thomas M. Murphy is a Partner based in Mission Viejo, California, practicing at Sutton & Murphy. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury and insurance. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, Southern and Eastern Districts of California (1987). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1987) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California California Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Mission Viejo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Arbitrator, Orange County Superior Court, 1994—
  • Board Member, Trabuco Little League, 2002—

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas M. Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Mission Viejo 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas M. Murphy

Where is Thomas M. Murphy's law office located?
Thomas M. Murphy's law practice is located in Mission Viejo, California. The firm is Sutton & Murphy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas M. Murphy handle?
Thomas M. Murphy focuses on personal injury, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas M. Murphy practiced law?
Thomas M. Murphy has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Thomas M. Murphy go to law school?
Thomas M. Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Thomas M. Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas M. Murphy received?
Thomas M. Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1987
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern, Central, Southern and Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1987

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