Atty. Timothy Joseph Murphy

Atty. Timothy Joseph Murphy

Timothy Joseph Murphy is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, civil rights litigation, class actions and 5 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.A. degree from Stanford University, Stanford, CA in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy Joseph Murphy at a glance

Timothy Joseph Murphy is a Regional Managing Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, trade secrets, whistleblower, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1972). Educated at University of Colorado School of Law, Boulder, CO (J.D., 1972) and Stanford University, Stanford, CA (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Timothy Joseph Murphy is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, civil rights litigation, class actions and 5 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from Stanford University, Stanford, CA in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Timothy practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Joseph Murphy's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Class Action

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Trade Secrets

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 San Francisco 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 Timothy Joseph Murphy

Where is Timothy Joseph Murphy's law office located?
Timothy Joseph Murphy's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Fisher & Phillips LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Joseph Murphy handle?
Timothy Joseph Murphy focuses on employment, class action, trade secrets, whistleblower, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Timothy Joseph Murphy practiced law?
Timothy Joseph Murphy has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Timothy Joseph Murphy go to law school?
Timothy Joseph Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Timothy Joseph Murphy for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Timothy Joseph Murphy received?
Timothy Joseph Murphy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Colorado School of Law, Boulder, CO
- 1972
B.A.
Stanford University, Stanford, CA
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972

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