Contracts & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 51+ Years Experience
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About W. Michael Murray at a Glance
W. Michael Murray is a contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and employment attorney based in Austin, Texas. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Texas (1975). Educated at St. Mary's University (J.D., 1975) and Tulane University (B.A., 1969). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About W. Michael Murray
- Mr. W. Michael Murray is a lawyer practicing contracts, securities law, labor & employment and 8 other areas of law
- W. received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
- W. practices in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
W. Michael Murray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Michael Murray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Contracts in Austin
W. Michael Murray is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Texas →
Trusts in Austin
W. Michael Murray is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →
Probate in Austin
W. Michael Murray is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Texas →
Estate Planning & Probate in Austin
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
W. Michael Murray is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →
Employment Law in Austin
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
W. Michael Murray is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Austin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Austin Choose W. Michael Murray
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish W. Michael Murray's practice in the field of contracts, trusts, probate, estate planning, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
W. Michael Murray brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, trusts, and probate, W. Michael Murray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means W. Michael Murray attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues W. Michael Murray Handles in Austin
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters W. Michael Murray has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact W. Michael Murray directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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