Atty. William Brendan Murphy

Atty. William Brendan Murphy

William Brendan Murphy is a lawyer practicing labor, employment law, litigation and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Wittenberg University in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Seattle Seattle 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About William Brendan Murphy at a glance

William Brendan Murphy is an Attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, product liability, litigation, appellate, and aviation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1989), Alaska (2000), and Washington (2003). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1989) and Wittenberg University (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Brendan Murphy is a lawyer practicing labor, employment law, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Wittenberg University in 1982, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

William Brendan Murphy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Brendan 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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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Aviation Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Brendan Murphy

Where is William Brendan Murphy's law office located?
William Brendan Murphy's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Brendan Murphy handle?
William Brendan Murphy focuses on employment, product liability, litigation, appellate, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has William Brendan Murphy practiced law?
William Brendan Murphy has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William Brendan Murphy go to law school?
William Brendan Murphy earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact William Brendan Murphy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1989
B.A.
Wittenberg University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989
Alaska
Admitted: 2000
Washington
Admitted: 2003

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