Atty. William J Murphy

Atty. William J Murphy

William J Murphy is a lawyer. William received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Oakland Oakland 28 yrs experience 28 year
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William J Murphy is an Off. Contra Costa Cnty. Dist. Atty. based in Oakland, California. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in California (1998). Educated at Lincoln College of Law J.D. (—) and San Francisco State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William J Murphy is a lawyer
  • William received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • William practices in Oakland, CA

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 Oakland 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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Education

Lincoln College of Law J.D.
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San Francisco State University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998

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