Michael Murphy
O'Fallon,IL
Summary
Accomplished litigator with a focus on Insurance Defense law, successfully trying two jury cases to verdict in the past year. Proven leadership in developing strategic policies that enhance client satisfaction and drive efficiency.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP
Belleville, IL
09.2022 - Current
- I currently handle Trucking accidents, premises liability claims, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, and toxic tort claims.
- I currently handle cases in Illinois & Missouri.
- I have tried 2 jury cases to verdict in the last 10 months.
- I have assisted other attorneys in the firm with cases in Kentucky, Texas, Indiana, and Nevada.
Attorney
Travelers Insurance
St Louis, Missouri
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Represented clients at trial proceedings before judges or juries.
- Prepared litigation strategies for clients in civil law cases.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsels.
- Advised clients on legal matters related to insurance claims and policies.
- Collaborated with claims adjusters to assess legal risks and resolve disputes.
Partner
FREEARK DENNIS MURPHY & MOSKOP P.C.
Belleville, USA
04.1991 - 10.2021
- I was a Civil Trial Attorney for over 30 years with the Freeark Law Firm.
- During that time I tried or Arbitrated over 80 cases to verdict or award.
- I have tried Medical Malpractice, Legal Malpractice and Wrongful Death suits to verdict.
- I have tried cases to verdict in Nine different venues in Illinois and Missouri.
- I handled a case load of over 120 active files.
- I have first chair trial experience handling Plaintiff cases in St. Clair and Madison County.
Tax Staff
Deloitte & Touche
St. Louis, USA
08.1989 - 04.1991
- Prepared federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates, and non-profits, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Audited client financial records to determine tax liability, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accurate reporting.
Education
J.D. -
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-1989
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Creighton University
Omaha, NE05-1986
Skills
- Insurance Defense
- Asbestos and Toxic Tort
- Legal/ Professional Malpractice
- Settlement Negotiation
- Trial Preparation
- Dispute resolution
- Trial Strategy
- Medical Malpractice
Timeline
Attorney
Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP
09.2022 - Current
Attorney
Travelers Insurance
11.2021 - 09.2022
Partner
FREEARK DENNIS MURPHY & MOSKOP P.C.
04.1991 - 10.2021
Tax Staff
Deloitte & Touche
08.1989 - 04.1991
J.D. -
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Creighton University