James P. Murphy

James P. Murphy

Chicago, IL recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024
Clark Hill PLC

255 Best Lawyers awards

Awarded Practice Areas

Litigation - Intellectual Property Patent Law

Biography

Jim Murphy has 20+ years of experience practicing intellectual property law, including successfully representing clients as lead counsel in jury trials across the country and proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Jim helps clients secure and maximize the value of their intellectual property. He also counsels clients on all related issues such as licensing, unfair competition, trade secrets, and copyright. Jim also represents clients with intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions and has successfully negotiated multi-billion-dollar deals. His clients range from internet-based startups to Fortune 500 companies.

Jim also litigates complex commercial disputes. He actively advises clients regarding gaming operations, representing clients in courts and before the Illinois Gaming Board.

Jim’s industry experience includes automotive, electronics, medical devices, network communications, consumer products, vending, and gaming and entertainment devices.

Clark Hill PLC

255 Best Lawyers awards

Overview

  • DePaul University, J.D., graduated 1992
  • DePaul University, J.D., graduated 1992

Client Testimonials

Jim Murphy defended the Phillips Screw Company in a very complex class action matter involving our company's intellectual property. He thoroughly absorbed all the facts, data, and the various patents at issue, and developed a position on the matter that had been previously overlooked. He is smart, responsive, and a true gentleman. I would definitely consider engaging him in any future IP litigation matter.

Gary Sable (Phillips Screw Company)

Burlington, MA

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Patent Law

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