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Attorney Murray is one of the founding partners of the law firm of Stewart, Murray & Associates Law Group, LLC. He received his B.A. in 2000 from Point Park University and his J.D. in 2003 from Duquesne University. While attending Duquesne University School of Law, he served as Associate Comment Editor of the Law Review and represented the University in trial and A.D.R. competitions. Also while attending Duquesne University School of Law, Mr. Murray worked for Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. and continued to work with the firm after receiving his degree. In 2006, Attorney Murray joined Klett, Rooney, Lieber and Schorling, P.C. before that firm merged to form Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney, P.C.

 

Attorney Murray initially concentrated his practice in the area of civil litigation defense for transportation companies which included major trucking and railroad companies. Mr. Murray expanded his practice to include a variety of areas within civil defense including, but not limited to: civil rights, premises liability, general motor vehicle liability, employment law, family law, workers’ compensation, real estate disputes and transacions, and medical and nursing home litigation.

 

Attorney Murray has been a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association and American Bar Association. He has been admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, United States Third Circuit Court of Appeals, United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. In addition to Pennsylvania, Attorney Murray has also practiced law in Ohio. Attorney Murray has successfully assisted his clients in the negotiation of settlements in cases involving millions of dollars in dispute, has secured dismissals for a number of clients and represented clients in appellate matters arguing before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.

 

Representing injured people, Mr. Murray has secured favorable jury and non-jury verdicts on behalf of clients to compensate them for their injuries and out of pocket expenses. Additionally, Mr. Murray has successfully assisted his clients in the negotiation of settlements in cases involving severe and catastrophic injuries. However, Mr. Murray’s experience goes beyond representation of injured people and also includes representation of Estates in Wrongful Death and Survival actions.

Beyond his civil litigation accomplishments, attorney Murray has represented clients through child custody disputes and has even been successful in assisting non-parental clients and fathers obtain primary custody.

 

Attorney Murray is also an adjunct professor at Duquesne University School of Law, is Blackboard Certified and has been involved with teaching at several local universities.

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Practice areas

OtherLitigationTrucking accidentPersonal injuryCar accident
  1. Car accident: 40%

    17 years

  2. Personal injury: 20%

    17 years

  3. Trucking accident: 20%

    17 years

  4. Litigation: 10%

    Civil litigation protecting the rights of injured people in all areas. (auto accidents, trucking and railroad accidents, motorcycle accident, industrial accidents, slip and fall, premises liability and more).

    17 years

  1. Motorcycle accident: 10%

    17 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Stewart Murray & Assoc
437 Grant St Ste 600
Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

Website
https://www.smalawgroup.com/our-law-firm/attorneys/patrick-w-murray/ 

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
OHActive200604/18/2021
PAActive200305/08/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers124
Legal guides4
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
PA Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2017
Top 100 Plaintiff Civil Trial LawyerThe National Trial Lawyers: Top 1002016
PA Super LawyerSuper Lawyers2016
Nation's Top One Percent of AttorneysNational Association of Distinguished COunsel2015
Top Trial Lawyers in AmericaMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2014
Client's Choice AwardAvvo2014
Top ContributorAvvo2014
PA Super Lawyers Rising StarSuperLawyers2014
Top Attorney - Car AccidentAvvo2014
Associate Comment EditorDuquesne Law Review2002
Law ReviewDuquesne University2001
Dean's ListPoint Park University2000
Dean's ListPoint Park University1999
Who's Who Student AwardWho's Who Among American Colleges and Universities1999
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Title Agent/Partner24-7 Settlement Services2015 - Present
Founding PartnerStewart Murray & Associates2009 - Present
Adjunct ProfessorDuquesne University School Of Law2009 - 2015
AssociateBuchanan Ingersoll & Rooney2006 - 2009
Adjunct ProfessorPoint Park University2004 - 2005
AssociateDickie, McCamey & Chilcote2003 - 2006
Summer AssociateDickie, McCamey & Chilcote2002 - 2003
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100Top 100 National Plaintiff Civil Trial Lawyer2016 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember2015 - Present
National Association of Distinguished CounselMember, Nation's Top One Percent of Attorneys2015 - Present
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident's Club Member2014 - Present
LinkedinConstruction Lawyer Network2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Land and Title AssociationMember2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Notary AssociationNotary2010 - Present
Allegheny County Bar AssociationMember2003 - Present
Pittsburgh Young ProfessionalsMember2012 - 2013
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember2003 - 2004
American Bar AssociationMember2003 - 2004
Who's Who Among American Colleges and UniversitiesTreasurer - Point Park University1999 - 2000
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Duquesne Law ReviewLaw Review Case NoteN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Duquesne University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2003
Point Park UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2000
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Duquesne University Legal Writing DepartmentLegal Research and Writing2009
In House Legal ConferenceNursing Home Litigation2008
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
John Doe v CorporationSettled prior to trial
Krugh v State FarmSettled During Federal Litigation
Baldwin v UPMC, et alSettled following Appeal to Third Circuit
Kipp v Metz, et alPlaintiff's Verdict
Hommey v Monongahela Valley HospitalCompensation Award for Plaintiff
Commonwealth v LiangNot Guilty Verdict
SipersteinSecured Dismissal for Individual Defendant
SignoriSettled for Policy Limits and additional UIM funds
Parr v MeridaPlaintiff's Verdict

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Highly Recommended Attorney

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I recently retained Pat to handle an auto accident case and have been nothing but pleased. Pat has been extremely informative, has been more than patient with the numerous questions and concerns that I’ve had, and has always included me in every decision he has made regarding the case. He is easily accessible and genuine about striving for the best end result for his clients. I have had nothing but a pleasant experience working with Pat and would highly recommend his services to anyone!

Compassionate Attorney for Nursing Home Abuse Case

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Patrick handled a nursing home abuse case for our family. He was consistently respectful, sensitive , caring and efficient throughout this entire process. Anytime I phoned or emailed with a question, it was never more than 12hours before he got back to me. Usually he responded within one hour. I'm sure ours was not Patrick's largest or most important case, but he made us feel that it was. I always felt confident that Patrick was doing whatever was in our family's best interest. We don't quite have everything wrapped up yet, but he has assured us that the resolution will be soon.

Slip and Fall

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Patrick is the type of attorney that goes over and beyond. He makes sure to look out for your best interest even if it means it will not benefit him. He not only helped me but my mom too!! Request him,you will definitely be thankful!!
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hired attorney

Personal, Professional, Trustworthy

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Having never sought legal advice before, there were a number of uncertainties I had about the process. However, Patrick was not only precise with his legal counsel, but also careful and thorough in his approach communicating to me the steps needed to swiftly resolve my case. The personal care that he demonstrated was equally as impressive as the outcome he delivered. I will certainly continue seeking all future legal guidance through Patrick based upon this initial result.

No-brainer

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I typically try to stay away from lawyers at any cost. I have run companies as a sole-proprietor and as a partner, and I always minimized my dealings with attorneys due to their cost and fear of them generating demand through fear. Patrick Murray dispelled my fears and frankly was worth every penny and a whole lot more. I'll call him again in a heartbeat.

Handling an Estate

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This attorney has been very helpful and informative during a difficult time of loss for our family. He has made this process much easier to handle.

Fantastic Lawyer

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Pat has handled a few matters for our company and with each one, he has exceeded my expectations. He is a strong litigator with a practical side that understands the cost benefit analysis most companies go through. I would recommend him to handle any matter.

Attorney endorsements

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Jill Rogers

This attorney strives to always represent clients the best way possible. I endorse this lawyer.

Judd Nemiro

I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community.

Moseley Collins, Car accident Attorney on Dec 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Patrick has an excellent reputation in the legal community.

Christopher Bradley

I endorse this lawyer.

Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Car accident Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Richard Geller

I endorse Patrick. Highly respected in the legal community. A skilled lawyer with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.

Jeffrey Caffee

I endorse this lawyer. He is well known in the community as a tireless advocate for his clients.

John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

James Shields

I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.I endorse this lawyer.

Jonathan Marx, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
Relationship: Other

Mr. Murray is an excellent advocate, certainly recommend his services!

Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

Theodor Kaplun, Personal injury Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Attorney Murray is an excellent attorney, I highly endorse his services.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on May 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

Jordan Shuber, Car accident Attorney on May 16, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Patrick is one of the top car/auto accident advocates in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. He will not only fight for your rights to the fullest extent of the law, but he will also take the time to guide you through the emotional circumstances surrounding whatever personal injuries you may be facing. I fully support and highly recommend Attorney Murray.

J. Shumaker, Car accident Attorney on May 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Murray is an excellent personal injury attorney. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him in the Pittsburgh area.

Alan Brinkmeier

A highly respected member of the legal community. Very knowledgable and capable.

James Zerillo

I endorse Mr.Murray.He is a highly respected member of the legal community and extremely knowledgeable in his field of practice.

Christian Lassen

Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community.

Jason Pietryga, Litigation Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Richard Rosenstein

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Murray is a respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients.

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      30%-40%
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