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Biography
Patrick W. “Pat” Murray has been a Partner with SMT Legal since 2009. Pat has worked in the legal industry since 2002, working at some of the top law firms in the region. His professional reputation for success has led to an award-winning career, during which he has been honored to have been selected as both a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer Rising Star and Pennsylvania Super Lawyer across multiple years, including every year since 2016. Pat has also been named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Top 50 Pittsburgh list. His case results achieved for his clients also landed him recognition in the nation’s Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
Beyond his civil litigation accomplishments, Pat serves as a mediator for civil litigation, catastrophic loss and injury cases. He initially concentrated his practice in the area of civil litigation defense for transportation companies which included major trucking and railroad companies and expanded his practice to include a variety of areas within civil defense including nursing home litigation and motor vehicle accidents before transitioning to represent injury victims and the family members of wrongful death victims. He has also represented clients through real estate transactions and closings.
Pat graduated from Point Park University with a Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies in 2000. Subsequently, He earned his Juris Doctor from Duquesne University School of Law in 2003. During law school, Pat served as Associate Comment Editor of the Law Review.
In addition to the aforementioned awards, Pat has also been included among America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators®, America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys®, the Nation’s Top One Percent of Attorneys by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, the Top 100 Plaintiff Civil Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, and as a Top Car Accident Attorney and Top Contributor for Avvo, which also awarded him the Client’s Choice Award. Of his work and professional reputation, his peers say he “strives to always represent clients the best way possible,” is “a brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community,” and that he “consistently achieves superior results and his advice is always practical and on point.”
Pat is a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, Pennsylvania Council of Mediators, and a President’s Club Member of the Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association. He has served his beloved community by volunteering with organizations including Shaler Area Little League, Shaler Area Elementary Basketball Association, Blessed Trinity Academy, the Shlaer Township Civil Service Commission, and Stack-Up, a military veteran’s charity. He lives in the North Hills area of Pittsburgh with his wife and two children.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
22 years
Personal Injury
20%
22 years
Trucking Accident
20%
22 years
Litigation
10%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
30%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2014
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 19 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 22 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
SMT Legal
(412) 329-6613
Mobile
(412) 765-3346
Fax
114 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222
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Patrick William Murray's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by James | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing representation
Patrick is an unbelievable lawyer who will be there for you through everything and get you the results you desire.
Posted by Greg | March 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great service and always available for questions
Mr. Murray was always available for any questions that I had about a personal injury accident. he walked us through the entire process and always looked for our best interest.
Posted by Carl | October 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Slip and Fall
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!!
Posted by Brian | April 4, 2014
Personal, Professional, Trustworthy
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...
Posted by Diane | April 1, 2014
Compassionate Attorney for Nursing Home Abuse Case
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...
Patrick William Murray's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known and worked with (against, actually) Pat for quite a few years. He is an attorney I'm always happy to see on the other side. He is honest and he knows the law as well as anyone. He also has great people skills because he actually is a caring human, unlike the loudmouth dopes yelling at us on TV. If you want a great personal injury attorney, Pat should be your guy. His whole firm is a joy to deal with, even when I lose."
"I highly endorse Attorney Pat Murray without reservation. Attorney Murray is one of the most respected trial lawyers in the community!"
"This attorney strives to always represent clients the best way possible. I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick has an excellent reputation in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Patrick. Highly respected in the legal community. A skilled lawyer with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is well known in the community as a tireless advocate for his clients."
"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."
"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."
"Mr. Murray is an excellent advocate, certainly recommend his services!"
"I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Attorney Murray is an excellent attorney, I highly endorse his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal 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."
"Mr. Murray is an excellent personal injury attorney. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him in the Pittsburgh area."
"A highly respected member of the legal community. Very knowledgable and capable."
"I endorse Mr.Murray.He is a highly respected member of the legal community and extremely knowledgeable in his field of practice."
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
PA Super Lawyer - Top 50: Pittsburgh Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2024
America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
2024
Nation's Top One Percent of Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2023
PA Super Lawyer - Top 50: Pittsburgh Super Lawyers, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2023
America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
PA Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
PA Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
PA Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
PA Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
PA Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2017
PA Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Plaintiff Civil Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100
2016
PA Super Lawyer, Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Nation's Top One Percent of Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top Trial Lawyers in America, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
PA Super Lawyers Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Top Attorney - Car Accident, Avvo
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
Associate Comment Editor, Duquesne Law Review
2001
Law Review, Duquesne University
2000
Dean's List, Point Park University
1999
Dean's List, Point Park University
1999
Who's Who Student Award, Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Founding Partner, SMT Legal
2009 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Duquesne University School Of Law
2006 - 2009
Associate, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
2004 - 2005
Adjunct Professor, Point Park University
2003 - 2006
Associate, Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote
2002 - 2003
Summer Associate, Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote
Associations
2016 - Present
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100Top 100 National Plaintiff Civil Trial Lawyer
2015 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
2015 - Present
National Association of Distinguished CounselMember, Nation's Top One Percent of Attorneys
2014 - Present
Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident's Club Member
2014 - Present
LinkedinConstruction Lawyer Network
2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Land and Title AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Pennsylvania Notary AssociationNotary
2003 - Present
Allegheny County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Pittsburgh Young ProfessionalsMember
2003 - 2004
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2004
American Bar AssociationMember
1999 - 2000
Who's Who Among American Colleges and UniversitiesTreasurer - Point Park University
Sample of Legal Cases
Family vs Trucking Company
Settled for $2,000,000
John Doe v Corporation
Settled prior to trial
Krugh v State Farm
Settled During Federal Litigation
Parr v Merida
Plaintiff's Verdict
Baldwin v UPMC, et al
Settled following Appeal to Third Circuit
Kipp v Metz, et al
Plaintiff's Verdict
Hommey v Monongahela Valley Hospital
Compensation Award for Plaintiff
Signori
Settled for Policy Limits and additional UIM funds
Siperstein
Secured Dismissal for Individual Defendant
Commonwealth v Liang
Not Guilty Verdict
Education
2003
Duquesne University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Point Park University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Duquesne University Legal Writing Department
Legal Research and Writing
2008
In House Legal Conference
Nursing Home Litigation
Publications
N/A
Duquesne Law Review
Law Review Case Note
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Patrick earned significant contribution points in 2014.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue electric utility company for injury?
25 Mar 2025
Q&A
If State Farm already send me a release form with a payout amount can they denied afterwards or change the amount to less?
13 Mar 2025
Q&A
How can I go about a case like this?
10 Mar 2025
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