Jackson Walker is excited to announce that Mitch Murphy has joined our firm as a partner in the Trial & Appellate Litigation practice in our Houston office. Mitch brings over twenty years of experience in commercial litigation, with a focus on the oil, gas, and natural resources sector. As a highly skilled litigator, Mitch provides strategic counsel and dispute resolution for upstream oil and gas companies, pipeline and utility firms, and oilfield service providers.

“Mitch is a tremendous addition to our team,” said W. Ross Forbes, Jr., the chair of Jackson Walker’s Trial & Appellate Litigation practice. “His extensive background in the energy sector and his commitment to client success aligns well with our mission to provide top-tier legal representation. We are thrilled to have him on board.”

“His extensive background in the energy sector and his commitment to client success aligns well with our mission to provide top-tier legal representation.”

Mitch’s expertise extends beyond litigation, assisting clients in securing land and property rights for capital projects, streamlining acquisition processes, prioritizing reporting systems, and navigating the complexities of eminent domain. Additionally, he offers comprehensive legal support to oilfield service providers, addressing matters such as master service agreements, insurance coverage, lien issues, and performance disputes. His dedication to client success positions him as a trusted advisor, even in the most challenging legal situations.

On his decision to join Jackson Walker, Mitch stated, “Having known and worked with several Jackson Walker attorneys over the years, I am honored to join Jackson Walker and work alongside such a talented group. I look forward to using my experience to help clients navigate the complexities of the oil and gas industry and achieve their legal objectives.”

“Having known and worked with several Jackson Walker attorneys over the years, I am honored to join Jackson Walker and work alongside such a talented group.”

Mitch received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Southwestern University and his J.D. from Baylor University School of Law.

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Since Jackson Walker’s founding in 1887, our attorneys have represented some of the most influential companies and business leaders in the world. Today, we remain firmly rooted in Texas while serving clients around the globe. With more than 500 attorneys, we are the largest firm in Texas and have been recognized by Law360 as a “Texas Powerhouse” and an “elite law firm” that regularly provides counsel to industry-leading clients. To explore our related experience, visit our page Trial & Appellate Litigation.