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Bruce T. Murray

Bruce T. Murray

Bruce T. Murray

Senior Associate

Practice Areas

Education

  • Juris Doctor, Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego, CA, 2015
  • Bachelor of Arts, English and German, University of California, Santa Barbara, 2006
  • The University of Louisiana at Lafayette/University of Southwestern Louisiana, French Studies, 1998
  • University of St. Anne, Church Point, Nova Scotia, Canada, French Immersion, 1998

Admissions

  • California State Bar, 2015
  • United States District Court, Central District of California, 2021
  • United States District Court, Southern District of California, 2022
  • United States Court of Appeals - Ninth Circuit, 2021
  • United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California, 2021

Bruce T. Murray is a Senior Associate at Alvarez-Glasman & Colvin, focusing on civil litigation for municipalities and public agencies. His practice areas include civil rights claims, police-related matters, premises liability, property damage, and other tort claims. Mr. Murray has developed a reputation as a skilled advocate in both state and federal courts, representing public agencies in complex legal disputes.

Before joining the firm, Mr. Murray worked as an employment attorney, representing clients in cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour violations. He also handled personal injury litigation, including automobile accidents, premises liability, and medical malpractice. His experience on both sides of litigation – Plaintiff and Defendant – gives Mr. Murray has a well-rounded perspective, allowing him to effectively anticipate and address opposing strategies.

With a broad range of legal experience and a commitment to public service, Mr. Murray provides dedicated representation to public entities and private clients alike.

Service, Awards, Publications, Speaking Engagements, and Other Professional Experience

  • Religious Liberty in America: The First Amendment in Historical and Contemporary Perspective, University of Massachusetts Press (2008)
  • Religious Liberty in America: Navigating the First Amendment in the Newsroom and Beyond, Foundation for American Communications (2005)
  • Past president, Toastmasters Speechcrafters Club #1699, South Pasadena, California