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Marin Murdock

@marinmurdock

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Dedicated legal professional specializing in international law and human rights.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to advocate for human rights and contribute to international law initiatives, ideally in a collaborative and impactful environment.

I am a passionate legal professional with a Juris Doctor from The University of Chicago Law School and a Bachelor of Science in International Development and Sustainability from the University of Utah. My academic journey has been marked by leadership roles, including serving as President of the Human Rights Law Society and Comments Editor for the Chicago Journal of International Law. I have been recognized as Intern of the Year for my innovative contributions to the United States Treasury, showcasing my commitment to impactful work in the legal field.

My professional experience spans various roles, including my current position as a Strategy and Design Assistant at Democracy International, Inc., where I provide technical writing and project design support for USAID-funded programs. I have also worked as a Legal Fellow with the Global Initiative for Justice, Truth, and Reconciliation, where I coordinated strategic programming in conflict settings and drafted expert reports for the U.S. Department of State. My internships with organizations like the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights have further honed my skills in legal research and advocacy for human rights.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Strategy and Design Assistant

Democracy International, Inc.

Oct 2024 - Present (8 months)

Provided technical writing, proposal preparation, and project design support for USAID and other U.S. government-funded programs. Conducted research on country-specific implementation logistics to support strategic decision-making in international development programs.

Technical Writing Proposal Development Project Design Support Research Budgeting Rule Of Law

Legal Fellow

Global Initiative for Justice, Truth, and Reconciliation

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Coordinated strategic programming with local partners in conflict and post-conflict settings worldwide, developing initiatives to promote transitional justice, accountability, and reconciliation. Drafted expert reports for the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, providing legal and policy recommendations.

Transitional Justice Accountability Reconciliations Research And Analysis Legal Drafting Policy Recommendations Atrocity Prevention International Justice

Legal Protection Intern

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)

Developed strategic litigation strategies to strengthen legal protections for asylum seekers, ensuring compliance with international refugee law and human rights standards. Conducted in-depth legal research on governmental responsibility for refugees under international treaties.

Litigation Strategy International Refugee Law Human Rights Standards Legal Research Policy Recommendations Legal Analysis

Student Staff Member

Global Human Rights Clinic

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Developed a comprehensive database to identify missing persons from Kenya’s Emergency Period, integrating archival records, legal documents, and witness testimonies. Collaborated with an international NGO to establish legal standards for maritime extraterritorial jurisdiction, ensuring policies aligned with non-refoulement obligations.

Database Development Transitional Justice International Law Non Refoulement Policy Development

Summer Legal Intern

Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights

Jun 2021 - Present (4 years)

Conducted extensive background research on the political and human rights landscape in Afghanistan to support legal advocacy efforts for Afghan refugees. Drafted detailed reports on EU human rights issues for submission to Council of Europe authorities.

Background Research Legal Advocacy EU Human Rights Torture Prevention Refugee Rights International Asylum Protections Advocacy

Development Intern

HELP International

Jun 2019 - Present (6 years)

Launched a sustainable multi-village market in conjunction with local leaders, benefiting over 20 villages. Directed a team of 14 people to successfully hold a multi-village convention for over 70 women to learn new handicrafts, nutritional practices, and self-defense.

Community Development Project Management Team Leadership Handicrafts Nutritional Practices Self Defense

Operations Management Intern

United States Department of the Treasury

May 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)

Pinpointed inefficiencies within Treasury facilities to reduce costs and elevate productivity, finding an annual cost savings of over $11,000,000. Recommended policy adjustments and strategies to achieve maximum efficiency levels.

Efficiency Analysis Productivity Improvement Strategic Planning Operations Management Data Analysis Process Improvement

Co-founder/Board Member

Herriman City Chamber of Commerce

Sep 2015 - Present (9 years 9 months)

Conducted market research involving over 400 individuals to gauge support for a local chamber of commerce. Led the board of directors in developing a 2-year workplan to bolster sustainable economic growth for Herriman city.

Market Research Board Recruitment Strategic Planning economic development Event Management Networking Community Engagement Leadership

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Utah

Bachelor of Science, International Development and Sustainability

Activities and societies: Intern of the Year; Goff Scholar; 2017 U.S. Presidential Scholar in Career and Technical Education

Graduated cum laude with a focus on International Development and Sustainability. Recognized for innovative work with the United States Treasury and as a Goff Scholar.

The University of Chicago Law School

Juris Doctor, Law

Activities and societies: International Law Society, Programming Coordinator; Chicago Journal of International Law, Comments Editor; Human Rights Law Society, President

Completed a comprehensive legal curriculum, focusing on international law and human rights. Engaged in various activities including the International Law Society and the Chicago Journal of International Law.