Susanna Murphy, JD
Director of Investigations, Title IX Solutions
Susanna Murphy, JD, is Director of Investigations at Title IX Solutions, where she leads and conducts complex, sensitive investigations for educational institutions. An attorney with more than 20 years of legal experience as both a trial attorney and investigator in the criminal justice system, Susanna has served as an independent Title IX investigator, advisor to complainants and respondents, and expert witness on Title IX investigations.
Known for her objectivity, discretion and thoughtful approach to sensitive matters, Susanna brings extensive experience interviewing parties and witnesses, assessing complex allegations and helping institutions navigate high-stakes investigations.
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Areas of Expertise
- Complex Title IX investigations
- Sexual misconduct investigations
- Investigation planning and strategy
- Investigative interviewing
- Investigation report writing
- Title IX advising
- Expert witness testimony
- Investigator training and mentorship
Trainings
- Civil Rights Investigator Four: Advanced Interviewing Skills and Strategies, ATIXA
- Civil Rights Investigator Four: Advanced Interviewing Skills and Strategies, TNG
- Title IX Advisor, TNG
- Title IX Hearing Advisor, TNG
- Sexual Violence and LGBTQ Communities Training; Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
Education
- J.D., University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, 1993
- B.A. in Political Science of Government, Swarthmore College, 1990
- B.A. in International Relations and Affairs, Swarthmore College, 1990
Professional Associations
- Maryland State Bar Association
- Massachusetts State Bar Association
Latest Insights from Susanna
Speaking Engagements
Susanna has lectured and critiqued at Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education on a variety of topics, including presenting at the “Trying Sex Offense Cases” Program on the topic of Investigating Sexual Assault Cases.
Her speaking engagements also include:
- Level I: Title IX Decision-Maker Training, Investigation Report and File (2023)
- Level I: Title IX Investigator Training, Investigation Report Writing (2022)
- Stepping Up: Becoming an Effective Advisor, FAQ with Professional Advisors (2022)
- Title IX in Motion, Uncharted Territory: Navigating Live Hearings (August 2022)
- 6-hour and 4-hour Title IX Investigator Trainings: Role of a Title IX Investigator, Investigation Planning, Interviewing – Rapport Building & Information Gathering, Investigative Report Writing (March 2022), Title IX Solutions, LLC
- 6-hour Title IX Advisor Training: Introduction to the Title IX Grievance Process, Role of the Title IX Advisor, Hearing & Cross-examination Preparation (March 2022), Title IX Solutions, LLC
- Investigative Report Writing for Secondary Schools (January 2022), Title IX Solutions, LLC
- Investigative Report Writing (November 2021), Title IX Solutions, LLC
- Title IX Advisor Course: FAQs (March 2021), Title IX Solutions, LLC
Media & Commentary
Susanna Murphy is available for media commentary on Title IX investigations and related institutional issues.
Topics include:
- Title IX investigation process and best practices
- Campus investigations vs. criminal investigations
- Evidence gathering, interviews, and investigative reports
- FERPA, confidentiality, and interaction with law enforcement
- Independent and outsourced investigations
- Complex and high-profile matters
- Investigator training and qualifications
Featured Media
CBS News: Cornell probe raises questions about Title IX
October 2, 2026
Susanna Murphy, Director of Investigations for Title IX Solutions, joins CBS News to explain how Title IX investigations work and how they differ from criminal investigations. Watch the segment →
For media inquires, contact info@titleixsolutions.com
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