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Ann Murphy is a Professor of Law at Gonzaga University School of Law, joining the faculty in 2000 after a 15-year career as an attorney with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), where she litigated 50+ cases in the U.S. Tax Court. Her academic affiliation is explicitly stated, with no indication of former or retired status.
- Education: J.D. from DePaul University, M.A. in Economics from Western Illinois University, B.A. from Western Illinois University
Research interests span Tax Law, Elder Law, and Legal Ethics, focusing on topics like tax court procedures, attorney-client privilege in digital contexts, elder rights, and the intersection of law with aging populations. Her work includes analyzing Alzheimer’s disease’s impact on evidentiary standards and advocating for uniform laws governing human remains.
Recent publications (2016-2000) include tax reform analyses, ethical challenges in technology-driven legal practice, and comparative studies between U.S. and Chinese tax systems. These works frequently engage with subfields such as corporate tax compliance, evidentiary privilege, and end-of-life legal frameworks.
- Scientific awards: Fulbright Distinguished Chair (Shanghai, 2014-2015), Fulbright Lecturer (Beijing, 2007-2008), Inland Northwest Blood Center Chairperson of the Year, Orland Professor of the Year
Contact: murphya@gonzaga.edu | Phone: (509) 313-3735
