Robin Spiess
Digital Editor at Georgetown Journal of International Law (GJIL)- Claim this Profile
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Georgetown Journal of International Law (GJIL)
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Digital Editor
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Aug 2020 - Present
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Tilleke & Gibbins
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Thailand
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Law Practice
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300 - 400 Employee
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International Legal Intern
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Apr 2020 - Dec 2020
As a member of the corporate commercial division at one of Southeast Asia's leading international law firms, my responsibilities included extensive research into regulatory frameworks, participation in a due diligence exercise, and reviewing and penning contracts for clients.
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Georgetown University Law Center
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Legal Research Assistant for Professor Frances DeLaurentis
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May 2020 - Nov 2020
Researched US law relevant to current events, prepared analyses of dozens of statutes, and assisted in preparing exam materials for incoming J.D. students.
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Features Reporter
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May 2018 - Aug 2019
Wrote long-form business features specific to Southeast Asia.
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Business Reporter - Princeton in Asia Fellow
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Jul 2017 - May 2018
Worked as a journalist for the last independent newspaper in Cambodia. Wrote approximately four articles per week, both daily news and longer features, on tight deadlines; daily beat focused on tech startups, cryptocurrencies, the garment sector, and Chinese investment in the Kingdom. Resigned from the Phnom Penh Post when the paper was sold and its new owner enforced censorship.
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Princeton University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Welcome Desk Assistant
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Aug 2015 - Jun 2017
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Researcher
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Aug 2015 - Jun 2017
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Assistant Librarian
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Sep 2014 - Jun 2017
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Research Assistant
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
Conducted independent research projects CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear) threats on the Middle East. Focused on biological threat posed by contaminated drinking water in Jordan and potential negative effects of America's 123 Agreements on the spread of nuclear power in the Middle East. Additionally: summarized CBRN-related news for MESIS stakeholders; wrote a proposal to address insider threats in the Middle East through culturally-relevant signage in nuclear reactor facilities; assisted in writing and editing memos for official publication; attended conferences about cyber security and emergency training; and created a priority matrix to streamline the nonprofit's system for choosing future projects.
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Conference Director
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Jul 2015 - Aug 2015
Traveled to Shanghai to lead a committee on American Mock Trial. Created the trial from scratch for 50 high school student participants. Led daily six-hour long sessions, and assigned/reviewed multiple research projects on different legal systems around the world.
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Baker Industries
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United States
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Packaging and Containers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Assistant
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Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
Assisted program participants in editing resumes and building interviewing skills; wrote grant proposals to bring funding to the nonprofit; conducted and transcribed over thirty interviews with participants; wrote the 2014 Annual Review; pursued independent writing projects in keeping with Baker's Mission Statement. Baker Industries is a work program that helps find jobs for ex-offenders and people with mental and physical disabilities.
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Cajun Corner
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United States
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Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
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Service Cashier
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Aug 2013 - Aug 2015
Managed cash register at portable kiosks for Cajun Corner catering company at football events.
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Intern Investigator
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May 2014 - Aug 2014
Gathered data for defense lawyers. Daily duties included photographing crime scenes, interviewing and taking statements from witnesses, performing social media searches, reviewing police and court records, visiting clients in jail to take their statements and update them on the progress of their cases, canvassing neighborhoods for information, and participating in court proceedings. Worked on approximately 40 cases.
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Louisiana Youth Advisory Council
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Secretary
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Jun 2012 - May 2013
Met monthly at the state capitol to discuss governmental initiatives, meet with members of the Louisiana Congress, discuss issues with the governor and members of his cabinet, and create new legislation.
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Journalist
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Aug 2009 - May 2013
I wrote weekly articles about the events occurring at Lakeshore High School, which was the school I attended at the time my articles were published. I held this position throughout the entirety of my high school career.
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Lakeshore High School
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Private Tutor
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Aug 2010 - Apr 2013
I tutored my fellow students to help them prepare for exams and standardized tests, most often teaching English, History, Algebra, and Geometry.
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St. Tammany Parish Library
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United States
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Libraries
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1 - 100 Employee
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Event Assistant
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Aug 2009 - Apr 2013
I set up and participated in weekly story times that the Lacombe Library held for the youths in the community. My job description entailed reading books aloud, dressing in costume for the children, and assisting with arts and crafts. This was a volunteer position.
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Education
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Georgetown University Law Center
Doctor of Law - JD -
Princeton University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Princeton School of Public Policy and International Affairs -
Lakeshore High School
High School Diploma -
Loyola University New Orleans
Early Scholars Program, Courses in English, Philosophy