Samuel Karlin
About Samuel Karlin
Samuel Karlin serves as the Head of Legal, Operations & Partnerships at Blee, where he leads client experience initiatives. He has a background in economics and law, having worked with notable economists and held various research and teaching positions.
Work at Blee
Samuel Karlin serves as the Head of Legal, Operations & Partnerships at Blee, a company that participated in Y Combinator's Summer 2022 batch. In this role, he leads the strategic direction and execution of client experience initiatives. His responsibilities include overseeing legal matters, operational processes, and partnership development to enhance Blee's service offerings. He has been with the company since 2022 and operates within the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Education and Expertise
Samuel Karlin holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Harvard Law School, where he studied from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics with Distinction from UC Santa Barbara, graduating with Highest Honors in 2015. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in legal and economic principles, which he applies in his current role and previous positions.
Background
Before joining Blee, Samuel Karlin gained extensive experience in legal and economic research. He worked as a research fellow for notable economists Raj Chetty and Emmanuel Saez at the University of California, Berkeley from 2016 to 2018. He also served as a Teaching Fellow for Advanced Corporate Transactions and as a Research Assistant in International Human Rights at Harvard Law School. His early career included a role as an Analyst in Global Equity Finance Trading at UBS in the Greater New York City Area.
Achievements
Samuel Karlin has contributed to discussions on consumer protection and legal compliance, demonstrating his expertise in these areas. He has written about Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforcement trends and tolling agreements, showcasing his knowledge of legal frameworks. Additionally, he produces blog posts on various legal and compliance topics, further establishing his presence in the field.
Fellowship and Research Experience
Samuel Karlin completed a two-year fellowship with Start Small Think Big as an Equal Justice Works Fellow, sponsored by Latham & Watkins LLP, from 2021 to 2023. This role focused on providing legal assistance and support to underserved communities. His research experience includes working with Danny Yagan, former chief economist at the Office of Management and Budget, as a research fellow, enhancing his analytical skills in economic policy.