Maura Murphy
About Maura Murphy
Maura Murphy is the Chief Counsel for Employment & Labor, Ethics & Compliance at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
Title and Current Role
Maura Murphy serves as the Chief Counsel, Employment & Labor, Ethics & Compliance at General Mills. In this capacity, she operates out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Her responsibilities include overseeing legal matters related to employment, labor, ethics, and compliance.
Professional Background
Maura Murphy has an extensive professional history with General Mills, spanning several roles over 23 years. She began her career at General Mills in 1998 as Counsel in Labor and Employment law. Over the years, she transitioned to Senior Counsel in the same domain from 2003 to 2011, then took on the role of Assistant General Counsel for Employment and Labor Law from 2011 to 2021, and now holds the position of Chief Counsel. Prior to joining General Mills, Murphy worked as an Attorney at Doherty Rumble and Butler from 1994 to 1998.
Educational Background
Maura Murphy holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Northwestern University School of Law, completed between 1991 and 1994. Prior to that, she earned an A.B. degree in Philosophy and Politics from Ripon College, studying there from 1987 to 1991. Her educational background has laid a strong foundation for her career in law, specifically in employment and labor sectors.
Expertise in Employment and Labor Law
Murphy specializes in various areas critical to employment and labor law, including preventative counseling, litigation management, traditional labor, positive employee relations, workplace violence prevention, compliance, risk management, responsible sourcing, and international labor and employment. Her ability to integrate technical expertise, business acumen, and a practical approach has been a significant asset in her advisory roles.
Industry Involvement
Maura Murphy serves on the Advisory Board of the Global Employment Institute at the International Bar Association. This role allows her to contribute her extensive knowledge and expertise in employment law to a global context, offering insights into compliance and ethical standards across different jurisdictions.