Matthew R. Marlin

Education

Matthew R. Marlin obtained his Ph.D. in Economics from Florida State University in 1981, where he had previously earned a Bachelor's degree in Statistics in 1972.

Employment

Marlin has held various academic and professional positions throughout his career. Since 2011, he has served as the Editor of the Journal of Legal Economics. From 2006 onwards, he has been a Professor and Chair of the Department of Economics and Quantitative Sciences at Duquesne University. Additionally, he has been the proprietor of Marlin Economics since 1999.

Prior to his current roles, Marlin held positions such as Associate Professor of Economics at Duquesne University (1990-1996), Assistant Professor of Economics at Old Dominion University (1982-1987), and Assistant Professor of Economics at Winthrop College (1980-1982). He also worked as a Tax Analyst for the Office of the Governor and the Florida Senate Ways and Means Committee from 1979 to 1980, and as a Statistician for the Florida Departments of Commerce and Transportation from 1973 to 1977.

Professional Organizations

Marlin is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Economic Association, the National Association of Forensic Economists, and the American Academy of Financial and Economic Experts, where he served as President from 2010 to 2011. He was also a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Legal Economics from 2008 to 2011.

Textbook

Marlin co-authored the textbook "The Study of Economics: Principles, Concepts and Applications," which reached its 6th edition in 2000, published by Dushkin/McGraw-Hill.

Refereed Journal Articles and Book Chapters

Marlin has published numerous refereed journal articles and book chapters on topics related to economics, forensic economics, and legal issues. Some of his notable publications include articles in the Journal of Legal Economics, Forensic Rehabilitation & Economics, Municipal Finance Journal, and Economic Development Quarterly, as well as book chapters in publications such as "Forensic Science and the Law" and "Government and Business Finance."

Non-Refereed Publications

In addition to his refereed works, Marlin has authored several non-refereed publications, including articles in the Pittsburgh Business Times, Lawyers Journal, and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He has also co-authored study guides and instructor's manuals for his textbook.

Presentations and Working Papers

Marlin has presented his research at various professional conferences and meetings, including those organized by the American Academy of Economic and Financial Experts, the Western Economic Association, and the Southern Regional Science Association. He has also authored working papers on topics such as "Ethnicity and Worklife Expectancy" and "Does Social Security Disability Insurance Substitute for Unemployment Compensation?"

Expert Testimony

As a forensic economist, Marlin has provided expert testimony in numerous legal cases over the past six years, covering a wide range of matters related to personal injury, wrongful death, and employment discrimination.