Madeline
Buitelaar

Madeline’s practice of conducting impartial investigations combines her interest in learning about others, asking questions, writing, and the law. She enjoys working alongside her colleagues at OIG, which is a trailblazer in the field of workplace investigations.

Experience

Madeline has led more than 150 investigations since joining OIG. These matters have included allegations of sexual harassment and assault, discrimination, workplace bullying, and retaliation, as well as complaints against high-level managers and elected officials.

Madeline also has expertise in conducting Title IX investigations for public and private institutions. She has conducted dozens of investigations for schools, with her experience spanning many age groups, from elementary-aged students to individuals in higher education and graduates. Some of these matters have also involved historic sexual abuse in schools.

In addition to investigations, Madeline offers mediation and conflict resolution services, which enable organizations to promote a healthy workplace culture and enhance employee satisfaction. Finally, Madeline has presented to workplace investigators and HR teams about best practices for investigations.

Before joining the firm, Madeline gained experience at the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education and at the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office in the Sexual Assault Unit.

Outside the Office

In her free time, Madeline enjoys cooking Ottolenghi recipes, eating bagels, traveling to new places and returning to her favorite cities like Mexico City and New York.

“I think life is too short not to be doing something which you really believe in.” – Steve McCurry