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Bret Rappaport is a Lecturer in English at Lake Forest College, combining his legal expertise with writing instruction. He is also a practicing attorney with a unique focus on the intersection of law with writing and environmental conservation.
Education:
- B.S. in Finance from Indiana University (1983)
- J.D. from John Marshall Law School (1986)
- M.S. in Writing, Rhetoric & Discourse from DePaul University (2011)
Research Interests:
Bret Rappaport focuses on legal writing pedagogy, cognitive bias in writing, and the intersection of constitutional law with environmental conservation. His work explores how evolutionary psychology and rhetorical principles can improve legal communication.
Publications Trends:
Over 30 years of scholarship, Rappaport has focused on legal writing pedagogy, environmental law reform, and the application of cognitive science to legal communication. His work spans bankruptcy law, native plant landscaping, and persuasive writing techniques.
Scientific Awards:
- Staff Editor, John Marshall Law Review (1982-1983)
- Lawyer of the Year, Constitutional Rights Foundation (1992)
- Lifetime Conservation Award, Canadian Wildflower Society (1998)
Advising and Grants:
As a lecturer, Rappaport teaches English 111: Professional Writing and CWR 100: College Writing. His work with part-time educators has been recognized at the Symposium for Part-time, Adjunct, and Contingent Educators (2019).
Professional Contributions:
He has delivered numerous invited talks on natural landscaping and legal rhetoric, including keynotes at the Missouri Native Plant Society (1998) and Brooklyn Law School (2012). His research on legal writing pedagogy has been reprinted in major publications like Aspen's Readings in Persuasion.
