Robert A. Leonard
Robert A. Leonard | |
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| Education | B.A. cum laude, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. |
| Alma mater | Columbia University |
| Occupation | Forensic linguistics |
| Employer | Hofstra University |
| Organization | Robert Leonard Associates |
| Known for | Work in forensic linguistics Singer in the band Sha Na Na that performed at Woodstock |
| Title | Director, Institute for Forensic Linguistics, Hofstra University |
| Website | robertleonardassociates |
Robert Andrew Leonard is an American linguist. He is best known for his work in forensic linguistics, which relates to investigating problems of the law by using the study of language. This includes analyzing legal material work such as notes, audio and video tape recordings, contracts, and confessions. Prior to his academic career, Leonard was a founding member of the rock band Sha Na Na and performed at Woodstock.