MARGARET BERGER Obituary

BERGER--Professor Margaret. The Brooklyn Law School community mourns the loss of Margaret A. Berger, a cherished member of the faculty for over 35 years. She was revered by her students and was widely recognized as one of the nation's leading evidence scholars. She was instrumental in shaping the Federal Rules of Evidence and did pioneering work in the field of scientific evidence. Her influence on lawyers, judges and scholars was legendary. She authored or co-authored more than a dozen books, and 35 law review articles. She received many awards and honors for her work. Margaret was an extraordinary woman and a beloved friend. We will miss her dearly, but her legacy will be long enduring. We extend our deepest sympathy to her sons, Joshua and David, Class of 1989, and the entire family. Stuart Subotnick, Chairman of the Board of Trustees Joan G. Wexler, President Michael A. Gerber, Interim Dean

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Published by New York Times on Nov. 19, 2010.

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Anna Melhem (Cline)

November 19, 2010

I am profoundly saddened by the news of Professor Berger's passing. She was an amazing intellect and an even better teacher. She inspired me to work to the top of my ability and I was rewarded by her when she asked me to be her research assistant. It was an unbelievable honor bestowed by someone I truly admired.

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