James Rappoport

James Rappoport, AIA – NCARB is an architectural expert specializing in complex litigation involving architectural design and construction disputes. With a career spanning urban design, planning, and architectural practice, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating architectural compliance, assessing construction claims, and evaluating whether industry standards were met.

Mr. Rappoport has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States and internationally, involving cases related to office facilities, hotels, resorts, and retail developments. His Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University and M. Sc. in Architecture & Urban Design from Columbia University, along with his NCARB certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of standard of care in disputes involving architectural design and construction practices.