This attorney and aquatic safety expert has more than 40 years of experience in lifeguarding, water safety operations, and drowning prevention. He holds a Juris Doctor degree and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and is a licensed Texas attorney whose primary practice area is litigation. His aquatic leadership experience includes serving as Supervisor for a county sheriff’s beach patrol, where he oversaw more than 150 lifeguards and conducted lifeguard training and orientation. He also serves as President of a national pool management company responsible for daily operational oversight. His certifications include multiple American Red Cross lifeguarding and instructor credentials, National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool/Spa Operator and Certified Pool/Spa Inspector designations, Texas Peace Officer certification, and Marine Safety Enforcement Officer credentials.

His expertise centers on standard of care in drowning and near-drowning incidents, lifeguard performance and supervision, aquatic facility operations, and water safety training. He evaluates incidents involving swimming pools, spas and hot tubs, beaches, boating and jet ski activity, water parks, homeowner association facilities, country clubs, summer camps, hotels, and public aquatic venues. His background includes marine division service and involvement with the Texas Public Pool Council, supporting analysis of operational safety practices and compliance considerations in aquatic environments. He has prior expert witness experience and has been retained in aquatic accident cases in multiple jurisdictions, including matters in Texas and Florida, representing both plaintiff and defense interests. In these assignments, he evaluates water safety practices, operational procedures, and adherence to recognized lifeguarding and aquatic safety standards in connection with drowning and serious aquatic injury claims.