Expert Witness 20384
Hydrology
California
Bachelor, University of California-Los Angeles
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With over 20 years of experience in hydrogeology and environmental remediation, this expert witness evaluates matters involving groundwater contamination, soil impacts, and remediation effectiveness. Their work includes assessment and cleanup of sites impacted by petroleum hydrocarbons, chlorinated solvents, and heavy metals, with a strong emphasis on in-situ remediation techniques. Their background also includes earlier experience in oil and gas exploration geology, supporting analysis of subsurface conditions and contaminant behavior across diverse environments. They have provided expert witness services in more than 20 cases involving environmental disputes, including consultation, deposition, and courtroom testimony.
Their expertise is further distinguished by recognition as a senior hydrogeologist and environmental scientist with extensive experience spanning consulting, academia, and public service. This includes leadership in complex remediation projects, coastal hydrogeology, and environmental risk management, as well as involvement in climate adaptation initiatives. Their professional achievements include multiple international honors, such as selection as a Fulbright Senior Scholar and designation as a fellow within leading geological and groundwater organizations, reflecting sustained contributions to the advancement of hydrogeologic and environmental practices.
Academic credentials include a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Earth Sciences, a masteral degree in geology, and a bachelor’s degree in geology and English. Professional qualifications include licensure and certification as a Professional Geologist, Certified Hydrogeologist, Certified Professional Geologist, and Certified Petroleum Geologist, along with additional credentials related to environmental compliance and stormwater management. These credentials support evaluation of complex subsurface conditions, contaminant transport, and remediation strategies in both technical and legal contexts.
In addition to technical consulting, their experience includes significant public service and leadership roles involving oversight of environmental infrastructure systems and regulatory coordination. Their work also includes development of remediation strategies, evaluation of environmental liability, and analysis of site conditions in disputes involving contamination, cleanup effectiveness, and environmental compliance. This combination of technical, academic, and governance experience supports comprehensive analysis in complex environmental and hydrogeologic litigation matters.
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Degree Type
Doctorate
Field of Study
Science
Institution
University of California-Santa Cruz
Degree Type
Master
Field of Study
Arts
Institution
The University of Texas at Austin
Degree Type
Type
License
Certification / License
Chartered Geologist
Issuing Authority
Geological Society of London (CGEOL)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG)
Tags:
Groundwater
Groundwater Contamination
Environmental Remediation
Environmental Compliance
Engineering Geology
Bachelor
Field of Study
Arts
Institution
Franklin and Marshall College
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
California
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Alaska
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Arizona
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Idaho
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Oregon
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Pennsylvania
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Texas
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Wyoming
Type
License
Certification / License
Professional Geologist
Issuing Authority
Washington
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Hydogeologist
Issuing Authority
California
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Hydogeologist
Issuing Authority
Washington
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Petroleum Geologist
Issuing Authority
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Type
License
Certification / License
General Engineering Contractor Class A
Issuing Authority
California Contractors State License Board (CLSB)
Type
License
Certification / License
General Engineering Contractor Class B
Issuing Authority
California Contractors State License Board (CLSB)
Type
License
Certification / License
Water Well Drilling C-57
Issuing Authority
California Contractors State License Board (CLSB)
Type
License
Certification / License
Hazardous Substance Removal Contractor C-21
Issuing Authority
California Contractors State License Board (CLSB)
Type
License
Certification / License
Asbestos Abatement Contractor C-22
Issuing Authority
California Contractors State License Board (CLSB)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD)
Issuing Authority
California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP)
Issuing Authority
California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)
Type
Certification
Certification / License
Trainer of Record (ToR)
Issuing Authority
California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)