Expertise Description
I have more than 20 years of experience in Geology as a geoscientist. I have experience managing all phases of geotechnical, geologic, hydrogeologic, and geo- environmental projects, with specific expertise in hydrogeologic exploration. My area of primary expertise is the identification, assessment and evaluation of various terrains to identify subsurface resources (groundwater, oil & gas, and geothermal heat sources). I specialize in the identification of un-adjudicated groundwater basins, conducting safe yield analyses and working with developers, municipalities, water districts, and private individuals to acquire and develop the water resources for use and/or for sale. I have prior expert witness experience with consultations, deposition, and courtroom testimony.Areas of Expertise
Expert Witness
My expert witness experience includes a legal defense case involving claims for damages over alleged technical equipment failure(s) encountered during the drilling and completion of a high-capacity groundwater supply well.
Consulting Experience
My consulting services include acting as a Hydrogeologic consultant in the siting, construction and development of a 17,000 gallon per minute sustainable water supply for a 25,000 unit development
Professional Experiences
My professional experience includes working as a Hydrogeologist at several different companies.
Education
| Degree | Subject | Institution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA | Geology | California Lutheran University | Thousand Oaks | CA | ||
Licenses Certifications
| Professional Geologist |
| California |
| Registered Well Inspector Ventura County |
| CA |
Awards & Affiliation
| Technical Advisory Committee Global Water |
| International Association of Hydrogeologists |
| National Ground Water Association |
Primary Affiliation
National Ground Water Association
Partial List of Consulting Expert Witness Cases
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