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Water Expert Witnesses

Water covers about three-quarters of the Earth’s surface. It is used for hydration, transportation and manufacturing. This valuable resource must be conserved and protected. Our expert witnesses, speakers, and consultants on water specialize in a broad array of disciplines including geology, environment, earth science, agriculture, chemistry, and more. They have extensive experience dealing with geochemistry, natural resource economics, aquatic ecology, environmental engineering, and waste water treatment, to name a few. These experts belong to a variety of professional organizations some of which include the Water Pollution Control Association, the Water Environment Federation, the International Water Association, and the American Water Works Association. Our experts have successfully testified before the Public Utilities Commission, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, State Water Resources Control Board, and various legislative bodies.

Here are a few of our favorite Water Expert Witnesses:

California Water, Waste Management Expert #690

I have 2 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water and wastewater utilities with specific knowledge in the area of design, operation, maintenance, regulatory compliance, management and planning.

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California Water, Energy, Deregulation Expert #838

I have 30 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water and energy with specific knowledge in the areas of water, energy and economics. I have published on such topics as water impacts on energy, system optimization and efficiency and economic evaluation. I have testified 75 times on topics such as energy efficiency, legislation and regulatory impacts.

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Washington Drowning, Hypothermia, Water Expert #5795

I have 14 years of experience, and specialize in the field of drowning, hypothermia and water-survival with specific knowledge in the areas of drowning, hypothermia and water survival. I have published on such topics as drowning, hypothermia and water survival. I have testified 26 times on topics such as drowning, hypothermia and water survival. Testimony: 13 trials and 23 depositions. Co-author of a chapter on hypothermia, drowning and cold-water immersion in a leading medical textbook on outdoor medical emergencies.Former Director of Health and Safety for the U.S. Coast Guard (equivalent to the Surgeon General and Chief of Safety for the…

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Tennessee Contamination, Pollution, Water Expert #14768

I have 17 years of experience, and specialize in the field of geochemistry with specific knowledge in the areas of pollution, water resources and maps. I have published on such topics as contaminant transport, mineral solubility and trace element partitioning.

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Water, Contamination, Hydrology Expert #17590

I have 18 years of experience in the field of soil and groundwater engineering, with specific knowledge of soil and water remediation, water management, and irrigation and drainage. I have published on such topics as remediation of contaminated soil and water, seepage beneath storages, and snowmelt hydrology.

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Your Case Deserves The Best Water Expert Witnesses

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The right expert witnesses and consulting experts can make your case. That’s why we have spent so many hours over the past quarter century making sure our clients have just the right expert team — whether one expert or many, early-stage advice or expert reports and testimony. Across over 50,000 expert search assignments, we have honed a unique, customized approach to identifying, analyzing and connecting with expert talent so you can focus on winning your case.

Arizona Weather, Climate, Water Expert #18891

I have 20 years of experience and specialize in the field of atmospheric science, with specific knowledge of weather and climate modeling, satellite remote sensing and water resources. I have published on such topics as improving weather and climate models, developing global satellite data, and using models and data for various meteorological and hydro meteorological applications.

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Oklahoma Water, Ground Water Expert #21994

I have 28 years of experience, and specialize in the field of environmental issues with specific knowledge in the areas of hazardous waste, ground water and clean up. I have published on such topics as environmental resources, water contamination and remediation. I have testified on ground water contamination, contaminant transport and clean up.

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Colorado Water, Wastewater, Pathogens Expert #25741

I have 15 years of experience, and specialize in the field of environmental engineering with specific knowledge in the areas of water and waste water treatment, ultraviolet light technologies and emerging contaminants. I have published on such topics as design of advanced water and waste water treatment, water quality, relating to micro-pollutants and ultraviolet light disinfection and oxidation. I have testified on water treatment technology patents, ultraviolet light disinfection and water quality disputes.

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Kentucky Golf Course, Water, Biodiesel Expert #27644

I have 15 years of experience, and specialize in the field of environment with specific knowledge in the areas of golf course management, environmental programs and biodiesel and vegetable oil as diesel fuel replacement. I have published on such topics as golf course management, biodiesel and vegetable oil as diesel fuel replacement and environmental programs for golf courses.

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Florida Property Claims, Water, Fire Expert #29202

I have 21 years of experience and specialize in the field of insurance, with specific knowledge of property claims, hurricane claims and centralized claims. I have published on such topics as insurance claims.

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Oklahoma Air, Water, Solid Waste Expert #31408

I have 36 years of experience and specialize in the field of environmental law and litigation, with specific knowledge of environmental compliance audits, environmental due diligence and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) cost recovery actions. I have published on such topics as hazardous waste, water use and Brownfields. I have testified on the reasonableness of attorney fees.

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Indiana Water, Indonesia Expert #32150

I have 10 years of experience in the field of economics, with specific knowledge of environment, natural resources and corporate social responsibility. I have published on such topics as economics education and water pricing.

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Oklahoma Water, Wastewater, Drainage Expert #34979

I have 33 years of experience and specialize in the field of civil engineering, with specific knowledge of general civil engineering issues, water and wastewater, drainage, grading and stormwater. I have testified on water, wastewater, drainage and stormwater.

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Fluid Flow, Water Expert #39844

I have 20 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water management with specific knowledge in the areas of flood risk, computer modelling and rivers. I have published on such topics as river modelling, flood risk management and wind damage. International experience having worked in UK, US and the Netherlands.

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Texas Plumbing, Gas, Water, Sewer Expert #42739

I have 40 years of experience, and specialize in the field of plumbing, HVAC, property inspection with specific knowledge in the areas of plumbing, property and structural designs and HVAC system designs. I have testified on plumbing failures and structural defects.

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Florida Construction, Fire, Storm, Water Expert #43168

I have 32 years of experience, and specialize in the field of construction and insurance with specific knowledge in the areas of fire, storm and water. I have proven to be very influencial and am well liked and respected in my field

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Utah Water, Softener, Filter Expert #44367

I have 15 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water treatment with specific knowledge in the areas of softening, filtration and purification. I have published on such topics as water quality management, corrosion control and environmental efficiency. I have treated problem water on three continents.

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Pennsylvania Geology, Science, Water, Physics Expert #44693

I have 23 years of experience and specialize in the field of geology with specific knowledge in the areas of karst (sinkholes), shale gas and subsurface imaging. I have published on such topics as sinkholes, subsurface imaging and detection of cadavers. I have testified 15 times on topics such as sinkholes, groundwater and vibration.

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California Water, Litigation, Legal, Damage Expert #44784

I have 40 years of experience, and specialize in the field of general construction with specific knowledge in the areas of construction defect, water intrusion and repair estimates. I have testified on water intrusion and construction defects, breach of contract and construction defects. I have 40 years of construction experience and my contracting experience is real time. I worked in the field as a journeyman carpenter for about 10 years performing concrete, rough framing, and finish carpentry. As the company grew larger, I became an administrator overseeing from 10 to 20 projects a year. I’ve seen a wide range of…

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Water, Environment Expert #45434

I have 28 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water regulatory development and enforcement with specific knowledge in the areas of federal water programs and regulations, water purification technologies and industrial impacts on the environment. I have published on such topics as source control programs for municipal wastewater treatment, municipal sewage sludge management and emerging nanotechnologies for water. I have testified 50 times on topics such as enforcement of federal, state and local water regulations. I spent the firs 28 years of my professional career handling all facets of regulating the industrial community in the greater Chicago…

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Wisconsin Waste Management, Water, Mining Expert #46027

I have 27 years of experience, and specialize in the field of geotechnical and environmental engineering with specific knowledge in the areas of landfills, groundwater and soil contamination and mining. I have published on such topics as landfills and environment, mining wastes and environment, groundwater and soil remediation. I have testified 15 times on topics such as landfill environmental performance, groundwater contamination and geotechnics and geosynthetics.

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Virginia Fish, Science, Water Expert #47002

I have 35 years of experience, and specialize in the field of oceanography with specific knowledge in the areas of coastal, polar and open ocean systems. I have published on such topics as productivity and biomass, vertical flux and bio-physical interactions. I have presented numerous seminars at national and international Universities throughout the world.

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California Water, Civil Engineering Expert #47432

I have 51 years of experience, and specialize in the field of civil engineering with specific knowledge in the areas of water resources, wastewater treatment and resource recovery. I have published on such topics as industrial wastewater treatment, water reclamation and resource recovery. I have testified on sewer design, national pollutant discharge elimination system permit compliance and site clean-up.

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Iowa Chemicals, Environment, Water Expert #47980

I have 35 years of experience, and specialize in the field of environmental engineering with specific knowledge in the areas of bioprocessing, biofuels and disinfestations. I have published on such topics as disinfection, water and wastewater treatment, ethanol production, water reclamation and adsorption. I have testified on wastewater solids dewatering and ethanol production equipment. I was named innovator of the year in 2009 based on my developments in bio fuels production, water reclamation and alcohol purification.

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Illinois Water, Testing, Materials Expert #47997

I have 30 years of experience, and specialize in the field of construction with specific knowledge in the areas of glass, windows and curtain walls. I have published on such topics as water leaks, window condensation and window testing. I have testified 6 times on topics such as construction defects, water leaks and glass failure. I have authored over 50 in-depth articles about my field of expertise.

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Maryland Water, Quality, Pollution Expert #48053

I have 25 years of experience, and specialize in the field of agricultural nutrient management with specific knowledge in the areas of soil phosphorus dynamics, soil nitrogen dynamics and nonpoint source nutrient pollution. I have published on such topics as phosphorus runoff from agricultural soils, agricultural nutrient management and water quality protection. I have testified on nonpoint source phosphorus loss assessment, agricultural nutrient management and agronomic fertilizer use efficiency. I launched a new academic department, environmental science and technology at a university of and served as the chair of this new department for five years.

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California Civil Engineering, Water, System Expert #48222

I have 40 years of experience, and specialize in the field of civil engineering with specific knowledge in the areas of drinking water systems, storm drainage and pipeline construction.

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Virginia Water, Rates, Planning, Finance Expert #48235

I have 40 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water and wastewater utilities with specific knowledge in the areas of rates and finance, efficiency and management. I have published on such topics as benchmarking, rates and finance and customer service. I have testified 10 times on topics such as rates and finance, regulatory compliance and benchmarking and efficiency. I have been a consultant to utilities with a served population of more than half of the United States.

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Georgia Water, Utilities, Cost, Pricing Expert #48357

I have 25 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water rates and charges with specific knowledge in the areas of fair and reasonable monopoly pricing, cost-of-service analysis and water and sewer financial planning. I have published on such topics as wholesale water supply cost allocations, utility pricing and environmental auditing. I have testified 6 times on topics such as water rates and impact fees, industrial wastewater rates and wholesale water and sewer rates.

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Maryland Hydrology, Water, Control Expert #48374

I have 23 years of experience, and specialize in the field of civil engineering with specific knowledge in the areas of land development, hydrology, hydraulics, water, wells, septic, sewer, storm drains, culverts, paving, permitting. I have testified 9 times on topics such as flooding, dam failure, permit regulations, storm water management, and subdivision planning and local regulations.

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New York Wastewater Treatment, Water Expert #48441

I have 35 years of experience, and specialize in the field of construction management with specific knowledge in the areas of water supply, wastewater treatment and airport terminals. I have published on such topics as biosolids process and usage, recent trends in airport design and construction. I have testified on construction sequence and delays, construction accident and construction manager standard of care.

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Idaho Water, Planning, Management Expert #48480

I have 24 years of experience, and specialize in the field of water resources with specific knowledge in the areas of water rights, land and water use planning and nutrient management. I have published on such topics as nitrogen biogeochemistry, groundwater transport and water use. I have testified 20 times on topics such as water use, water rights and land use changes in various public hearings.I spent four years conducting in-depth due diligence and providing litigation support on several hundred water rights.

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New Jersey Water, Ethics, Cost, Research Expert #48856

I have 17 years of experience, and specialize in the field of construction with specific knowledge in the areas of roofing and siding, moisture management and building inspection. I have published on such topics as exterior insulation and finishing system and stucco, and professional ethics and building performance. I have testified on exterior insulation and finishing system and stucco, concrete and masonry and construction costs. I entered private practice directly from defense contracting 17 years ago. I have thoroughly enjoyed the wide range of subjects that I have been called on to research and investigate, and also the opportunity to…

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Water Workshops

A few of the courses and workshops led by our Water experts:

  • Automating Wastewater Aeration
  • Soil Aquifer Treatment for Sustainable Water Reuse
  • Surface Water Quality Management
  • Sustainable Water Resources Management