Geology expert witnesses analyze earth materials, structures, and processes to clarify disputes involving land stability, resource extraction, and environmental impact. They are often professional geologists, hydrogeologists, engineering geologists, or geophysicists who evaluate subsurface conditions, erosion, groundwater flow, seismic risk, and compliance with relevant technical standards.
Mining Reclamation & Legacy Mine Remediation Expert Witness
Mining Reclamation & Legacy Mine Remediation Expert Witness
- Review Fee
- $450/hr
- Deposition Fee
- $600/hr
- Court Fee
- $750/hr
This expert has spent 35+ years in the mining industry, during which reclamation planning/execution has been a focal point. His experience includes mine and reclamation planning, mine and reclamation plan permitting by way of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) under the Mineral Leasing Act (MLA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), implementation of best mining and reclamation practices, mine closure, and historic/legacy mine remediation. He began his own consulting business in 2016 and previously served as the Manager of Mining Projects and Remediation for Agrium USA. The expert is a registered Professional Engineer in Idaho and a member of the Society of Mining Engineers. He earned his B.S. in Mining Engineering from University of Utah and his MSHA trained.
Principal Engineer, An environmental and infrastructure solutions company in ID
Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Utah
Soda Springs,
Idaho