Oil and Gas Expert Witnesses in California

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Oil and gas expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including petroleum engineering, geology, drilling operations, pipeline management, and energy economics. Some of the most common oil and gas expert witness specialties also include reservoir engineering, offshore drilling, hydraulic fracturing, natural gas processing, and oilfield safety. They can opine on the effects of environmental impact, drilling accidents, oil spills, property rights disputes, and regulatory compliance.

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Oil and Gas Experts in California

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Review Fee $450/hr
Deposition Fee $450/hr
Court Fee $450/hr

This expert has extensive experience in fuel system design, storage, and dispensing systems. He has spent many years as a gas station expert, constructing gasoline service stations for major oil companies and public agencies. He has been involved with numerous societies in the gas station safety/construction industry, and is certified to handle all gas station related materials. Currently, this expert consults on fuel system installation, design, and safety at his own firm.

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Owner, A fuel systems consulting firm in CA

Rancho Mission Viejo |

California

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $900/hr
Court Fee $900/hr

This expert has been a pioneer in the field of seismic reservoir characterization for over 30 years, with his research interests including borehole geophysics and hydraulic fracturing. He obtained over a dozen US and worldwide patents for his work and sold this technology to Western-Atlas International, where it became part of a suite of on-site drill products. In 1992 he became a member of the Engineering Faculty at the prestigious University of California at Berkeley. He has over 100 referred publications and conerence proceedings and has been invited speaker in dozens of technical and industrial venues. In 1998, this expert formed a geoimaging firm, which creates investor pools to particpate in oil and gas projects throghout the US. In 2014 he became the Chief Technical Adviser for an oil company.

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Faculty Staff Scientist, A University Laboratory in CA

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Stanford University

Oakland |

California

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FAQs for Oil and Gas Expert Witnesses

What is the role of an oil and gas expert witness in a legal case?

An oil and gas expert witness provides specialized knowledge about the industry, including drilling operations, pipeline management, environmental impact, and regulatory compliance. They can offer crucial insights to support or challenge evidence in a case.

What types of cases might require an oil and gas expert witness?

Cases involving land rights disputes, environmental damage claims, industrial accidents, contract disputes between oil companies, or allegations of regulatory non-compliance often require an oil and gas expert witness.

Are there subspecialties within the field of oil and gas that an expert witness might focus on?

Yes, some experts may specialize in areas such as petroleum engineering, geology, environmental impact assessment, offshore drilling operations, or energy economics.

How can an oil and gas expert witness assist in cases related to environmental damage?

These experts can assess the extent of environmental harm caused by oil spills or leaks, evaluate cleanup efforts, and provide testimony on industry standards for preventing such incidents.

Why would I need an expert witness with a background in petroleum engineering for my case?

A petroleum engineer can provide detailed insights into drilling operations, reservoir management, production methods, and equipment safety standards. This expertise can be critical in cases involving technical disputes or accidents.

How does Expert Institute select its Oil and Gas expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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