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This expert has over 20 years of experience in wildland fire investigation, suppression, prescribed fire, and training. He is currently the President/Owner of a private wildfire investigation, consulting, and training firm. Previously, he served as a Special Agent with the US Forest Service, specializing in wildland fire investigation and performing as the national wildland fire investigation expert, as well as, detailing as the Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge. He was also the Incident Commander of the US Forest Service Law Enforcement & Investigations Fire Investigation Team and received the US Forest Service's Special Agent of the Year Award. He is currently an active member, and former Co-Chair, of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group's Wildland Fire Investigation Committee. He has investigated hundreds of wildland fires, to include the largest fires in the history of Arizona and New Mexico. He has also instructed numerous wildland fire investigation training courses, both nationally and internationally. He was also a Subject Matter Expert in the U.S. Forest Service's International Programs organization. He holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration/Finance from Northern Arizona University.
Owner, A wildland fire consulting firm in AZ
Bachelor of Science (BS), Northern Arizona University
Eagar,
Arizona
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What Can a Forestry Expert Witness Opine On?
Tree Planting
Establishing new trees in designated areas.
Forest Inventory
Assessing tree species and quantities present.
Timber Harvesting
Removing trees for wood production.
Site Preparation
Preparing land for planting or regeneration.
Pest Management
Controlling insects and diseases in forests.
Fire Management
Implementing strategies to prevent wildfires.
FAQs for Forestry Expert Witnesses
What is a forestry expert witness?
A forestry expert witness is a qualified forestry professional who provides specialized opinions in legal cases. They assist by reviewing forest records, assessing timber or land use, testifying in court, and clarifying complex forestry issues.
What types of cases may require the expertise of a forestry expert witness?
A forestry expert witness handles timber trespass, logging disputes, wildfire damage, forest management negligence, land-use conflicts, tree valuation, and environmental compliance cases.
How can a forestry expert witness evaluate timber valuation disputes?
A forestry expert witness evaluates timber valuation disputes by analyzing inventory data, growth rates, market prices, logging costs, and management practices to determine fair timber value.
What forestry expert witness credentials are most persuasive at trial?
The most persuasive forestry expert witness credentials include advanced forestry degrees, professional forester licensing, extensive field experience, publications, and prior courtroom testimony.
How does a forestry expert witness assess compliance with forest management standards?
A forestry expert witness assesses compliance with forest management standards by reviewing plans, field conditions, data records, and practices against relevant laws and industry guidelines.
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