Petroleum Expert Witnesses in Texas

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Petroleum expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including oil and gas exploration, petroleum engineering, energy economics, and environmental impact assessments. Some of the most common specialties among petroleum expert witnesses include drilling operations, reservoir management, pipeline systems, offshore platforms, and hydraulic fracturing. They have provided opinions on the effects of oil spills, fracking practices, drilling accidents, resource valuation, and environmental contamination.

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Review Fee $525/hr
Deposition Fee $525/hr
Court Fee $525/hr

This highly qualified chemical engineer has more than 40 years of experience in the design and operation of petroleum refineries, oil terminals, and petrochemical plants. Much of his work originates at executing process simulators, including simulations in petroleum refining, ethylene, fine chemicals, reforming processes, dehydration, distillation, and gas processing. For the past 30+ years, this expert has been the President, Owner, and Engineering Manager for a large chemical process design firm that analyzes chemical processes, petrochemical plant safety, and a variety of facets in the industry.

President, Owner, and Engineering Manager, A Chemical Process Design Firm in TX

Bachelor of Science (BS), University of the West Indies

Houston,

Texas

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Review Fee $425/hr
Deposition Fee $475/hr
Court Fee $475/hr

This qualified expert of Fracking Tools & Applications obtained his BS in Chemistry from Oklahoma State University and is a member of multiple Chemistry and Petroleum Professional Societies. This expert has more than forty five years of experience in both research, development, and field use of acidizing and fracturing fluids. He has worldwide experience in fracturing and acidizing stimulation, completion, well control operations, and knowledge of equipment and tools utilized in completion techniques unique to the oil field industry. He has published 70 Articles on Petroleum and Fracking and is currently the President of an Oil and Fracking Consulting Firm.

President & Senior Partner, An oil & fracking consultancy in TX

Bachelor of Science (BS), Oklahoma State University

Houston,

Texas

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Review Fee $535/hr
Deposition Fee $535/hr
Court Fee $535/hr

This qualified expert is a professional engineer who earned his BS from Texas A&M University and his MBA from the University of Houston. He is an advisory board member of GasPro Americas and the Gas to Liquid Technology Forum. Formerly, this expert has served various roles in the gas industry such as an Energy Consultant for Purvin & Gertz, a Gas Plants Manager for Hess Corporation, a VP at NextEra Energy Resources, and a Gas Processing Instructor at John M. Campbell & Co. Currently, he is a Director and Managing Partner for an energy consulting firm.

Director and Managing Partner, An energy consulting firm

Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Houston

Houston,

Texas

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Review Fee $325/hr
Deposition Fee $325/hr
Court Fee $325/hr

This expert on Oil and Gas Engineering has been in the industry for 30+ years. He has experience with engineering, engineering management, and forensic engineering investigations. He possesses a thorough understanding of design, construction, and operational needs. He obtained his BS in Mechanical Engineering from New Mexico State University and his MS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Houston. He is a certified Professional Engineer in TX and is currently a Senior Consultant at a private engineering consultant firm.

Senior Consultant, A Private Engineering Consulting Firm

Master of Science (MS), University of Houston

Houston,

Texas

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FAQs for Petroleum Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a petroleum expert witness in legal proceedings?

A petroleum expert witness provides specialized knowledge in oil and gas industry matters, including exploration, drilling, production, refining, and marketing. They can offer insights on technical issues, industry standards, and regulatory compliance.

What types of cases might require a petroleum expert witness?

Cases involving oil spills, environmental damage, industrial accidents, patent disputes over petroleum technology, or contractual disputes in the oil and gas industry often require a petroleum expert witness.

Can a petroleum expert witness help with cases related to fracking?

Yes. Petroleum experts can provide valuable insights into hydraulic fracturing (fracking) operations, potential risks involved, industry best practices, and regulatory standards.

Are there subspecialties within the field of petroleum expertise?

Yes. Subspecialties can include upstream operations like exploration and drilling, midstream processes like transportation and storage, and downstream activities like refining and marketing.

How can a petroleum expert witness assist in an oil spill litigation case?

In oil spill cases, a petroleum expert can analyze factors such as cause of the spill, adherence to safety protocols, cleanup efforts, environmental impact assessment, and estimation of damages.

How does Expert Institute select its Petroleum 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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