With more than 40 years of experience in real estate appraisal, this expert specializes in the valuation of complex and specialized properties, including power plants, cogeneration facilities, oil refineries, chemical plants, and above- and below-ground storage facilities. Their expertise encompasses appraisal analysis in support of litigation, adherence to USPAP standards, and valuation of real property, tangible personal property, and intangible assets across matters involving eminent domain, bankruptcy, commercial disputes, and ad valorem taxation.

A significant portion of their career has been dedicated to expert witness engagement, where they have been retained in cases involving condemnation, tax appeals, and complex commercial litigation. They have been qualified as an appraisal expert in numerous judicial venues, including county courts, state district courts, Federal District Court, and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, as well as commissioners’ courts and appraisal district review boards. Their experience includes providing more than 300 depositions, testimony in over 200 special commissioners hearings, and appearances in more than 100 jury and bench trials, reflecting substantial courtroom and litigation experience.

In addition to appraisal practice, they are the owner of a business valuation and advisory firm specializing in the appraisal of business enterprises, partnership interests, and the allocation of tangible and intangible assets. Their work includes providing counseling and advisory services related to real estate and asset valuation, as well as coordinating complementary services such as land planning and brokerage through affiliated entities, supporting clients in complex valuation and development matters.

Their professional credentials include MAI and SRA designations from the Appraisal Institute and the CRE designation from The Counselors of Real Estate, along with licensure as a State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser in Texas and a Texas real estate broker license. Their academic background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. They have contributed to the profession through leadership roles, including serving as Past Chair and Past President of professional organizations, as well as active participation in industry associations. Their contributions also include extensive lecturing and publications on appraisal, valuation theory, eminent domain, and related legal and economic topics, in addition to serving as an AQB-certified instructor for USPAP and appraisal ethics courses.