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Ms. Warner holds a Master of Science in Architectural Engineering and is a Certified Access Specialist Professional by the state of California, as well as a National Accessibility Professional Certification for the Built Environment. She recently retired after over 30 years of service with the City of San Diego, including 25 years dedicated to accessible design. She brings extensive knowledge and understanding of accessibility laws, codes, and regulations. She collaborated with various city departments, including Park and Recreation Engineering and Capital projects, Transportation, and Mobility, overseeing the Citywide ADA compliance program, and managing transition plans.  

Ms. Warner played a key role in the development of accessibility requirements for Park Design, Street Design, Complete Streets, and Curb Ramp Design Guidelines. Additionally, she integrated code changes and provided training to ensure compliance with accessibility regulations. Ms. Warner’s qualifications and experience highlight her expertise in accessible design. Beyond her previous role, she serves on the board of the California Certified Access Specialists Institute (CASI), where she helps coordinate the education program. She is also actively involved with the Regional Transportation Board and has presented at national conferences, sharing her insights on accessibility.

Ms. Dobreva is a dedicated project manager with a successful track record in the construction industry. Currently based in Los Angeles, her experience encompasses a diverse range of projects in commercial real estate, luxury living, and biotech/life sciences, featuring budgets that span from $15 million to $300 million in states such as Arizona, Texas, Michigan, and Florida. She specializes in project management, cost management and construction consulting. Ms. Dobreva diligently engages in all project phases, from design to construction management, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes while building strong relationships with her clients. Passionate about purposeful design and the use of natural elements, she continually seeks innovative ways to add value to projects and spaces creatively, showcasing her dedication to both her professional and personal interests.

Mr. Thakkar is a seasoned professional with a strong background in industrial engineering and project management. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in project management at the University of Cumberland, Mr. Thakkar holds a previous master’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Texas A&M University and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He brings a wealth of technical expertise, specializing in Advanced Excel, Tableau, SQL, ERP & MRP Systems. Mr. Thakkar’s certifications include Green Belt Lean Six-Sigma, Data Analysis, Production and Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Process Optimization, Engineering Economics, and Business Development. In his current role as senior supply chain Analyst at Topcon Positioning Systems, he excels in generating global inventory forecasts for 15 locations, contributing significantly to sales and materials forecast processes. Previously, at Cepheid, he led a team to successfully deliver a $300M order in four months and spearheaded many improvement projects to streamline supply chain planning.

Dr. Dawson recently retired as the Associate Vice President for Administrative Operations at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi where he oversaw facility operations, maintenance, grounds, custodial, and planning and construction as well as Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) for the “Island” campus. His experience spans federal, state, county and local municipality projects including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), General Services Administration (GSA), Department of Justice (DOJ), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and Department of Defense (DoD) including the Naval Construction Battalion’s at Gulfport and Port Hueneme, Seabees, Navy Civil Engineer Corp, Army Corps of Engineers, Air Force Civil Engineers and RED HORSE units, in addition to higher education with the Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) University of North Texas System (UNTS) and Tarrant County College District (TCCD). Dr. Dawson has more than 38 years’ experience in urban planning, developmental programming, building and infrastructure design, construction and program management for a wide variety of capital investment programs and unique environments. He is a retired Air Force Civil Engineering officer with experience in the design and construction of numerous facilities supporting major weapon systems and the U.S. electronic security and space programs world-wide. Dr. Dawson is a registered architect in the State of Texas and a certified city planner. He is also a U.S. Green Building Institute Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) with experience in numerous sustainable projects. He has specialized mediation and disputes resolution training and experience directly related to the design and construction industry, successfully resolving construction claims based on errors and omissions, defective product or workmanships, scheduling deviations or Acts-of-God. Additional skills include preparation of specifications, bidding and construction plans, cost estimates, and bidding services related to federal and state contract requirements and processes.

Mr. Luke has over 40 years of experience in the construction and engineering industry. He offers inspections, construction management, and construction consultation for residential and commercial projects and is a national speaker on topics such as construction; engineering, building safety, real estate, construction litigation, expert witness services, building codes and more. Mr. Luke is a three-time best-selling author on the subjects of construction management and building safety and has numerous articles published in national construction, design and management publications. He has also been a featured guest on national media shows such as Times Square Today and Hollywood Live, which were broadcast on national media outlets such as ABC, CNBC, CNN, NBC, Fox Affiliates, A&E and Bravo. In his speaking career, Mr. Luke conducts up to 30 presentations annually, including educational webinars and seminars targeted toward the construction, real estate, and property management industries. He has also participated in expert panels, discussing construction litigation and building code compliance. Mr. Luke is a member of various national construction associations and has earned certifications for: Certified Construction Inspector, Certified Construction Project Manager, Certified Construction Consultant and Certified Building Inspector.

Mr. Halek brings over six years of specialized experience in transportation electrification, with a strong foundation built on two decades in the utility sector. As principal trusted advisor for ConsultOne Group, a Twin Cities-based consultancy, he provides strategic guidance to small businesses and property stakeholders across the residential, multi-family, commercial, retail, and hospitality sectors, helping them implement turnkey EV charging solutions tailored to their needs.

Throughout his career, Mr. Halek has held executive leadership roles in eMobility and electrical infrastructure and collaborated with numerous leading EV charging station original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). He is well versed in residential and commercial Level 2 and DC Fast Charging technologies, network solutions, installation, servicing, and available market incentives.

Mr. Halek is also a thought leader in the EV space, having authored industry articles for the Minnesota Multi Housing Association, Minnesota Business Journal, and Minnesota Real Estate Journal. As an instructor with HalfMoon Education Inc., he taught the Adding EV Charging Stations to Homes and Businesses course and has moderated and spoken on expert panels, many CEC-approved, for organizations such as the Building Owners & Managers Association of Greater Minneapolis, Minnesota Real Estate Journal Multi Housing Summit, and Minnesota Multi Housing Association Executive Conference.

Mr. Halek holds a B.S. degree in Industrial Studies from St. Cloud State University and an MBA degree from the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management. His prior roles include business development positions with leading electrical contractors in the Twin Cities, where he helped deploy certified EV charging solutions and earned multiple installation partner designations from top-tier EV charging OEMs.

Mr. Halek brings over six years of specialized experience in transportation electrification, with a strong foundation built on two decades in the utility sector. As principal trusted advisor for ConsultOne Group, a Twin Cities-based consultancy, he provides strategic guidance to small businesses and property stakeholders across the residential, multi-family, commercial, retail, and hospitality sectors, helping them implement turnkey EV charging solutions tailored to their needs.

Throughout his career, Mr. Halek has held executive leadership roles in eMobility and electrical infrastructure and collaborated with numerous leading EV charging station original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). He is well versed in residential and commercial Level 2 and DC Fast Charging technologies, network solutions, installation, servicing, and available market incentives.

Mr. Halek is also a thought leader in the EV space, having authored industry articles for the Minnesota Multi Housing Association, Minnesota Business Journal, and Minnesota Real Estate Journal. As an instructor with HalfMoon Education Inc., he taught the Adding EV Charging Stations to Homes and Businesses course and has moderated and spoken on expert panels, many CEC-approved, for organizations such as the Building Owners & Managers Association of Greater Minneapolis, Minnesota Real Estate Journal Multi Housing Summit, and Minnesota Multi Housing Association Executive Conference.

Mr. Halek holds a B.S. degree in Industrial Studies from St. Cloud State University and an MBA degree from the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management. His prior roles include business development positions with leading electrical contractors in the Twin Cities, where he helped deploy certified EV charging solutions and earned multiple installation partner designations from top-tier EV charging OEMs.

 Dr. Byun joined the Chester County Water Resources Authority (CCWRA) as the Executive Director in 2020. She has more than 25 years of experience in water resources management, having worked at nonprofits, government agencies, academia, and private consulting. Prior to her role with CCWRA, Dr. Byun served as a water resource engineer with the Delaware River Basin Commission and the Senior Planner for Water Resources with the Brandywine Conservancy. She also contributed to the development of watershed management plans, conducted source water assessments, and analyzed wastewater collection systems, primarily for the City of Philadelphia, during her time with CDM Smith, an engineering and construction firm. Dr. Byun’s collective experience spans the water resources field, ranging from water supply availability to stormwater management to local policy-based initiatives for water quality improvement. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, Master of Science degree in Environmental Engineering from Drexel University, and a doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania in City and Regional Planning, with a focus on environmental planning and urban design. Dr. Byun has also served as an adjunct instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, Weitzman School of Design.

Ms. Dean will expand the successful Rapid Stream Delisting program to more states in the watershed beyond Pennsylvania. After completing her master’s degree in environmental science at Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland, she researched sustainable development for a real estate developer in Beijing, China and social resilience at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis near Vienna, Austria. She earned her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. At the Conservancy, her work is focused on creating and delivering innovative, customized datasets and tools for diverse partners to help restore farmland and improve urban stormwater management. Ms. Dean lives in Baltimore where she enjoys city life and spending time with her niece, Ruby.

Ms. Gibson facilitates collaboration between a unique set of multi-sector partners who are working to improve local water quality. She spent her childhood in Lancaster County, exploring streams and growing up in her family’s business. Ms. Gibson attended the University of Richmond then spent 13 years in Maryland with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation in their Education Department. She returned to her Lancaster roots at Kitchen Kettle Village before bringing all her worlds together with the Lancaster Clean Water Partners in 2018. Ms. Gibson participated in the Rural-Urban Leadership Program and serves as the co-director for the Lancaster Watershed Leadership Academy. She loves life in Lancaster along with her husband and two kids.

Ms. Uhler has with over 20 years of expertise in various areas including stormwater management, watershed planning, GIS solutions, wetland science, and NPDES MS4 permit compliance. Her contributions have been instrumental for local governments and stewards of Pennsylvania’s waters and beyond. Ms. Uhler adopts a collaborative and technology-driven approach, providing sound scientific and regulatory advice while delivering project and program guidance. Additionally, she conducts water resources training and presentations, and serves as a subject matter expert for stormwater management programs. She is currently a member of the PA DEP’s Water Resources Advisory Committee, providing input on state policy and regulation and serving as an intergovernmental liaison among local, state, and federal entities. Ms. Uhler holds a Bachelor of Science in Geo-environmental Studies from Shippensburg University. She enjoys hiking, skiing, canoeing and kayaking Pennsylvania’s streams and rivers.

Ms. Werder Brown’s work focuses on the Saw Mill Run and Streets Run Watersheds in Pittsburgh’s southern neighborhoods and communities that are impacted by the shared environmental issues of stormwater runoff and sewage overflows. She works closely with the watershed communities, local governments, and academic and nonprofit partners to identify the issues and explore opportunities for stormwater mitigation in the watersheds. Prior to her work with Watersheds of South Pittsburgh, Ms. Werder Brown held leadership positions with EDS, Nine Mile Run Watershed Association. She graduated from Chatham University with a BS in biology and holds a Certificate in Nonprofit Executive Management from Georgetown University. Ms. Werder Brown’s graduate studies focus on the public’s understanding of uncertainty in science.

Mr. Cunningham joined Donaldson Stewart in 2021 as an associate and has been actively engaged in family law and juvenile litigation in Maricopa, Pinal and Yavapai Counties. He focuses his practice on family court mediation, litigation and helping survivors of domestic violence navigate the family court. Prior to joining Donaldson Stewart, Mr. Cunningham spent nearly six years with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office as a prosecutor completing more than 25 felony jury trials and countless bench trials. His last two years with the County Attorney’s Office were spent in the Family Violence Unit prosecuting cases involving homicide, child abuse and domestic violence.

Ms. Duhon’s main area of practice is family law. Ms. Duhon worked as a Special Advocate in the Arizona Supreme Court for three years prior to becoming an attorney with her own practice. She is known for her empathetic and detail specific approach to her client’s needs. Getting to know the family’s unique dynamics and intricacies is always a top priority. This approach allows Ms. Duhon to partner with her clients throughout the process, she will always actively engage every step of the way and will never discount the emotional turmoil her clients may be experiencing.

Ms. Mendoza practices primarily in Family Law including divorce, paternity actions, child custody, legal decision making, parenting time, business and property valuation, division of assets and debts, spousal support, child support, as well as matters involving domestic violence, orders of protection and other issues related to domestic relations. Ms. Mendoza also represents clients on appeal for family law matters. She was an acting Judge Pro Tempore with the Superior Court of Maricopa County from 2013 through 2022 covering judicial calendars and conducting settlement conferences in the Family Court division. Ms. Mendoza has also been appointed as Chair of the State Bar of Arizona’s Family Law Practice and Procedure Committee for four consecutive years.

Mr. Sapelli focuses his practice primarily on domestic relations. He offers experience representing clients in all family law-related matters. These include divorce, with or without children, and all issues that may arise in both types of cases. Mr. Sapelli effectively and compassionately advances his clients’ interests in matters involving legal decision-making, parenting time, child support, division of property and debts, spousal maintenance, and other issues. Mr. Sapelli also has experience in complex divorce matters including complex custody and property issues. Aside from divorce matters, his practice also focuses on paternity issues and third-party rights issues, such as grandparents’ rights, step-parents’ rights, and other non-parental rights for children. Giancarlo attended The S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. In law school, Mr. Sapelli was the assistant to the editor of the Utah Journal of Family Law. He earned a Bachelor’s in Political Science, with a History minor from the University of Arizona. Mr. Sapelli also has a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University, where he graduated with distinction. After an eight-year term of teaching junior high school, Mr. Sapelli’s love for family and children inspired him to work in family law. That same passion continues to inspire him today.

Foad Alvandi, P.E., is an electrical engineer and educator with more than 30 years of experience in the electrical and solar power industries. His areas of expertise include electrical circuit theory, electrical power engineering, and solar power systems.

Mr. Alvandi earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from George Mason University. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland.

In addition to his extensive industry experience, Mr. Alvandi has many years of teaching experience and currently serves as an adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins University, where he teaches the graduate-level Introduction to Electrical Power Systems course through the university’s Engineering for Professionals program. He also develops and presents professional development courses covering electrical circuit and electrical power engineering topics.

Although retired from full-time industry practice, Mr. Alvandi continues to teach and remains engaged with developments in the electrical and solar power industries.

Mr. Broder represents clients in all aspects of family and matrimonial law, including complex financial matters, custody disputes, arbitration, and mediation. For more than two decades, Mr. Broder has earned a reputation for exceptional legal skill, professionalism, and ethical standards. He has been selected as an AV Preeminent™ attorney by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest possible rating in legal ability and ethical standards, earned through a strenuous peer and judicial review procedure. He has been listed in Connecticut Super Lawyers® from 2013–2025 and recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®. He has been designated a “Top Lawyer” in three categories: Arbitration and Mediation, Family Law, and Matrimonial Law in Westport, Greenwich, New Canaan/Darien, and Fairfield Magazines. Mr Broder maintains a 10 out of 10 Avvo Rating and has been selected for Lawyers of Distinction, Recognizing Excellence in Family Law. He is frequently sought after for his insight on family law issues. He has appeared as a legal commentator on NBC’s Today Show and News 12 Connecticut, and he has been a featured guest on numerous nationally recognized family-law-focused podcasts. Mr. Broder regularly speaks to attorneys, accountants, financial professionals, therapists, and the general public on family and marital issues. Throughout his career, he has served as an educator on key issues affecting families, the courts, and the broader legal community. A dedicated contributor to Connecticut’s legal profession, Mr. Broder is a past President of the Fairfield County Bar Association, where he has also served on the Board of Directors, as Co-Chair of the Family Law Section, and on both the Nominating Committee and the Professionalism Symposium Committee. In addition, he is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association and previously served two terms as a Representative to the House of Delegates for District 3.

Mr. Cohen has been practicing law in Connecticut for more than 50 years. For most of that time, he has devoted his practice to family and matrimonial law. He is a graduate of Yale University, where he earned a B.A. degree. He received a Juris Doctor from the School of Law at the University of Virginia, where he served as Articles Editor of the Virginia Law Review and was elected to the Order of the Coif Legal Honorary Society. Mr. Cohen has served as president of both the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association and the Connecticut chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He is a Charter Fellow of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Over his career, Mr. Cohen has been listed in several publications, including Town & Country Magazine’s “The Best Lawyers in the U.S.,” Connecticut Super Lawyers® since 2006, New York Magazine’s “The New York Area’s Best Lawyers” and The Best Lawyers® in America since 1987. He holds the highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards according to Martindale–Hubbell®’s peer review ratings, and he is one of only 100 nationwide diplomates of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers of which he was a founder. His area of practice is Family Law in all trial courts and appellate courts.

Ms. Eucalitto was admitted to the Connecticut bar in 2015. Her practice focuses exclusively on matrimonial and family law, including divorce, post judgment issues, and appellate matters. Ms. Eucalitto was recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine as a Rising Star in the field of Family Law in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. In 2023, she was awarded Connecticut’s Best Lawyer – Ones to Watch. In 2018, Ms. Eucalitto delivered a presentation to the Fairfield County Bar Association on “Post-Majority Child Support: A Primer & Discussion of Practice Considerations.” She has also presented Case Law Updates at the Family Law Section meeting of the Connecticut Bar Association. In July 2018, she attended the American Bar Association’s Family Law Trial Advocacy program at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy in Boulder, Colorado, which is an intensive eight-day training and mock trial program involving lawyers from around the country. In 2015, the Law Review of Quinnipiac University School of Law published her article, “Retiring Alimony at Retirement: A Proposal for Alimony Reform.” She graduated summa cum laude from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 2015. While at Quinnipiac, she completed the Family Law concentration with honors and was active in the Family Law Society where she served as Service Chair. She was also a member of the Law Review. She is a member of the American Bar Association, the Connecticut Bar Association and its Family Law Section, and the Fairfield County Bar Association. She is also a member of the Westport Young Women’s League.

Ms. Provencher focuses on all types of family law matters, particularly contested divorce and custody cases, post-judgment modifications, prenuptial agreements, family law appeals, and de facto parentage petitions. Ms. Provencher is experienced in family law litigation and negotiations, including property division, child support, alimony, and parenting plans. She is also collaboratively trained and a certified Guardian ad litem. Ms. Provencher understands that family law matters affect clients in a deeply personal way that substantially impacts the client’s life. She develops an individualized approach to each case, keeping in mind the client’s unique goals and circumstances. Ms. Provencher is experienced in working with the client every step of the process whether through out of court settlement negotiations or preparing for a courtroom trial. In her appellate practice she takes lead on researching and drafting briefs and related motions, including developing strategy and identifying issues for appeal. She has been recognized as a Rising Star in the area of Family Law by Connecticut Super Lawyers in 2023 and 2024 as well as by The Best Lawyers in America on their “Ones to Watch” list for 2024 and 2025. Prior to becoming an associate, Ms. Provencher was a paralegal in the Family Law Practice for several years. In law school, she was the Senior Articles Editor of the Western New England Law Review and published her note States Should Create A Heightened Standard of Review for Contracts That Determine the Disposition of Frozen Embryos in Contested Divorce Cases, which addressed the various legal standards nationwide for disputed frozen embryos in the context of divorced couples, received CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Family Law, Constitutional Law, and Torts, and was a teaching assistant in Constitutional Law.

Mr. Raymond has been practicing exclusively matrimonial and family law for his entire career. Mr. Raymond attended Quinnipiac University School of Law due to its renowned family law concentration, graduating cum laude in 2012. He obtained his BA in Psychology in 2009 at the University of Maine in Orono while minoring in Sociology and Legal Studies. Mr. Raymond applies his understanding of human behavior and social interaction to his practice every day, helping clients through difficult and often emotional issues with sincerity, empathy and understanding. While in law school, he worked for the Chief State’s Attorney’s Office in the Financial (“White Collar”) Crimes Division where he assisted in the preparation of trial materials and conducted other trial work on a multi-million dollar larceny case. Mr. Raymond’s experience at the Chief State’s Attorney’s Office provided him with a solid understanding of forensic accounting, which translates well into his matrimonial practice. Also during law school, Mr. Raymond worked for a general practice law firm in New Haven where his first practical experience with family and matrimonial law matters was gained. His exceptional writing and research skills afforded him the opportunity to author an appellate brief in a matrimonial matter, and his advocacy skills allowed him the privilege of representing a client in court in another matrimonial matter, both while only in his second year of law school. After law school, Mr. Raymond successfully passed the CT Bar Exam and immediately began as an associate attorney at one of Fairfield County’s most preeminent family and matrimonial law firms, where he worked for four years. Under his former senior partners, he learned how to effectively and efficiently manage complex financial and custody matters from start to finish. In 2012, Mr. Raymond received the distinguished honor of being selected to serve as a “Special Master” in the Superior Court for the Judicial District of Fairfield at Bridgeport, which role normally requires in excess of 10 years of practice to be selected. As a Special Master, he has assisted many other attorneys in settling multi-faceted financial issues in family matters. Mr. Raymond was appointed as a co-chair of the Greater Bridgeport Bar Association in 2022, which affords him the privilege of working hand-in-hand with a wide array of judges, attorneys, mediators and other professionals in the greater Bridgeport area. He was selected to the Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” list for Connecticut every year from 2018 to current, and was named a “Top 10 Attorney Under 40” by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys just after finishing his first year of solo practice. He has a perfect 10.00 rating on Avvo.com, and he has numerous testimonials and five-star reviews from prior clients on that site. Mr. Raymond regularly speaks on highly complex family law topics before his peers at local and national conferences. He is a certified Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) and Attorney for Minor Children (AMC). He has represented numerous children in the New Haven, Milford and Bridgeport Superior Courts and accepts both private and court appointments for GAL/AMC matters.

Ms. Paist-Goldman has more than 25 years of experience in water resource engineering with a particular focus in stream and wetland restoration and mitigation design. She is the principal and owner of Rippled Waters Engineering, LLC based in New Jersey. Her firm specializes in water resources engineering services for a variety of projects. She is an experienced hydrologic and hydraulic modeler and has worked extensively on design and analysis using a variety of hydrologic and hydraulic programs including HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and HydroCAD. Ms. Paist-Goldman’s design expertise includes wetland restoration and mitigation; stream restoration; bridge repair and replacement; and dam repair, replacement, and removal. Specifically related to riverine systems, Ms. Paist-Goldman has extensive expertise with stream restoration, large woody debris, natural channel design and bioengineering stabilization techniques. Ms. Paist-Goldman has designed restoration projects of all sizes ranging from a few hundred feet to several miles of stream. These projects are planned for use as mitigation banks or serve as mitigation for development onsite. Working closely with restoration ecologists and landscape architects, Ms. Paist-Goldman has designed a variety of stream and wetland habitats including creation, enhancement, restoration, and preservation with a focus on sustainability and regulatory compliance.

Dr. Gregory H. Nail is a professor in the Engineering Department at the University of Tennessee at Martin where he teaches a variety of courses including fluid mechanics, hydraulics and hydrology, and hydraulic and hydrologic modeling. He holds a professional engineer’s license based on having passed both the Civil and Mechanical discipline-specific exams. Prior to coming to UT-Martin in 2002, he worked as a research hydraulic engineer for the United States Army Corp of Engineers for 11 years. He continues to be professionally active by working summer internships, carrying on consulting work, supervising senior design projects, and regularly delivering continuation programs, all oriented around computational hydraulic and computational hydrologic modeling. Dr. Nail earned his B.M.E. degree from Auburn University and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Texas A&M University.

Dr. Gregory H. Nail is a professor in the Engineering Department at the University of Tennessee at Martin where he teaches a variety of courses including fluid mechanics, hydraulics and hydrology, and hydraulic and hydrologic modeling. He holds a professional engineer’s license based on having passed both the Civil and Mechanical discipline-specific exams. Prior to coming to UT-Martin in 2002, he worked as a research hydraulic engineer for the United States Army Corp of Engineers for 11 years. He continues to be professionally active by working summer internships, carrying on consulting work, supervising senior design projects, and regularly delivering continuation programs, all oriented around computational hydraulic and computational hydrologic modeling. Dr. Nail earned his B.M.E. degree from Auburn University and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Texas A&M University.

Dr. Gregory H. Nail is a professor in the Engineering Department at the University of Tennessee at Martin where he teaches a variety of courses including fluid mechanics, hydraulics and hydrology, and hydraulic and hydrologic modeling. He holds a professional engineer’s license based on having passed both the Civil and Mechanical discipline-specific exams. Prior to coming to UT-Martin in 2002, he worked as a research hydraulic engineer for the United States Army Corp of Engineers for 11 years. He continues to be professionally active by working summer internships, carrying on consulting work, supervising senior design projects, and regularly delivering continuation programs, all oriented around computational hydraulic and computational hydrologic modeling. Dr. Nail earned his B.M.E. degree from Auburn University and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Texas A&M University.

Dr. Gregory H. Nail is a professor in the Engineering Department at the University of Tennessee at Martin where he teaches a variety of courses including fluid mechanics, hydraulics and hydrology, and hydraulic and hydrologic modeling. He holds a professional engineer’s license based on having passed both the Civil and Mechanical discipline-specific exams. Prior to coming to UT-Martin in 2002, he worked as a research hydraulic engineer for the United States Army Corp of Engineers for 11 years. He continues to be professionally active by working summer internships, carrying on consulting work, supervising senior design projects, and regularly delivering continuation programs, all oriented around computational hydraulic and computational hydrologic modeling. Dr. Nail earned his B.M.E. degree from Auburn University and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Texas A&M University.

Dr. Gregory H. Nail is a professor in the Engineering Department at the University of Tennessee at Martin where he teaches a variety of courses including fluid mechanics, hydraulics and hydrology, and hydraulic and hydrologic modeling. He holds a professional engineer’s license based on having passed both the Civil and Mechanical discipline-specific exams. Prior to coming to UT-Martin in 2002, he worked as a research hydraulic engineer for the United States Army Corp of Engineers for 11 years. He continues to be professionally active by working summer internships, carrying on consulting work, supervising senior design projects, and regularly delivering continuation programs, all oriented around computational hydraulic and computational hydrologic modeling. Dr. Nail earned his B.M.E. degree from Auburn University and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Texas A&M University.

Ms. Birt is a seasoned family law attorney, mediator, and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) with over 20 years of experience in family law and child advocacy. As the founder of Birt Family Law and creator of the signature Restorative Divorce™ process, Ms. Birt focuses on guiding families through resolution-focused divorce and co-parenting while minimizing court involvement. She is a sought-after speaker on ethics and best practices in family law, known for her practical insights and child-centered approach.

Ms. Dunn is a certified mediator, award-winning, and trained in collaborative divorce, and she has been appointed by judges to represent the interests of minor children in custody disputes. She was named a member of the illustrious Forty Under 40, a peer-reviewed selection of the finest young attorneys in Chicago. She has extensive knowledge of family law issues, including divorce and custody disputes, child support payments, alimony matters, prenuptial agreements, domestic violence cases, adoption proceedings and other types of family disputes. Ms. Dunn practices exclusively in family law and has done so since 2008.

Mr. Field has been practicing matrimonial and family law in Illinois for 24 years. He currently serves as the Head of Beermann LLP’s Family Law Practice Group and he is an experienced litigator specializing in custody disputes, relocation actions (including interstate and international matters under the Hague Convention), post-dissolution conflicts, and the negotiation and drafting of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. In 2010, Mr. Field was named one of Illinois’ Top 40 Attorneys Under Forty by Law Bulletin Publishing Company and has been recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine every year since 2009.

Mr. Gordon works exclusively in the area of family law. He has significant experience dealing with both parenting-related and financial litigation. In addition, Mr. Gordon has expertise conducting settlement conferences, drafting marital settlement agreements, parenting agreements, and pre and post-nuptial agreements. Furthermore, he is a skilled appellate advocate, having litigated numerous family law cases at the Appellate Court level. In 2012, Mr. Gordon’s book, Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Agreements, was published by the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education (IICLE). He also authored the 2022 edition of the book, and it remains their most comprehensive authority on the drafting and enforcement of pre and post-nuptial agreements.

Mr. Maurer has over two decades of experience in all aspects of divorce and family law. As a trained guardian ad litem, Mr. Maurer has been appointed by judges to investigate contested custody cases, to be “the eyes and ears of the court”, and to give guidance and recommendations to the court as to what is in the best interest of the children. As a trained and certified mediator, he has been appointed by the courts and retained by private parties to act as a neutral third party to facilitate settlement agreements between parties to divorce and parenting disputes. Mr. Maurer handles cases in DuPage County, Cook County, Kane County, and other counties in the Greater Chicagoland Area. He has focused his practice in the area of family law, including divorce issues (contested and uncontested divorces, complex financial divorces), parentage cases, preparation of prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements, custody disputes, establishing visitation or parenting schedules, child support calculation and maintenance determination, grandparent rights, relocation disputes regarding removing children from Illinois, and enforcement or modification of court orders.

Ms. McGuan received her J.D. degree, summa cum laude, from the Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2010, where she graduated first in her class. Prior to attending law school, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish Language and Literature from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and a Certificate in Paralegal Studies from William Rainey Harper College in Palatine, Illinois. An attorney in private practice, Ms. McGuan is a member of the Adjunct Faculty in the Legal Studies Program at the College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, where she teaches Introduction to Legal Research and Writing, Family Law, and Immigration Law. She is the author of The Illinois Family Law Paralegal (Carolina Academic Press, 2024).

Ms. Fetty grew up in Enid, Oklahoma and went to college at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. At ODU Ms. Fetty earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice while playing on the NCAA Division I women’s golf team. Ms. Fetty started law school at Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginia and finished at Texas Wesleyan School of Law (now Texas A&M School of Law) in Fort Worth, Texas. She passed the Texas bar exam in 2013 and started The Fetty Firm, P.C. immediately thereafter. Ms. Fetty has been working in the legal field as a paralegal and intern since 2008 and has a wide variety of experience. Her Colleyville family law practice focuses on estate planning, and probate which includes divorce, child custody, child support, modification of family law orders, enforcement of family law orders, adoption, drafting wills and trusts, heirship proceedings, independent administration of estates, muniment of title, and small estate proceedings. The Fetty Firm, P.C. is a great choice for clients in all situations and with all types of legal needs in Colleyville like spousal and child support, and custody issues.

Mr. Ireland is a a Board-Certified Family Law Specialist recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization serving families in San Antonio and surrounding areas including Alamo Heights, Boerne, Seguin, and New Braunfels. Mr. Ireland possesses advanced knowledge and skills in family law matters. This prestigious certification demonstrates a high level of competence and experience in handling complex family law cases.

He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), a national organization of the most experienced and respected family law attorneys in the country. Fellowship is by invitation only and requires a rigorous application process, including peer and judicial evaluations, extensive trial experience, and demonstrated expertise in family law. As an AAML Fellow, Mr. Ireland is recognized for his professionalism, ethical standards, and commitment to excellence in representing clients in complex family law matters. This distinction places him among the top family lawyers in the nation. In addition to his practice, Mr. Ireland serves as an adjunct faculty member at St. Mary’s School of Law in San Antonio. He teaches family law to 2nd and 3rd year law students, sharing his extensive practical knowledge and helping shape the next generation of family law attorneys in Texas.

Mr. Konneker’s experience in Family Law stretches back nearly ten years, with additional experience handling matters in Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, and Immigration Law. He takes great satisfaction in helping people through tough times, especially in those instances he can reunite parents and their children. His father, a retired patent attorney, always told him that the law is a powerful way to genuinely help others, and he lives by this maxim in the work he does with families every day. Those who work with Mr. Konneker describe him as thorough, empathetic, and someone who cuts straight to the point. He understands the emotional stress that comes with matters such as divorce, adoption, and child custody, and he’s found that many of those he’s spoken with are simply lacking someone who will actively listen to their case. The best representation he can provide his clients is achieved by listening to those concerns and then communicating how the law can assist, as well as what he believes will benefit them the most. After that discussion, Mr. Konneker is able to quickly identify the steps necessary to achieve the best possible solution. While that process can be difficult, he has never been one to back down from a challenge. Mr. Konneker graduated from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 2012. Prior to law school, he earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas at Dallas in Psychology, cum laude.

Ms. Mohr is the Founding Attorney and CEO of Mohr Law Group. She is a Board Certified Family Law attorney with over 13 years of litigation, mediation, and estate planning experience. Ms. Mohr combines deep expertise in family law and estate planning with high-level strategic negotiation skills and modern, client-centered practice management. Ms. Mohr earned her undergraduate degree, summa cum laude, from Baylor University and her J.D. degree from Baylor Law School.

Ms. Montgomery has practiced exclusively family law since her graduation from the University of Houston Law Center in 2004. She is Board Certified in the area of Family Law. The Texas Board of Legal Specialization is a specialized group of attorneys that must obtain exceptional experience in a specific area of law, pass a comprehensive exam, and complete ongoing continuing legal education in that specialized area. Her focus includes all aspects of family law including divorce, modification, child custody, visitation, child support, property division, mediation, collaborative law, pre-marital and post-marital agreements, adoptions, and contested litigation. She graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas and earned her Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston Law Center. While in law school, Ms. Montgomery was a member of the Mock Trial Team and winner of the Hippard Open Mock Trial Competition. She was also invited into the Order of Barristers and a member of the Houston Journal of International Law Journal.

Ms. Rod is a solo practitioner with The Law Office of Amy Rod. She focuses her practice mainly on family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, adoptions, modifications, enforcements, pre- and post- martial agreements, and CPS cases.  She is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, which distinction makes her the only board certified family lawyer in Wharton, Matagorda, Jackson, and Colorado Counties.  Ms. Rod is also a trained mediator. She is a member of Texas Family Law Council, which serves as the governing body of the almost 6,000 member Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas.  Ms. Rod is also on the Form Book Committee and the Pro Bono Committee for the Family Law Section of the State Bar.  Recently, she served as the Chair of the District 5 Panel 3 Grievance Committee. Along with her family law practice, Ms. Rod has a general civil practice, assisting clients with wills, real estate transactions and probate matters.  She also serves as the Assistant City Attorney for the City of Wharton and is the Municipal Court Prosecutor for the cities of Wharton, East Bernard, and Eagle Lake. Ms. Rod is a lifelong resident of Wharton County.  After graduating from El Campo High School with honors, she studied Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University where she completed a internship with the FBI-Houston Office before graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.  She then obtained her Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston Law Center in 2000. Amy is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and is the only practicing attorney in Wharton, Matagorda, Colorado, and Jackson Counties to earn this distinction.

Ms. Bryant is the owner of Speaking for the Trees arborist consulting and has a long history in the green industry, from landscape to tree work. She is currently president of the Women Arborists of the Southeast, past president of the Georgia Arborists Association (GAA) and current ISA Liaison for the Georgia Chapter. Ms. Bryant’s work focuses on preparing developers, engineers, and other site planners to accommodate trees on their lots and developing creative solutions to SAVE trees where possible. She has been awarded the GAA Arborist of the Year award, the Tree Climbing Championship Award, and the President’s Award for her outstanding service and commitment to outreach, education, and safety in the industry. Ms. Bryant is an avid traveler and loves to report on the world’s trees on her TikTok page, Speaking for the Trees.

Mr. House is a Board Certified Master Arborist, is Tree Risk Assessment Qualified, and is president of the Georgia Arborist Association. He currently works as an arborist for the City of Decatur, Georgia. After attending the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia, he worked for the Fish and Wildlife Service, the Forestry Commission, and several private tree companies in various roles. In addition to educational programming about trees, Mr. House has conducted many other natural resource education courses, including programs on reptiles and amphibians and on recycling and water conservation. He was awarded the White Oak Award for leadership, commitment, and impact in tree work by the Georgia Arborist Association in 2022. Mr. House is an avid quilter, gardener, and extremely novice cyclist.

Mr. Moore is a dedicated professional with a passion for sustainability and preserving our natural waterways. As the Founder and Chief Brand Ambassador of Erosion & Construction Solutions, Joe brings over two decades of expertise in erosion and sediment control. His work integrates his love for the outdoors with his commitment to the Clean Water Clean World initiative, promoting environmental responsibility through his business ventures.

Dr. Prasad is a licensed professional engineer, land surveyor, and professional planner with more than three decades of professional experience in civil engineering, surveying, and management field since his graduation. He has recently earned Ph.D. degree from New York University in Civil Engineering. Dr. Prasad has double M.S. degrees in Civil Engineering and Engineering Management from New Jersey institute of technology and an B.S. degree in Civil Engineering. He has more than 2000 hours of continuous professional education as instructor/participating professional (1990-2022) excluding formal education. Dr. Prasad is a New Jersey state certified emergency medical technician (EMT), emergency medical responder (EMR), fire fighter (FF). He is a fellow of American Society of Civil Engineers and also an active member of several professional organizations such as: AREMA, PMI, AISC, NYSAPLS etc. His technical papers were accepted in multiple ASCE journals and various other organizations like ASCE, AREMA & NYSAPLS conference proceedings for presentation and or publication multiple times.