Meet Our Team

Mike has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. He specializes in Building Sciences, Construction Defect, General Contractors, Premises Liability, and Professional Liability. He performs forensic inspections, code analysis, develops scopes of repair and cost estimates, and presents in expert meetings.

Dr. Murray is responsible for the initial formation of Brillouin Consulting and oversees all technical and corporate development work. He has extensive experience in failure analysis of electrical and mechanical systems, metallurgy, and the mechanical and electrical properties of materials. His expertise includes Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Devices, MEP/HVAC, Patent Litigation, Product Liability, and Professional Liability.

Dr. Salipur has nearly two decades of research experience and 10+ years of forensic experience. He specializes in Accident Reconstruction, Biomechanics, Coefficient/Slip Testing, Human Factors, Medical Devices, Patent Litigation, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Professional Liability, Sports Biomechanics, Transportation, and Trucking.

Daren is a well-known expert in battery failure analysis and has performed extensive failure analyses of lithium-ion batteries and other battery chemistries including nickel metal hydride, lead acid, and zinc-air. His experience includes printed circuit board failure analysis focused on electrical insulation and circuit design. He specializes in reliability engineering tools including failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), mean time between failure (MTBF) calculations, and single point of failure (SPOF) analysis.

Jerry Stepan has over 17 years of forensic engineering experience related to electrical engineering and computer science matters. He specializes in electronics systems and electrical systems. He has a strong background in digital and embedded systems with experience designing and debugging hardware and software/firmware. He previously consulted at Exponent.

Adam is a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and IAAI Fire Investigation Technician with extensive experience in engineering consulting and fire investigation. He brings strong leadership and technical expertise to complex engineering projects and investigations.

Gregory specializes in Architecture, Building Sciences, Construction Defect, and Premises Liability. He conducts forensic investigations of construction defects to identify deficiencies in the design, construction, or maintenance of buildings and structures. He has expertise in real estate asset management and development.

Kathryn has 16+ years of nursing experience and serves as a lead expert in Life Care Planning, Medical Cost Projections, and Nursing. Her experience ranges from skilled nursing and emergency medicine to critical care, trauma, and legal nurse consulting.

Robert has over 35+ years of construction industry experience and over 6+ years of forensic construction experience. He specializes in Building Sciences, Construction Defect, General Contractors, Premises Liability, and Professional Liability. His expertise includes construction litigation, contract disputes, building code compliance, and insurance claims.

Patrick has extensive experience in construction since the age of thirteen, serving in roles from laborer to project director. His expertise spans educational, multi-family residential, healthcare, performing arts, pharmaceuticals, vivarium, hospitality, military, and commercial projects. He specializes in forensic inspections, code analysis, developing scopes of repair and cost estimates, and analyzing construction defect claims.

Garrett is a transportation and trucking safety expert with more than 30 years of experience in the commercial trucking industry, including 12 years in senior safety and compliance leadership roles following one million plus accident-free miles driven throughout 18 states.

Stephen has 40+ years of experience in California and Oregon, primarily in high-end residential and commercial construction projects. He specializes in forensic inspections, code analysis, developing scopes of repair and cost estimates, and analyzing construction defect claims. His extensive background includes owning construction companies and managing complex projects with budgets exceeding $5,000,000.

Jimmie is a lead expert in Fire Origin & Cause investigations and Professional Liability. He is experienced in fire investigations involving wildfires, vehicles, property and products, with substantial deposition and trial experience.

Eric is a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Structural Engineer (S.E.) with extensive experience in structural engineering and forensic consulting. He specializes in structural analysis, building design, and construction-related investigations.

Thomas is a Registered Architect specializing in Architecture, Building Sciences, Coefficient/Slip Testing, Construction Defect, Playground Safety, Pool Safety, Premises Liability, and Professional Liability. He has substantial deposition and trial experience.

Matteo is a Registered Architect specializing in Architecture, Building Sciences, Coefficient/Slip Testing, Construction Defect, Playground Safety, Pool Safety, Premises Liability, and Professional Liability. He has 30+ years of experience managing complex multimillion-dollar global commercial, industrial, retail, restaurant, and residential projects.

Thomas is a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) specializing in Coefficient/Slip Testing, Environmental, Human Factors, Industrial Hygiene, OSHA/Safety, Premises Liability, Product Liability, and Professional Liability. He has extensive deposition and trial experience.

Santiago is a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Structural Engineer (S.E.) specializing in Building Sciences, Coefficient/Slip Testing, Construction Defect, Premises Liability, Professional Liability, and Structural Engineering. He has over 18 years of experience in structural design, construction administration, and forensic consulting.

Ryan is an experienced project manager specializing in coordinating complex consulting projects and ensuring seamless delivery of technical services. He oversees project timelines, client communications, and resource allocation to ensure successful project outcomes.