Dr. Robert A Durham

Dr. Robert A Durham, PhD, FIEEE is an electrical engineering and energy systems expert specializing in failure analysis and forensic engineering. With a career spanning roles in power generation, transmission planning, and engineering management, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing energy system safety, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in complex engineering disputes.

Dr. Durham has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the petroleum and chemical industries, as well as electrical and mechanical energy conversion systems. His PhD in Engineering Management, along with his status as a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving electrical power systems and safety.