TERRY KEAST
415-300-6494, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
California State Contractors License # 327365, Licensed in 1976
• Classification A - Engineering
• Classification B - General Building
BOARDS AND APPOINTMENTS
• Former member Marin County Flood Control District
• Appointed expert for Marin County mediation service
• Qualified expert witness in Marin County Superior Court
EXPERIENCE
TEK Consulting, Owner 2019 - Present
• Provide expert analysis for commercial, light industrial, and residential clients
• Inspection and evaluation of existing projects
• Create Best Management Practice plans for new projects
• Provide expert testimony in trials and depositions
• Advocate for clients in obtaining permits and government approvals; negotiate with community members
• Appear and defend proposals for design review meetings
Westward Builders, Inc., Owner 1976 - 2019
• Planned and executed custom homes, commercial buildings, multi-residential units, public works projects, spec houses, light industrial projects,
home remodels, foundations, drainage, site work, landslide repairs, tenant improvements, structural repairs and other projects
• Extensive experience with state and local government approval processes from California Coastal Commission to local sanitary districts
• Provided expert testimony in trials and depositions
Terry Keast, Builders, owner 1975 - 1976
• Planned and executed commercial and multi-residential projects
Wallace Investment Co., general foreman/trim forman and carpenter 1969 -1976
• Worked on commercial and residential buildings, multi-unit projects, public works projects
Carpentry work for various Marin County companies from 1962 (age 14) to 1969
MEMBERSHIPS
Marin Builders Exchange - approximately 40 years
State Contractors License Board - 44 years
RATE SHEET
• $225 per hour for my time, whether it is for travel, general consultation, supervision, etcetera. Travel time is charged from portal to portal.
• $250 per hour for time spent due to an order to appear, such as a deposition, court date or arbitration.
• All expenses, including but not limited to rented equipment, vehicles or plane fare, shall carry a 5% surcharge. Personal vehicle expenses will be billed based on $.58 per mile.
INDEMNIFICATION
Client shall indemnify and hold Terry Keast harmless from any and all claims, including third-party claims, losses, liabilities, damages, expenses, and costs, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys fees, and including costs incurred in the settlement or avoidance of any such claims that result from or in in connection with (i) a breach of contract by Terry Keast, (ii) any claims by the underlying represented party (Client's retained customer) in connection with the work performed by Terry Keast, (iii) any claims for bodily injury or property damage arising out of Terry Keast's scope of work stated herein or the performance of work by Terry Keast. Client agrees that the defense of Terry Keast pursuant to this provision shall not be limited by any alleged or actual finding of comparative fault on the part of Terry Keast or his employees, including a finding of sole fault by Terry Keast. Terry Keast shall have the right to select counsel in the event of a claim or loss as outlined herein, and that Terry Keast shall have the right to control its defense or settlement thereof.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The remedies of the Client set forth herein are exclusive. The liability of Terry Keast for any claims, damages, or losses arising out of or related to Terry Keast's performance under this agreement or based on any corresponding liability for work performed by Terry Keast, shall not exceed one-half (1/2) of the price of the services performed under this agreement. In no event shall Terry Keast be responsible for any damages incurred as a result of its performance under this agreement, including indirect, consequential, or incidental damages, including lost profits, lost rents, or additional legal or consulting time incurred by Client or Client's customer, regardless of whether the liability is based on negligence, breach of contract, breach of warranty, or otherwise.