Geologist Consultant

Hickman Consulting Services

Oil & Gas Valuations, Expert Witness, and Geotechnical Services

Valuation, Expert Witness, and Royalty Services

Focused consulting support for oil, gas, coal, minerals, limestone, and litigation-related matters.

Valuation of Oil and Gas, Coal, Minerals, and Limestone
Valuation

Valuation of Oil & Gas, Coal, Minerals, and Limestone

Specialized valuation support for natural resource assets, estates, litigation, and related consulting needs.

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Royalty Management
Management

Royalty Management

Organized royalty support for clients who need clarity, documentation, and careful management of oil and gas royalty matters.

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Who We Are

Who We Are

We are a woman-owned consulting firm with four decades of combined experience in the disciplines of:

  • valuation of oil and gas, coal, and limestone
  • expert witness services
  • exploration geology

Our Mission

HCS delivers excellence through specialized expertise, transparent collaboration, and a foundation of profound respect for every client.

The Latest Presentation on Oil and Gas Valuation From Hickman Consulting Services –
Given at the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration MINEXCHA.

Our Experts

Expert Witness Support for Complex Natural Resource Matters

Hickman Consulting Services, LLC supports legal teams with technical knowledge, valuation experience, expert coordination, and clear communication for oil and gas, coal, limestone, geology, and geotechnical matters.

Built for Legal Work That Requires Clarity

  • Expert witness services for litigation-related matters
  • Valuation of oil and gas, coal, and limestone
  • Technical expert coordination across the United States
  • A single point of contact for legal teams managing complex cases
Geologist / Owner

Jessica Hickman, BS

Valuation, geotechnical projects, and geologic education

Mrs. Hickman has been working as a geologist specializing in valuations for estates and litigation, geotechnical projects, and geologic education for the last 10 years. Previously, she had worked as a geologist for Hickman Geological Consulting and Marshall Miller & Associates. She is also an associate member of the International Institute of Mineral Appraisers. In her spare time, Mrs. Hickman volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America as a Geology Merit Badge Counselor and Religious Emblems Coordinator and volunteers in the community.

Senior Geologist

Josh Hickman, PG, BS, Msc, MBA

Expert witness, oil and gas valuation, and geotechnical matters

Active in the energy industry for over 25 years, Mr. Hickman brings a wealth of knowledge about expert witness projects covering the oil and gas sector and geotechnical matters, as well as the valuation of oil and gas rights. Mr. Hickman has sat as an expert in state both civil and criminal as well as federal courts. He has represented both defendants and plaintiffs of all types, such as corporations, individuals, and estates. He has even served as an expert for US Government agencies. As well as being a recognized expert in oil and gas matters, Mr. Hickman is also a certified licensed geologist CPG by the American Institute of Professional Geologists and a licensed professional geologist in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Utah. He has also practiced geology in the non-licensing states of Ohio and West Virginia. Throughout his career, he has held the titles of Geologist, Senior Geologist, Chief Geologist, Owner, President, CEO, COO, and Chairman at various startups, non-profits, and companies.

Expert Witness Network

HCS finds, contracts, and manages technical experts for legal work across the United States, helping legal teams save time and resources while maintaining one organized point of contact.

HCS has existing contracts with the following disciplines:

Petroleum Engineer
Reservoir Engineer
Operations Geologist
Geochemical Expert
Gas Storage Engineer
Gas Storage Regulatory

Additional expert disciplines can be found and contracted as needed by legal clients. HCS offers additional value by coordinating data sharing, managing schedules, and providing technical support for retired experts.