
        Daniel C. Smith, GC
    
        Arbitrator / Appraiser
    
    
    
    
        Professional History
    
        2003 - present Arbitrator, Appraiser. Serve as single nuetral Arbitrator for Construction
        related disputes. Award damages involving all building trades , including, but not
        limited to, concrete, plumbing, electrical, swimming pool, structural and water
        loss issues. Also serves as appraiser in Insurance Code 2071 Appraisal of Insurance
        Claims for loss and actual cash value disputes.
    
        1998 - present Damage Appraiser, ITS Group, Inc. Provide comprehensive technical
        support for Expert Witness Testimony, Fair Market Valuations and Damage Appraisals.
        Responsibilites include valuations of damaged properties and building systems, estimating,
        computer aided drafting and onsite damage assessments, as well as compiling and
        extrapolating data, analyzing reports and diagramming total losses. Also provide
        technical support for alternative dispute resolution and litigation matters.
    
        1997 - 1998 Claims Representative, State Farm Insurance Company. Provide customer
        service and claims resolution to insurance policyholders. Responsibilities included
        extensive client communication, on-site claim evaluations and valuation of damaged
        property, as well as resolution of coverage questions and determination of liability.
    
        1989 - 1997 Service Technician, State Farm Insurance Company. Provide comprehensive
        maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment, including HVAC, plumbing,
        electrical and telephone, as well as both rough and finish carpentry.
    
    
    
    
        Education
    
        Ongoing - Technical and Trade seminars
    
        2003 - Arbitration Certificate Program
    
        2000 - University of Phoenix, Los Angeles. Bachelor of Arts with honors.
    
        1992 - California Lutheran College, Business Administration Major
    
        1991 - San Jose State College, Business Administration Major
    
    
    
    
        Selected Achievements
    
        Certified Water Damage Restorer
    
        AutoCad Technician
    
        Xactimate Technician
    
        Panel Member, Arbitration Mediation and Conciliation Center
    
        California Contractor’s License No. 842378
    
    
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