John R Storm

John R Storm

Anthem, AZ 85086
Mobile: 847-309-9403
Introduction

John Storm is a command-level Fire & EMS operations expert with 30 years of fire department service specializing in incident command decisions, emergency response standards, departmental procedures, and responder conduct. He provides independent forensic analysis, expert reports, depositions, and trial testimony for both plaintiff and defense counsel in civil and criminal litigation nationwide. His work focuses on evaluating whether emergency actions, supervision, training, and operational decisions met accepted professional standards.

Attorneys retain John for independent command-level analysis of emergency response actions, department procedures, and responder decision-making. His evaluations focus on whether actions taken at emergency scenes complied with accepted fire service and EMS standards, operational policies, and training requirements. He assists counsel by clarifying complex emergency operations, identifying deviations from standard practice, and presenting findings clearly in written reports, depositions, and trial testimony.


Areas of Expertise
  • Bus & Truck Safety/Accident
  • Disaster Management
  • Emergency Communications & 911
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Fire
  • Fire & Life Safety
  • OSHA
  • Personal Injury
  • Rescue
  • Wrongful Death

Expert Background
Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
A: Education:

Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor School of Law, Tempe, Arizona
• Master of Legal Studies (Expected 07/2026)

Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois
• Master's of Public Policy and Administration

Benedictine University, Lisle, Illinois
• Bachelor of Arts, Management

Alternate Dispute Resolution Center, Tempe, Arizona
• Mediation Training

National Fire Academy, Emmitsburg, Maryland
• Executive Fire Officer Development Certificate


Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
A: Member, Arizona State Bar Association
Member, American Bar Association
Member, International Association of Fire Chiefs
Member Arizona State Fire Chiefs Association
Member, Western Fire Chiefs Association.
Member, Illinois Fire Chiefs Association

References

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