Exhibit 23.4 We hereby consent to the reference to this firm under the caption "Legal Matters" in the registration statement filed on Form S-4. In giving such consent, we do not admit we are included in the category of persons whose consent is required under Section 7 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission promulgated thereunder. /s/ Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP GIBSON, DUNN & CRUTCHER LLP July 9, 2004