Marine surveyor expert and has more than 20 years of experience in marine surveying, with a focus on marine insurance claims, vessel inspections, and damage evaluation for recreational and commercial vessels. Their expert witness experience includes litigation consultation, deposition, and courtroom testimony in matters involving vessel damage, dock damage, and marine-related losses, supported by extensive work in claims investigation and technical inspection.

Their practice includes marine claims analysis, vessel condition and valuation surveys, and investigation of damages arising from boating accidents, towing, and salvage operations. Their experience encompasses appraisal methodology, depreciation, loss of use, loss of income, and diminution of value, as well as evaluation of market conditions affecting vessel valuation. They have also conducted inspections and assessments of private residential docks and commercial marina docks, including determining damage scope, repair requirements, and associated costs in insurance-related claims. Their work involves applying investigative techniques to establish causation, repair scope, and cost considerations in disputes involving marine property and vessel operations.

Their background includes long-standing work conducting and overseeing marine insurance claims and vessel inspections across a wide range of vessel types, including pleasure yachts and commercial passenger and fishing vessels. This work includes structural integrity analysis, dry dock inspections, sea trials, and evaluation of propulsion, electrical, fuel, and navigation systems, providing a technical basis for damage assessment and valuation. Their experience also includes handling marine insurance claims involving docks and shore facilities and working with repairers and marina operators to establish repair scope and costs. The expert holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. Professional credentials include Accredited Marine Surveyor designation and American Boat and Yachting Council standards accreditation. Additional certifications include vessel fire safety training and United States Coast Guard-related competencies.

They have also held roles as a Cook Islands Flagstate Surveyor and performed survey work for the Port of San Diego, reflecting involvement in regulatory and compliance-related marine oversight. Professional affiliations include the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors, the American Boat and Yachting Council, and the International Association of Marine Investigators, with work performed in accordance with applicable standards and guidelines established by the United States Coast Guard and related regulatory frameworks.