Meet Paul Alber
Growing up in South Florida, boating wasn't just a pastime; it was a way of life. I was operating boats before I could drive a car, and I bought my first boat before my first car. That lifelong passion for the water evolved into more than 30 years of professional experience in marine law enforcement, boating accident investigation, and maritime forensics.
As a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed Captain for nearly 30 years, I've spent my career on the water as a recreational boater, fishing guide, marine law enforcement officer, investigator, and educator. Those experiences, combined with advanced training in vessel collision reconstruction, GPS and electronic navigation system forensics, and the Inland Navigation Rules, provide a unique perspective for investigating complex marine incidents.
Today, I work with attorneys, insurance professionals, investigators, manufacturers, and boat owners to reconstruct marine incidents, analyze electronic evidence, and deliver objective, evidence-based conclusions. As the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) GPS Forensics Training Project Manager and Lead Instructor, I developed the nation's first GPS Forensics Training Program for boating incident investigators, helping advance investigative standards and boating safety across the country.
Why Experience Matters
Every boating incident is unique, but understanding what happened requires more than reviewing reports and photographs. It requires firsthand knowledge of vessel handling, navigation, seamanship, and the marine environment. My experience as a lifelong boater, Coast Guard-licensed captain, fishing guide, marine law enforcement officer, investigator, and educator allows me to evaluate marine incidents from multiple perspectives and provide clients with practical, evidence-based opinions grounded in real-world experience.
