Peter McGuiness

Peter McGuiness is a maritime operations and safety management expert specializing in ship command and quality management systems. With a career spanning shipmaster roles, quality auditing, and maritime education, he brings a comprehensive operational and regulatory framework to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating maritime safety compliance, assessing operational management systems, and evaluating whether industry standards were met.

Mr. McGuiness has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving maritime operations, petroleum tankships, and cruise ship industries. His Master in Business Administration from the University of San Francisco, along with certifications such as Certified Quality Management Systems Lead Auditor and Certified Quality Auditor, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving maritime safety and operational compliance.