Mr. Avinger has more than eight years of experience in public accounting with a focus on the financial services and energy sectors. As part of Paul’s work in the financial services industry, he has become familiar with numerous insurance products and the ways in which they can be impacted by fraud.

Paul has specialized in fraud risk management, investigations, forensic accounting matters, regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering, and litigation and disputes. His experience includes cases related to the misappropriation of assets, misrepresentation of financial information, bribery and corruption, and contract compliance. Paul has conducted investigations of allegations of fraud in both domestic and foreign jurisdictions.

Mr. Avinger was awarded a BA, French and economics from Davidson College. He earned an MS in accounting from Wake Forest University. His certifications include as a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, a Certified Fraud Examiner, as well as a CPA in North Carolina.