Schaef Riley serves as Associate Director of Forensics at Amborella Law, where he plays a key role in evaluating the forensic aspects of insurance claims. With 20 years’ experience as a private fire investigator, he has conducted over 2,000 fire and explosion investigations and regularly supports litigation and subrogation efforts through expert analysis, claim review, and direct collaboration with Amborella counsel and insurance carriers.

Schaef holds multiple certifications, including Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) through the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI), as well as Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) and Certified Fire and Vehicle Investigator (CFVI) through the National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI). He is also certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection with IFSAC accreditation.

His background as a former insurance adjuster gives Schaef a unique perspective across both investigations and claims, and he has served as an expert witness in numerous fire origin and cause determinations. Throughout his career, Schaef has helped recover millions of dollars in fire-related settlements and is a recognized educator in the industry, frequently conducting live burns and training events for both fire investigators and insurance professionals.