Investigator

• Investigate serious misdemeanor and felony cases involving indigent defendants
• Collect information to verify evidence or substantiate innocence
• Visit incarcerated clients for initial interviews and assess the appropriateness and expedition of bond reduction
• Determine relevant facts, opinions, and background information from witnesses
• Prepare written reports and evaluate information with assigned attorneys
• Photograph, measure, and draw crime scenes to scale
• Arrange defense expert witnesses, review credentials, evaluate jury effectiveness, and coordinate evidence delivery
• Research criminal histories of defendants, witnesses, and potential jurors
• Ensure witnesses appear at trial and assist with witness preparation
• Assist counsel with case facts during trial
• Conduct special investigations as directed

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