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Professional Legal Investigations: Methods and Protocols in Civil, Criminal, and Probate Litigation
by Dean A. Beers, CLI, CCDI, CFDI-Expert and
Karen S. Beers, BSW, CCDI, CFDI-SME

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Features

• Presents a system that is easily adaptable to small assignments as well as complex litigation cases
• Emphasizes preparation, the most often neglected aspect of many investigations
• Differentiates between conducting and completing assignments and investigations
• Provides protocol for fact acquisition, recording, communicating, and reporting
  
  

Summary
"Professional Legal Investigations: Methods and Protocols in Civil, Criminal, and Probate Litigation” (revised edition) is an expanded comprehensive guide of the authors’ Investigative Protocol for professional legal investigators. This book and reference guide offers a detailed exploration of the methodologies and protocols essential for conducting thorough investigations across various types of litigation, including civil, criminal, and probate cases.

Each chapter is updated and expanded, with new chapters, delving into the intricacies of legal investigations, highlighting the importance of meticulous planning, accurate evidence gathering, and proper documentation. It emphasizes how crucial a systematic approach is when handling different aspects of legal investigations. The text underscores the significance of adhering to legal standards and ethical practices, ensuring investigations are conducted within the bounds of law while maintaining the integrity of the evidence.

One of the key strengths is its practical focus, providing readers with real-world examples, case studies, and color images which illustrate the application of investigative techniques in various scenarios. The authors stress the need for investigators to remain objective, avoiding biases which could compromise the investigation's outcome. Detailed guidelines are provided on interviewing witnesses, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and working effectively with legal teams.

In addition to the core investigative techniques, this book and reference guide covers specialized areas such as forensic review and analysis, background and due diligence investigations, and the use of technology in modern legal investigations. The content also addresses the challenges legal investigators may face, including working through difficult interviews or managing sensitive information.

This revised edition incorporates the latest developments in the field, offering updated protocols and methodologies reflecting current best practices. It also considers the impact of evolving technologies on legal investigations, providing insights into new tools and techniques to enhance the investigative process.
Overall, this book and reference guide serves as a vital resource for professional legal investigators, offering a thorough grounding in the Investigative Protocol recommended for successful legal investigations in civil, criminal, and probate litigation cases.

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• About the Authors
• Table of Contents

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Expanded and Updated Features include:

• Expanded to over 500 pages of solid content (over 60% more content).
• Each existing chapter updated and expanded.
• Expanded images - including color - in most chapters.
• New chapters include expanded Ethics and Standards; Background Investigation basics; Due Diligence Investigation basics; Reviewing and Analyzing Discovery and Disclosures; expanded Forensic Photography; expanded Death & SBI Investigations.
• Expanded Appendix, Glossary, Acronyms, and Index.

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All six included modules:

1. The Basics and Foundation
2. Skills, Goals and Responsibilities
3. What It Takes and Teamwork
4. Prepare
5. Inquire
6. Analyze, Document and Report

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