Investigator

National Legal Aid & Defender Association


Date: 1 day ago
City: Pittsburgh, PA
Contract type: Full time
Position Description

Duties and Responsibilities of the Investigator:

  • Reviews and analyzes discovery and other case documentation. Assists in determining scope, timing, and direction of the investigation. Initiates new areas of investigation.
  • Locates and interviews witnesses, including prosecution, defense and expert witnesses. Evaluates witnesses and discusses relevant value with the attorney.
  • Provides information to experts, coordinates evaluations, and clarifies the focus of the issues to be addressed by the expert.
  • Maintains a filing and reference system for mitigation and mental health literature, including biographies and areas of expertise of available experts.
  • Reports findings of interviews and of the investigation to the responsible attorney. Locates, views, and retrieves tangible evidence, personal property and other relevant material and/or objects.
  • Photographs, measures, and/or documents investigation as needed.
  • Gathers, reviews, analyzes, and organizes all records relevant to a case. Verifies information obtained to establish accuracy and authenticity of facts and evidence.
  • Assists the attorney at hearings and trials by evaluating testimony, and coordinating witnesses and documents. Serves subpoenas and notifies defense witnesses of court appearances.
  • Utilizes computer software for word processing, databases, records review, case management, and graphics. Assists the attorney in developing demonstrative evidence for court hearings and use at trial.
  • Investigates the client’s social history and assists the attorney in developing mitigation information for use in plea negotiation and/or sentencing.

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