What are the responsibilities and job description for the Investigator position at National Legal Aid & Defender Association?
Position Description
Duties and Responsibilities of the Investigator:
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.
