The Thrill of Criminal Justice: Investigating for the Defense

For decades, I’ve worked as a criminal defense investigator, primarily for high profile paying clients. Along the way, I’ve taken on pro bono cases, driven by a sense of duty to ensure justice prevails. But now, my career has taken an exciting turn.

After a substantial pay increase to conduct defense investigations funded by the courts, I’ve fully immersed myself in this world. I now have seven clients—most of whom have rejected public defenders or court-appointed attorneys. They’re accused of heinous crimes, cases that seem impossible on the surface. Some might say these are hopeless causes, but I see something different.

The reality is, many of these cases are actually triable. Some of my clients will be acquitted, while others will avoid harsh, unwarranted sentences. The challenge lies in uncovering the truth that the system often overlooks—or even suppresses.

There’s no greater satisfaction than restoring freedom to someone who has been wrongfully accused or seriously overcharged. Watching them walk out free, reclaiming their lives after facing the overwhelming force of the justice system, is an indescribable feeling.

Technology has revolutionized defense investigations. Police body cameras have become an invaluable tool, allowing me to scrutinize every moment of an arrest or interrogation. These cameras reveal the successes and failures of cops in real time. But even with this technology, there’s always more to uncover—angles the cameras didn’t catch, details buried in reports, witnesses who were ignored.

No matter the accusations, every person deserves a competent defense. The criminal justice system is a treacherous battleground, often dictated by luck rather than facts. My job is to shift those odds—not through chance, but through relentless investigation, exposing the evidence that can stop injustice in its tracks.

It’s not just a career. It’s a mission. And every case is an opportunity to make a real difference.