FACT INVESTIGATION

Knowledge is Power. At BWI, we provide the information that gives our Attorneys the power to defend their Clients in the most effective way possible. Our Fact Investigations consist of any or all of the following tasks:

  • Production of work product, such as timelines, witness lists, case synopsis, forensic analysis, photograph analysis, exhibit preparation (including PowerPoint), audio and video recording review.
  • Working with the attorney to determine whether or not addition experts are needed to help with the defense of the client, and coordinating efforts with these experts.
  • Provide assistance to the attorney as they prepares for trial
  • Review and analysis of documents, recordings, reports, and any other material provided by the Government in discovery.
  • Identifying any missing discovery.
  • Background checks of any party involved in the case. For example, if there is a witness that needs to be impeached, a background check could be crucial to this process.
  • Media review; this is not limited to what has been covered on the evening news or newspapers. This service extends to the many Social Media sites as well. Facebook and Twitter are a valuable tool these days.
  • Client meetings and interviews.
  • Witness locations and interviews.
  • Investigation of facts provided by clients and witnesses.
  • Development of additions parties, such as witnesses, of whom the Government may not be aware.

At BWI, our seasoned Fact Investigators will leave no stone unturned to find the information necessary for the defense of our clients.

CRIME SCENE RECONSTRUCTION AND BLOOD SPATTER ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

On any major case, especially Homicide Investigations, nothing is more relevant than the Crime Scene Investigation. More than most other evidence, the story told by the Crime Scene may be the most compelling. The ability to interpret the information provided by the Crime Scene is crucial to the defense of any defendant charged with a crime. BWI is proud of our association with Johnny Lawrence, perhaps the most qualified Crime Scene Expert in the southeastern United States. In service with the Nashville Metropolitan Police Department for over 31 years, Johnny served as a Homicide Detective for almost 9 years and then as an Identification and Crime Scene Specialist for 14 years. After retiring from the MNPD, Johnny conducted private investigations until joining Berry-Waltz Investigations in 2017. Since Johnny began conducting Crime Scene Reconstruction/Blood Spatter Analysis Investigations for the defense, his success has been unmatched, yielding the following results:

  • 2015 - Expert testimony in Shelby County, Tennessee. Double 1st Degree Murder case. Testified for the Defense in Crime Scene Investigations, Reconstruction, and Bloodstain Pattern Interpretation and Analysis. DISPOSITION – NOT GUILTY all counts:
  • 2015 – Expert testimony in Hickman County, Tennessee. 1st degree murder case. Testified for the Defense in a Pre-Trial Hearing in Crime Scene Investigations, Reconstruction, and Bloodstain Pattern Interpretation and Analysis. DISPOSITION - After hearing, State agreed to reduce charge and accept a Reckless Homicide plea in best interest for Defendant.
  • 2017 – Expert Testimony in Davidson County, Tennessee. 1st Degree Murder case. Testified for the Defense in Bloodstain Pattern Interpretation. VERDICT - NOT GUILTY all counts.
  • 2018 – Crime Scene Investigation in Davidson County, Tennessee, 1st Degree Murder case. DISPOSITION - After working for the Defense in Crime Scene Reconstruction and Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, we presented our findings to the Prosecution. The State retired the case before trial.
  • 2019 - Crime Scene Investigation in Davidson County, Tennessee, 1st Degree Murder case. DISPOSITION – Prior to trial, the Prosecution agreed to reduce charge to Reckless Homicide and close the case. The Defendant was released from jail that same day.

Johnny's results speak for themselves. If a Crime Scene is part of your case, contact Johnny Lawrence to insure that your Client receives the best defense possible.

WE USE FARO ZONE SOFTWARE FOR CRIME SCENE MAPPING AND SHOOTING RECONSTRUCTION DIAGRAMS

BWI has been invaluable for numerous cases. They have a breadth and depth of expertise that is unmatched. Highly recommended.

Attorney Ben Raybin

CIVIL AND DOMESTIC INVESTIGATIONS

At BWI, we often conduct Investigations for matters heard in Civil Court such as Divorce, Child Custody, or Personal Injury. We also conduct investigations for the purpose of Peace of Mind to help confirm or alleviate suspicion. We offer Investigative Services for Surveillance, Background Investigation, Location Investigation, Trademark Infringement, Workers Compensation, Limited Asset Evaluation, Process Service and more. Although we cannot guarantee results, we will guarantee that we will conduct our investigations in the most thorough manner utilizing the latest technology and provide documentation of any services we provide.

PARALEGAL SERVICES

BWI's certified paralegal can help with federal defense cases, civil cases, and retained cases. Our comprehensive paralegal services include conducting legal research; drafting motions and other court pleadings; interviewing witnesses; organizing and performing quality control on court files; filing legal paperwork; assisting during trials; and/or conducting trial preparation. BWI expanded our client offerings to include paralegal services because our defense lawyer clients often assist defendants charged in federal "mega-cases." Mega-cases have incredible amounts of evidence and discovery – sometimes well over 7 million to 10 million documents. Our paralegal's expertise also equally applies to civil cases.

PARALEGAL SERVICES

BWI's certified paralegal can help with federal defense cases, civil cases, and retained cases. Our comprehensive paralegal services include conducting legal research; drafting motions and other court pleadings; interviewing witnesses; organizing and performing quality control on court files; filing legal paperwork; assisting during trials; and/or conducting trial preparation. BWI expanded our client offerings to include paralegal services because our defense lawyer clients often assist defendants charged in federal "mega-cases." Mega-cases have incredible amounts of evidence and discovery – sometimes well over 7 million to 10 million documents. Our paralegal's expertise also equally applies to civil cases.