A defense is only as strong as the facts behind it. Defense counsel often need an independent investigator to test the prosecution's version of events, find witnesses police did not interview, and document a scene before it changes.
Why a former detective
Jim spent 23 years with the NYPD, including 13 in the Detective Bureau. He knows how investigations are built, how reports are written, and where gaps tend to appear. That perspective helps defense teams ask sharper questions about the evidence.
How we help defense counsel
- Locating and interviewing witnesses, including those named in discovery and those who were not
- Visiting and documenting scenes: sightlines, lighting, distances and nearby cameras
- Background research on witnesses where relevant to credibility
- Reviewing documents and organizing findings for counsel
- Preparing statements and supporting affidavits for attorney review
Working through counsel
Defense investigations should be directed by the defense attorney. If you or a family member has been charged, the first step is to speak with a lawyer, who can then engage an investigator.
Every matter is overseen by Jim Galvin, a former NYPD detective with 23 years of service, including 13 years in the Detective Bureau and led multiple investigative units. Jim is a licensed private investigator and notary. More about Jim.
Questions
Can a family member hire you for a defendant?
Usually the defendant’s attorney should direct the investigation. We are glad to talk with the attorney.
Do you interview prosecution witnesses?
Interviewing witnesses is a normal part of defense investigation, done lawfully and at counsel’s direction. Witnesses can decline to speak.
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Last updated October 30, 2026.