Due to the high demand of notarized documents, the Case In Point staff are all becoming notaries within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Karen Taylor, Dan Collins, Tom Luongo, Bryan Reis, Frank Kelly, Kristine McDonough, and Charlie Buckley are all notaries, while the rest of the staff are in the process of becoming one.
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Newsletter_Winter_08-09.pdf
09_Summer_Newsletter.pdf
2009_Winter_Newsletter.pdf
ANOTHER MEMBER FROM CASE IN POINT EARNED THE DISTINCTION OF BOARD CERTIFIED CRIMINAL DEFENSE INVESTIGATOR
Recently, the Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council has approved Investigator Josh Goodwin to join the list of the Nation’s top criminal defense professionals. The process and requirements to earn the title of CCDI are very demanding. Two full years of experience in a private or public agency in which a minimum of 25 comprehensive criminal defense investigations must have been completed. Single task oriented assignments are not enough to satisfy the prerequisites. The investigator must also successfully complete 40 hours of training approved and accredited by the CDITC. They must also adhere to the continuing education requirements mandated to maintain the CCDI designation including ten continuing education units every two years. Moreover, two signed letters of recommendation from defense counsels must be obtained noting the investigator’s reputation, intellectual acuity, ability, accomplishments, and skill level as a criminal defense investigator. Approximately 200 men and women have earned this distinction in the United States, and so to join the ranks is an exclusive honor. Goodwin is now one of six Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigators at Case In Point including Bryan Reis, Dan Collins, Frank Kelly, Tom Luongo, and Brandon Perron. Several others at Case In Point are currently working towards this same distinction.
A New Investigator To The Case In Point Team Case In Point, Inc., continues to expand its team and welcomes Investigator Christopher Hughes to the group. Chris graduated from Saint Anselm College in 2010 with a degree in Criminal Justice. He brings much enthusiasm and energy to the team and continues to expand his knowledge as an investigator.
MURDER CASE DISMISSED Investigator Tom Luongo worked with
Attorney Watson to complete the homicide investigation in the case of
the State of Rhode Island v. Michael Carter* and the investigation for
the co-defendant in the State of Rhode Island v. Brian Johnson*. Both
cases were dismissed after Tom located and obtained a statement from a
key witness, whom the state could not locate. *Names were changed to maintain confidentiality
IN RHODE ISLAND
A Major Felony Assualt with Intent to Murder case has been Dismissed
Investigator Tom Luongo worked
with Attorney Caron in the investigation of the State of Rhode Island v.
Fernelys Samuel*. This case was dismissed after Investigator Luongo
interviewed the complainant and then the complainant changed his
statement when he testified.
*Names were changed to maintain confidentiality
BRANDON PERRON
NAMED NEW STRATEGIC OPERATIONS
DIRECTOR FOR CASE IN POINT
Brandon Perron, a native of the New England area, has been a licensed private investigator since 1989 and has served meritoriously as a criminal investigator with the United States Air Force, as a Public Defender Investigator, and as the owner/operator of Investigative Support Specialist; a private investigation firm in southern Florida.
Perron, well known throughout the country, was named one of the “Top Ten Private Investigation Leaders in the United States” by P.I. Magazine in 1998. He has received many other accolades such as the National Association of Investigative Specialists naming him the Investigator of the Year for 2003 and 2004. He is also the National Director of the Criminal Defense Investigator Training Council (CDITC).
Perron recently decided to join the team at Case in Point, Inc. as its Strategic Operations Director stating, “The idea of rising to the challenge and becoming the region's most recognized top private criminal investigation unit is very exciting.”
Among his first directives as the SOD was to establish a special team to include Investigators Tom Luongo, Frank Kelly, Bryan Reis, Dan Collins, Josh Goodwin and others. This team has begun, and will continue to undergo, a training process like no other.
Backed by Perron’s widely used book Uncovering Reasonable Doubt: The Component Method, Case In Point’s training will be held to a standard that yields results. The same training is used in programs such as Boston University’s certificate program for Professional Investigation, as well as, 19 statewide Public Defender Agencies and countless other private investigation agencies coast to coast.
Case In Point has been on a consistent evolution pattern for years, and there is no sign of stopping or slowing any time soon. In fact, the end of 2008 will show a high percentage growth over 2007. Case In Point is always looking for and welcoming the challenge of taking on new attorney clients. With
updated policies put in place by a perfect blend of new and creative
control combined with decades of experience and professional training,
great things are happening at 530 Chestnut Street and throughout New
England.
The first major event to look forward to in 2010 would be the Second Annual Ski Trip
shortly after the New Year. Last year was a success, but
we hope all of the skiing attorneys in the Case In Point family come out
for the event year after year. For more information,
contact the office at 800-370-2116 or simply ask one of the
investigators with whom you regularly have contact.
THE CASE IN POINT CORPORATE
OFFICE HAS MOVED
Due to the extreme growth Case In Point has experienced
over the last few years, President Peter Carl thought it prudent to
house the administrative staff in a larger, more efficient space that is
much easier on the eyes. The new office in Manchester,
New Hampshire, includes a comfortable area for the occasional short wait
(shown above) and a spacious conference room with a technologically
modern feel. Large offices for the administrative team whose work behind the scenes make the Case In Point machine run smoothly are also a new benefit to the upgraded space. The
office building is conveniently located in downtown Manchester, New
Hampshire, not too far from the previous location in one of the
Historical Mill Buildings, which are located along the edge of the
Merrimack River also in Manchester. President Peter Carl has exclaimed that this is just one of the pieces that make the coming year so exciting.
TWO MORE FROM CASE IN POINT EARN
THE DISTINCTION OF BOARD CERTIFIED
CRIMINAL DEFENSE INVESTIGATOR
Recently,
the Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council has approved
Investigators Bryan Reis and Dan Collins to join the list of the
Nation’s top criminal defense professionals. The process and requirements to earn the title of CCDI are very demanding. Two
full years of experience in a private or public agency in which a
minimum of 25 comprehensive criminal defense investigations must have
been completed. Single task oriented assignments are not enough to satisfy the prerequisites. The investigator must also successfully complete 40 hours of training approved and accredited by the CDITC. They
must also adhere to the continuing education requirements mandated to
maintain the CCDI designation including ten continuing education units
every two years. Moreover, two signed letters of
recommendation from defense counsels must be obtained noting the
investigator’s reputation, intellectual acuity, ability,
accomplishments, and skill level as a criminal defense investigator. Approximately
200 men and women have earned this distinction in the United States,
and so to join the ranks is an exclusive honor. Collins
and Reis are now two of five Board Certified Criminal Defense
Investigators at Case In Point including Frank Kelly, Tom Luongo, and
Brandon Perron. Several others at Case In Point are currently working towards this same distinction.
Alpha and Bravo Teams Created
The winter of
2008-2009 brought additional improvements to the Case In Point
Investigations operation: The institution of an Alpha and Bravo team -
each designed to focus specialties and further expand the teamwork
service that has advanced the success of Case In Point for years.
Senior and Nationally Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator
(CCDI) Bryan Reis has been appointed to the head of the Alpha Team.
Accompanying him will be fellow Senior Investigator, Frank Kelly, CCDI,
and recently attained CCDI, Investigator Josh Goodwin.
The Bravo Team will be headed by Senior and Nationally Board Certified
Criminal Defense Investigator Dan Collins. He is joined by
Investigators Charlie Buckley and Christopher Hughes.
As always, investigators outside the designated Criminal Defense Teams
will be available to supplement investigations. This includes
investigators such as Kristine McDonough, who can translate for Spanish
speaking witnesses, Tom Luongo, CCDI, who has over 40 years of
investigating experience with the Rhode Island Public Defenders Office,
and Director Brandon Perron, CCDI, who chairs the National Criminal
Defense Investigation Council. Case In Point also has many other staff
members who can assist at any time.
The benefits to all Case In Point's clientèle are ten-fold. Director
Perron remarks, "The 'brainstorming' aspects alone elevate the process
and results. Another important factor is that it removes the solitary
component and allows for camaraderie. Different perspectives will
always enhance the investigative process and we have a talent pool that
screams for it."
Alpha and Bravo Teams Created
The winter of
2008-2009 brought additional improvements to the Case In Point
Investigations operation: The institution of an Alpha and Bravo team -
each designed to focus specialties and further expand the teamwork
service that has advanced the success of Case In Point for years.
Senior and Nationally Board Certified Criminal Defense Investigator
(CCDI) Bryan Reis has been appointed to the head of the Alpha Team.
Accompanying him will be fellow Senior Investigator, Frank Kelly, CCDI,
and recently attained CCDI, Investigator Josh Goodwin.
The Bravo Team will be headed by Senior and Nationally Board Certified
Criminal Defense Investigator Dan Collins. He is joined by
Investigators Charlie Buckley and Christopher Hughes.
As always, investigators outside the designated Criminal Defense Teams
will be available to supplement investigations. This includes
investigators such as Kristine McDonough, who can translate for Spanish
speaking witnesses, Tom Luongo, CCDI, who has over 40 years of
investigating experience with the Rhode Island Public Defenders Office,
and Director Brandon Perron, CCDI, who chairs the National Criminal
Defense Investigation Council. Case In Point also has many other staff
members who can assist at any time.
The benefits to all Case In Point's clientèle are ten-fold. Director
Perron remarks, "The 'brainstorming' aspects alone elevate the process
and results. Another important factor is that it removes the solitary
component and allows for camaraderie. Different perspectives will
always enhance the investigative process and we have a talent pool that
screams for it."
CIP CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS / STRATEGIC OPERATIONS DIVISION The primary mission of the Strategic Operations Division (SOD) is to provide criminal defense attorneys representing indigent and private clients with the most thorough, efficient, and timely investigations possible. The SOD focuses its efforts upon the identification, development, and pursuit of leads and evidence relevant to the question of guilt of innocence as well as the application of due process. The SOD maintains the fundamental philosophy of impartial and objective purveyors of facts operating as an agent of defense counsel. The SOD will function as Counsel's independent investigative division. The attorney-client privilege is invoked in respect to all communications with the defendant and defense counsel. In addition, the confidentiality of the work-product doctrine as it relates to the rules of criminal procedure and discovery are followed and applied strategically pursuant to standard operational procedures and the request of defense counsel. Although teams are laid out below, Case In Point makes use of every one of its employees to assist in any investigation including all those not listed below. We pride ourselves in out ability to meet specific requests for our clients even at the last minute. The most effective way to assign a case with Case In Point is to send the file and necessary information to the office and allow SOD supervisors to give the assignment to the team best suited for the investigation. TEAMS WITHIN THE SOD DIVISION In addition to the teams described here, CIP has numerous other associates and investigators available to any team to provide additional assistance and expertise.
Lead by: Lead by: Lead by:
Bryan Reis, CCDI Dan Collins, CCDI Brandon Perron, CCDI
