Daniel J. Collins
CERTIFIED CRIMINAL DEFENSE INVESTIGATOR
Daniel J. Collins, CCDI, is a Board-Certified Criminal Defense Investigator with more than 17 years of experience handling thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanors to high-profile felonies, as well as civil and family matters. In 2013, he founded Level Investigations, which has become one of the busiest firms in its field, trusted by top law firms, bar advocates, corporations, and private clients. Collins is one of few investigators to receive multiple commendations from the Criminal Defense Investigation Training Council for meritorious service, including one prior to certification.
In addition to his criminal defense expertise, Collins has extensive experience conducting surveillance for a wide range of clients, from individuals to Fortune 500 companies. He has served as Director and Secretary for the Licensed Private Detective’s Association of Massachusetts and currently acts as Regional Director on the Executive Council of the National Association of Legal Investigators. Today, Level Investigations is a team of highly trained professionals dedicated to creative, detail-oriented investigative work in the pursuit of justice.
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This course explores the investigative strategies and ethical considerations unique to post-conviction work compared to active criminal defense cases. Students will examine how objectives, evidence requirements, and investigative scope differ between defending an accused person pre-trial and working to overturn or modify a conviction. Topics include re-investigating cold cases, uncovering new evidence, identifying procedural errors, and navigating appeals. Real-world case studies will highlight the challenges and opportunities investigators face in each stage of the justice process.
This course explores the investigative strategies and ethical considerations unique to post-conviction work compared to active criminal defense cases. Students will examine how objectives, evidence requirements, and investigative scope differ between defending an accused person pre-trial and working to overturn or modify a conviction. Topics include re-investigating cold cases, uncovering new evidence, identifying procedural errors, and navigating appeals. Real-world case studies will highlight the challenges and opportunities investigators face in each stage of the justice process.
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