Fact Investigation and Analysis

This presentation will feature the tools and techniques paralegals need when conducting internal fact finding investigations on behalf of a client. In case-scenario format, the session will cover the structure of fact analysis and major guides to fact gathering, the investigation “game plan,” and how to conduct a successful fact finding investigation. Sources of information, aligning facts to the issues-at hand, and gaining the cooperation of others will be covered, along with challenges and roadblocks, and pulling the fact finding investigation together in written form for attorney review.

Patricia J. Gustin, CP, CFEI, is a freelance paralegal based in Harrisburg. She specializes in product liability, construction defects, fact investigation, and other types of lawsuits for law firms and expert witnesses. Over the past 13 years, she has assisted a nationally recognized expert witness in successfully representing clients in over 500 cases.

Pat is a long time, active volunteer for NALA, including authoring articles for Facts and Findings, past Continuing Education Council members, project coordinator and continuing educational educator. She is a 4-time Member Exchange presenter, and regular presenter for NALA Campus LIVE! She is a 2-time recognee of NALA’s “Making a Difference” program. She is the former director of a paralegal education program, and continues to educate paralegals through seminars, written works, speaking engagements and volunteer activities.

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