A Roadmap for Advanced Investigation Interview Techniques
Most of us would consider it unwise to head out on an important and uncertain journey with no prior planning or preparation. However, when it comes to the unpredictable world of internal investigations, even seasoned lawyers may believe they can dive into an interview with no real preparation and get through it on their skill and wits alone.
As experienced investigators, with decades of experience interviewing witnesses and suspects for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice and in private practice, we can attest to the value of careful planning before even entering the interview room.
In what follows, we'll share research-backed techniques to show how you can deploy those methods to conduct better corporate investigations.
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