A leading New Zealand lawyer engaged Serpenti Investigations NZ to assist with a highly sensitive and time-critical legal matter.
The case hinged on the testimony of a key witness whose evidence was essential to proving that allegations made against the lawyer’s client were false.
The witness had become difficult to locate and was hesitant to engage with the legal process, placing the entire defence strategy at risk.
Locate the critical witness, establish trust and willingness to participate, and facilitate the process of obtaining an official statement and supporting evidence for court proceedings.
"Serpenti Investigations was absolutely critical to the success of our case.
Their skill in locating and building trust with a reluctant witness, and their operational support during the interview process, were of the highest professional standard."
— Senior Criminal Defence Lawyer, Auckland
The key witness was successfully located and engaged, despite initial reluctance.
A formal witness statement was obtained, along with supplementary evidence that materially supported the client’s defense.
The case outcome was significantly strengthened, with the witness’s testimony serving as a pivotal element in court.
3 Weeks