Deborah Swan
Spring,TX
Summary
Board-Certified Cyber Intelligence Investigator with a proven track record of success in diverse investigative fields. Experienced in Internet, fraud detection, OSINT, social media analysis, background checks, surveillance, legal investigations, genealogy research, and unclaimed asset recovery. Graduated from Liberty University School of Law and holds specialized certifications from the McAfee Institute. Hardworking Private Investigator with proven expertise in planning and carrying out professional investigations into criminal and civil matters. Serves client needs with tenacious dedication to obtaining documentation of unlawful or unsavory activities. Skilled at compiling information for investigations and documenting evidence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Investigator
Marshall's Investigations Group
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Conducted thorough interviews to gather critical information from witnesses and suspects.
- Mentored new team members to build skills in evidence collection and analysis.
- Coordinated with legal teams to prepare for trials and provide necessary evidence.
- Developed strategies to approach complex cases that required innovative investigative techniques.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations during investigations, minimizing risk for litigation or procedural errors.
- Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence.
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
Private Investigator
Delta Group Associates
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Lead complex investigations in areas including workman compensation fraud, insurance fraud, and disability fraud, utilizing advanced investigative techniques and tools
- Conducted mobile and stationary surveillance to gather evidence for legal cases
- Performed OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) research to gather information crucial to investigations
- Utilized skip tracing methods to locate individuals and assets
- Provided video footage and comprehensive reports and findings to clients
- Obtained recorded statements for SIU cases
- Conducted alive and wellness checks
- Conducted surveillance for up to 24 hours at time
- Surveilled individuals covertly to investigate issues such as fraud and infidelity
- Tracked claimants through routine and notable activities and documented findings with videos, photographs and audio recordings
- Conducted mobile and stationary surveillance on subjects.
- Collected clear requirements from clients and updated each regularly on case progression and to obtain additional objectives
- Uploaded evidence into case management system each day
- Investigated individuals claiming disability to identify and document fraud
- Produced professional reports outlining findings of cases, expenses incurred and any important incidents
Field Investigator
G4S Compliance & Investigations
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted field investigations and surveillance related to fraud and security issues
- Gathered evidence, conducted interviews, and prepared detailed investigative reports
- Obtained video footage
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail in recording statements and collecting evidence
- Prepared detailed investigative reports and videos
- Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials
- Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews and physical evidence
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations
- Organized and executed undercover surveillance operations
- Analyzed information gathered by investigation and reported findings and recommendations
- Applied expert knowledge of legal guidelines and regulations to ensure compliance throughout the investigative process.
- Utilized advanced surveillance techniques to gather crucial intelligence for ongoing investigations.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing findings and recommendations, facilitating informed decision-making by clients.
Paralegal Independent Contractor
Independent Contractor - Self Employed
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Conducted legal research to support attorneys in case preparations
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and contracts
- Assisted in document review and e-discovery processes
- Prepared and organized legal files and documents for hearings and trials
- Maintained client communication and provided updates on case progress
- Performed administrative tasks, such as scheduling, filing, and managing calendars
- Drafted appeal briefs used in post conviction cases
- Key Achievements:
- Instrumental in arrest and prosecution of individuals involved in elderly deed fraud, thereby protecting vulnerable members of community
- Recognized by Montgomery County Sheriff's Office for significant contribution to successful resolution of case.
- Received positive feedback from clients and attorneys for attention to detail and dedication.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously and met strict deadlines
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills in legal research.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Cyber Intelligence Investigations
Certified in Board-Certified Human Trafficking Investigations - undefined
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Law
2017
- Introduced to the court system, case law, statutes, and legal research methods
- Studied theories, doctrines, and practice of family law
- Studied general principles, sources, and purpose of criminal law
- Examined agency, partnership, and corporation concepts
- Examined the limitations imposed on law enforcement activities
- Gained hands-on experience using current legal research methods.
- Learned proper writing methods and techniques for legal writing
- Studied the rules and principles governing the process by which courts rule
Skills
- Investigative Services
- Microsoft Word
- Skip Tracing
- Recorded Statements
- Special Investigations Unit (SIU)
- Covert Investigations
- Legal Research
- Case Management
- Case Analysis
- Case Management Software
- Surveillance
- Counter-surveillance
- Video
- Customer Service
- Kali-Linux
- Wireshark
- Nmap
- OSINT
- Autopsy – Digital Forensics
- Paraben – Electronic Evidence
- Information Documentation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Records Research
- Personal Background Checks
- Field Investigations
- Customer Experience
- Locating Individuals
- Judicial Procedures
- Critical Thinking
- Detailed Analysis
- Undercover Operations
- Accurate Documenting
- Video Recordings
- Video Documentation
Certification
- Board Certified Cyber Intelligence Investigator- 2022-2024
Timeline
Investigator - Marshall's Investigations Group
01.2023 - 04.2025
Private Investigator - Delta Group Associates
06.2020 - 05.2023
Field Investigator - G4S Compliance & Investigations
01.2020 - 08.2020
Paralegal Independent Contractor - Independent Contractor - Self Employed
01.2017 - 01.2021
McAfee Institute - Some College (No Degree), Cyber Intelligence Investigations
- Certified in Board-Certified Human Trafficking Investigations,
Liberty University - Associate of Science, Paralegal Studies
Liberty University School of Law - Bachelor of Science, Law
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