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Joseph L. Descafano

Lake Wales

Summary

Detail-oriented Contract Investigator with expertise in criminal investigations and evidence collection. Proven track record in managing complex cases, including drug trafficking and felony murder. Dedicated investigator with over four years of experience in criminal case analysis and evidence gathering. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and effective communication skills, contributing to successful case resolutions in high-stakes environments. Proficient in conducting thorough investigations and managing evidence collection. Strong analytical skills and proven ability to communicate effectively with witnesses and legal professionals to support case integrity. Results-oriented law enforcement and investigation specialist with several years of experience in coordinating investigations, researching and reviewing case files and conducting interviews. Resourceful leader focused on keeping alert and open perspective during investigations while utilizing expert problem-solving in unlocking complex cases. Successful investigator bringing strong background in casework to position within robust and professional organization. Highly skilled in criminal investigation and detective work, with a background that encompasses various aspects of law enforcement. Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, adept at gathering evidence and solving complex cases. Known for ability to lead teams in high-pressure environments to achieve positive outcomes. Contributed to significant reductions in local crime rates through effective investigation techniques and collaboration with law enforcement agencies.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Investigator / Mitigation expert

Descafano Criminal Investigations LLC
01.2020 - Current
  • 4 years with JAC (Justice Administration Commission) Contract Investigator / Mitigation expert.
  • Case review discovery, Cases including drug trafficking, Felony Murder, Death Penalty and RICO cases.
  • Witness statements, photographs crime scene, skip trace to locate witnesses including social media deep search, surveillance.
  • Service of subpoenas for deposition.

Consultant/ Manager

10th District Process Service LLC
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Manage day-to-day operations of Civil Process Service in the 10th Judicial Circuit Including Polk, Hardee, and Highland County.

Owner

Descafano Private Investigations & Process Service
04.2005 - 01.2013
  • Created a profitable business from startup to 350k revenue, sold business in 2013.
  • Contract Investigator Rock County & Jefferson County Public Defender's Office under the supervision of attorney David Zarwell (Jefferson County) Karyn Missiner Rock County.
  • Criminal Investigations including robbery, assault, rape, drugs, and attempted murder cases.
  • Process Service Vendor to several Wisconsin Law Firms.
  • Process Service Vendor to several In state and out of state Process Server Companies.
  • National Vendor Account with ABC Legal Services, Direct Contractor with the US DOJ, and Wisconsin DOJ.
  • Email Tracing.
  • Investigations: Background Pre- Employment including, Reference Checks, Employment History Verification, Education Verification, Criminal Verification, Witness Statements, Photographs, Video Surveillance, Marital Court Filings, GPS Tracking.

Dual Officer

Department of Homeland Security
02.2012 - 12.2012
  • US government TSA - MSN Osarp Certified, X-Ray Certified, AIT Certified, ETD Certified.
  • Trained to locate IED and components / explosives.
  • Secret Security Clearance.
  • (Part time)

Process Server Manager

DGR Legal Support
Caldwell
05.1999 - 01.2005
  • Company Overview: 2nd Largest Legal Support Company in New Jersey
  • Review and proof all 'Proof of Service' for incoming Subpoena and Summons and Complaints.
  • Write Due Diligence Reports on Non-Services, follow up with attorneys in regard to ongoing cases (approx. 1200 per month).
  • Schedule Stake outs for attorneys in order to serve difficult cases.
  • Certified EMAIL TRACER, International Services utilizing Hague Convention and Letters Rogatory.
  • Skip Trace and Computerized Research for ongoing cases investigative.
  • Billing and Collections on past due accounts.
  • 2nd Largest Legal Support Company in New Jersey

Education

BS - Criminal Justice

Polk State College
08.2025

Associate of Science - Aerospace Administration

Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
01.2020

Certificate - Basic Forensic Knowledge

UW Manitowoc
01.2006

Paralegal Certificate -

Penn Foster College
01.1989

Skills

  • Criminal investigations
  • Evidence collection
  • Case analysis
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Report writing
  • Research
  • Investigation management
  • Background checks
  • Witness interviews
  • Interview techniques
  • Court testimony
  • Critical thinking
  • Social media investigations
  • Interviewing witnesses

Internship

Wisconsin Public Defenders Office, 04/01/05, 08/31/05, Steve Thurner

Timeline

Contract Investigator / Mitigation expert

Descafano Criminal Investigations LLC
01.2020 - Current

Consultant/ Manager

10th District Process Service LLC
01.2013 - 01.2020

Dual Officer

Department of Homeland Security
02.2012 - 12.2012

Owner

Descafano Private Investigations & Process Service
04.2005 - 01.2013

Process Server Manager

DGR Legal Support
05.1999 - 01.2005

BS - Criminal Justice

Polk State College

Associate of Science - Aerospace Administration

Polk State College

Certificate - Basic Forensic Knowledge

UW Manitowoc

Paralegal Certificate -

Penn Foster College
Joseph L. Descafano
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