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Rick Berry

Experienced Investigative & Legal Support Professional with Extensive Case Management Background

About Me

Experienced investigative and legal support professional with more than 30 years of experience in law enforcement, criminal investigations, legal case support, and operations management. Former homicide detective with the Dallas Police Department and current private investigator specializing in criminal defense investigations and case analysis. Skilled in case management, legal documentation, client communication, records organization, deadline tracking, and coordinating complex workflows in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Extensive experience working with attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, and clients while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Recognized for strong organizational abilities, calm problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Comfortable working independently or collaboratively in both investigative and administrative support roles.

Jurisdiction

United States

Notable Employer

  • Owner & Founder at BWI Investigations – Forensics | Franklin, TN
  • General Manager & Lead Investigator at Inquisitor Inc. | Nashville, TN
  • Dallas Police Department | Dallas, TX at Dallas Police Department

Experience

Seniority LevelExecutive
Years of Experience20+ years
Current StatusActive
Owner & FounderNotableBWI Investigations – Forensics | Franklin, TN
2012 - 2026

• Founded and managed a private investigations firm providing forensic and investigative services • Conduct investigations for legal, insurance, and private clients • Prepared affidavits, motions and orders for indigent defense funding • Prepare detailed reports used in legal proceedings • Manage client relationships, case workflow, and compliance requirements • Conducted comprehensive background investigations involving criminal histories, public records, court documentation, identity verification, and source interviews to support criminal defense and investigative casework. • Reviewed, analyzed, and reconciled investigative records, criminal history information, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies, validate findings, and ensure accurate case reporting. • Communicated with attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, witnesses, and external stakeholders regarding investigative status updates, records requests, and case-related inquiries. • Evaluated investigative findings involving dismissed, expunged, reduced, or otherwise disputed criminal charges and assessed relevance to ongoing investigations and legal proceedings. • Processed and maintained sensitive investigative records and confidential information in compliance with legal, procedural, and privacy requirements. • Conducted public records searches, database inquiries, and related investigative research to support case analysis and subject background development. • Utilized multiple investigative databases, open-source research methods, and social media platforms to gather, analyze, and document relevant intelligence and background information. • Prepared detailed investigative reports, summaries, affidavits, and supporting documentation for attorneys, court proceedings, and agency review. • Coordinated with multidisciplinary partners, including attorneys, law enforcement personnel, court officials, and external agencies to facilitate investigative and case-management objectives. • Assisted in evaluating investigative procedures and identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency, documentation accuracy, and case workflow management. • Maintained accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple active investigations and responding to time-sensitive requests in high-volume environments.

General Manager & Lead InvestigatorNotableInquisitor Inc. | Nashville, TN
2005 - 2012

• Supervised a team of investigators in a firm specializing in criminal defense cases • Conduct investigations for legal, insurance, and private clients • Prepared affidavits for indigent defense funding • Prepare detailed reports used in legal proceedings • Manage client relationships, case workflow, and compliance requirements • Conducted comprehensive background investigations involving criminal histories, public records, court documentation, identity verification, and source interviews to support criminal defense and investigative casework. • Reviewed, analyzed, and reconciled investigative records, criminal history information, and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies, validate findings, and ensure accurate case reporting. • Communicated with attorneys, court personnel, law enforcement agencies, witnesses, and external stakeholders regarding investigative status updates, records requests, and case-related inquiries. • Evaluated investigative findings involving dismissed, expunged, reduced, or otherwise disputed criminal charges and assessed relevance to ongoing investigations and legal proceedings. • Processed and maintained sensitive investigative records and confidential information in compliance with legal, procedural, and privacy requirements. • Conducted public records searches, database inquiries, and related investigative research to support case analysis and subject background development. • Utilized multiple investigative databases, open-source research methods, and social media platforms to gather, analyze, and document relevant intelligence and background information. • Prepared detailed investigative reports, summaries, affidavits, and supporting documentation for attorneys, court proceedings, and agency review. • Coordinated with multidisciplinary partners, including attorneys, law enforcement personnel, court officials, and external agencies to facilitate investigative and case-management objectives. • Assisted in evaluating investigative procedures and identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency, documentation accuracy, and case workflow management. • Maintained accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple active investigations and responding to time-sensitive requests in high-volume environments.

Dallas Police Department | Dallas, TXNotableDallas Police Department
1989 - 2005

• Investigated 550+ death cases, including complex homicide investigations • Conducted 200+ crimes against children investigations involving sensitive and high-risk situations • Provided regular courtroom testimony in criminal proceedings • Participated in high-profile and multi-agency investigations • Conducted interviews and interrogations of victims, witnesses, and suspects • Collected and analyzed evidence to support prosecution • Served as patrol officer responding to emergency situations

Education

Degree of SociologyColorado State University Pueblo
1974 - 1988

Skills

Core skills0
Languages1

Languages

English