Business Details
Expert Investigation & Litigation Consulting Services in Berkeley, CA
Fine and Associates is a premier investigation and litigation consulting firm led by Grant Fine, a Harvard-trained attorney and bilingual (Spanish/English) private investigator. Our firm specializes in internal investigations, criminal defense investigations, and civil litigation support, serving individuals, law firms, and corporations nationwide. With a focus on discretion and precision, we deliver sophisticated fact-finding services including due diligence, asset location, and missing persons investigations. Our work has directly contributed to abandoned prosecutions, acquittals, and favorable legal outcomes. We collaborate closely with legal teams to develop case strategies, conduct discovery analysis, and provide trial preparation services.Our internal compliance audits ensure regulatory adherence for corporations across industries. With extensive experience in both domestic and international legal contexts, we combine legal expertise with investigative rigor to uncover critical information. Our founders background as a public defender, legal advisor in Latin America, and educator informs our commitment to thoroughness and ethical practice. We maintain a first-rate reputation built on tenacity, professionalism, and results-driven methodology. Our clients benefit from tailored solutions that address complex legal challenges with strategic clarity and unwavering dedication.
Services
Criminal Defense Investigations
Civil Litigation Investigations
Internal Investigations
Due Diligence
Asset Location
Missing Persons Investigations
Discovery Analysis
Trial Strategy Development
Jury Selection
Post-Trial Fact-Finding
Highlights and features
- We offer bilingual (Spanish/English) legal and investigative services.
- Our team includes a Harvard-trained lawyer with global experience.
- We serve clients nationwide, including law firms and corporations.
- Our investigations have led to abandoned prosecutions and favorable legal outcomes.
- We conduct thorough internal compliance audits to ensure regulatory adherence.
Services
Criminal Defense Investigations
We investigate all criminal case categories from federal drug trafficking to misdemeanors. Our services include pre-indictment investigations, discovery analysis, trial strategy development, and post-conviction actions. Our work has secured abandoned prosecutions and favorable sentencing outcomes.
Civil Litigation Investigations
We handle personal injury, workplace claims, family law cases, and contract disputes. Our services include pre-trial strategy development, witness interviews, asset searches, and post-trial fact-finding to strengthen legal positions and settlement negotiations.
Internal Investigations
We conduct thorough internal investigations across industries to address employee misconduct allegations. Our services include compliance audits, regulatory issue resolution, and personnel decision support to mitigate legal risks and maintain operational integrity.
Due Diligence
We provide comprehensive due diligence services including asset verification, background checks, and risk assessment. Our investigations support informed decision-making for legal proceedings, business transactions, and compliance requirements.
Trial Preparation
We assist with trial strategy formulation, jury selection, and evidence presentation. Our services include case theory development, witness preparation, and courtroom-ready documentation to enhance trial outcomes.
People
Grant Fine
Founder & Lead Investigator
Harvard Law graduate with 30+ years of legal and investigative experience. Former public defender, World Bank legal advisor, and human rights advocate. Recognized by NCIP with 2023 Champion of Justice Award for exoneration work.
Questions
What services does Fine and Associates offer?
We specialize in criminal defense investigations, civil litigation support, internal investigations, due diligence, and trial preparation services for individuals and organizations.
What makes your firm unique?
Our founder combines Harvard legal training with bilingual capabilities and global investigative experience, delivering strategic solutions that merge legal expertise with field investigation rigor.
Do you work with corporate clients?
Yes, we conduct internal investigations and compliance audits for corporations across industries to address misconduct allegations and regulatory requirements.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Berkeley, CA, we provide investigative services nationwide for clients including law firms, corporations, and individuals.
Can you assist with international cases?
Our founder's extensive Latin American experience enables us to handle cross-border investigations and provide culturally informed legal advocacy solutions.
