We've more or less ignored the Anthony Pellicano case here at The Daily Caveat. Frankly, I can't much relate to the kind of "investigative" work he practiced. As salacious and juicy as the case proved to be, it never felt right to cover Pellicano's prosecution in this space.

However, an interesting offshoot of the case (in which attorneys who employed Pellicanos found themselves under indictment) is a "wake up call" for attorneys on how they use the services of private investigators. Law.com has thoughts from several notable attorneys on the ripple effects from the case.

Here's a hint - you want the one who is willing to tell you "NO" and makes it their business to keep you away from garbage tactics that can embarrass your client or sink your firm. Anything that sounds too good to be true probably is. 

Labels: Anthony Pellicano, HP, private investigator