Building a Defense: An Attorney’s Perspective on Working with a Private Investigator

What really happens when a criminal defense attorney and a private investigator team up on a case? In this episode, Steve Flanagan sits down with Attorney Ryan Kolbeck for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about the attorney–investigator partnership.

Together, they share gritty, real-world stories from cases they’ve worked on, break down how investigative work shapes defense strategy, and talk openly about the role of truth, persistence, and trust in fighting for justice.

If you’ve ever wondered how criminal defense really works, beyond the headlines, this episode takes you inside the process from both sides of the table