When a Personal Situation Requires Clarity
Family matters are rarely simple. They carry history, emotion, trust, and the reputations of everyone involved.
When something feels wrong — in a relationship, a private situation, or a domestic dispute — the truth becomes more than an answer. It’s a way to protect dignity, make informed decisions, and ensure your family’s story remains yours to tell.
I investigate these situations discreetly, without judgment or spectacle, providing clarity that allows people to move forward with greater certainty.
I work with individuals and families in the San Francisco Bay Area who need private, quiet assistance with personal matters that should never be handled in public view.
A Discreet, Respectful Investigative Approach
I approach family and personal investigations with restraint. The objective is not exposure, confrontation, or leverage — it is understanding. Every inquiry begins with a confidential conversation to determine what information is necessary, what methods are appropriate, and what boundaries must remain intact.
Depending on the situation, an investigation may include:
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verification of facts and timelines
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discreet observation to establish patterns of behavior
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digital and open-source intelligence review
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documentation suitable for legal proceedings
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careful coordination with legal counsel when appropriate
All work is conducted quietly, without unnecessary disruption or risk.
How Discretion Is Maintained
Discretion is not an add-on—it is foundational to how investigations are conducted. Every matter is designed to reduce visibility, safeguard client identity, and prevent unnecessary exposure. Communication is controlled, records are handled securely, and investigative methods are chosen with an emphasis on subtlety as much as results. Whether the work occurs digitally or in the field, clients remain insulated while facts are obtained quietly, lawfully, and without drawing attention.
We Address Issues - Not Techniques
When most people think about private investigators, they picture specific techniques — surveillance, background checks, GPS tracking, asset searches, or infidelity investigations. These terms are commonly used in the industry, but they describe methods, not the reason a client seeks help. Clients do not come to us asking for “surveillance” or an “asset search.” They come with matters that need to be resolved — family concerns, business disputes, legal questions, or situations where clarity and verified facts are required. The tools used are simply the means to answer those questions responsibly and lawfully.
When Something Personal Becomes Serious
Most personal matters don’t begin as “investigations.” They begin as feelings — instincts that something is different, inconsistent, or concealed. Over time, those instincts become questions, and questions become consequences: emotional, financial, or legal.
Confidentiality is foundational. I take on a limited number of cases to ensure each matter receives direct attention and remains contained.
Concerns About Trust and Fidelity
When trust changes in a relationship, the shift is often subtle — patterns that don’t match the past, answers that feel incomplete, a sense of distance without explanation. I document the facts quietly, giving you clarity without confrontation. The goal is not to win an argument, but to understand what is real so decisions can be made with dignity rather than doubt.
Situations That May Require Evidence for Counsel
When counsel becomes involved, narrative alone is not enough. Claims must be supported, timelines verified, and events documented with precision. I collect evidence suitable for legal use, handled discreetly so your position is informed by facts that withstand scrutiny. The intention is not to escalate conflict, but to ensure your interests are represented accurately.
Sensitive Custody Issues
When a situation involves children, discretion and restraint are not optional — they are the foundation. I gather evidence suitable for counsel without escalating conflict or harming a child’s wellbeing. The purpose is clarity, not leverage. A grounded understanding of the situation allows decisions to be made in the child’s best interest, supported by documented facts rather than accusation.
Matters That Influence Legacy, Divorce, or Settlement
In high-stakes family matters, the consequences live far beyond today’s disagreement — they affect legacy, inheritance, and the future shape of the family itself. I investigate these situations with the gravity they deserve, providing facts that guide sensitive decisions during divorce, settlement, or estate discussions. My approach is measured, private, and focused on protecting what has been built.
Domestic Disputes With Financial Implications
Domestic disputes often carry financial consequences — asset distribution, support, inheritance, or agreements tied to shared property or investments. I investigate these matters with care, tracing relevant facts and behavior patterns that influence financial outcomes. My work provides quiet documentation that helps counsel advise from a position of knowledge rather than uncertainty.
Personal Matters Affecting Reputation
Reputation is a form of currency, especially in communities where personal and professional lives overlap. When a private situation threatens your name — through behavior, exposure, or association — a discreet investigation can surface the truth before others define the story for you. I handle these matters quietly, preserving privacy while establishing the facts.
San Francisco & Bay Area Focus
Family and personal matters in San Francisco often involve overlapping personal and professional lives. Technology, finance, and closely held businesses create unique dynamics where personal decisions can ripple outward.
I am a licensed private investigator based in San Francisco, serving clients throughout the Bay Area.
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Personal Investigations Fees
Trust starts with clear pricing. For executive-level response to internal conflicts, an honest, upfront fee schedule is essential — it prevents last-minute price inflation based on urgency or client profile.
Many firms withhold starting prices so they can scale costs to your perceived ability to pay. That’s not transparency; it’s exploitation. Choose a partner who commits to straight talk and predictable fees from the outset.
Office Engagments
From $2500
Office Based Investigations
My rates are per day. The starting price of $2,500 per day will include many services and the costs associated with those. For example, it may include the costs associated with a background check, or perhaps an asset search.
Your exact specifications will be discussed during our consultation.
Field Engagments
All-Inclusive From $2800
Investigations Requiring Field Activity
A field investigation is when we need to apply our tradecraft to any work performed outside the office. This may include discreet observation (surveillance), stings, collecting evidence, and other matters that take us away from our desk.
Starting price for an out-of-office investigation is $2,500 per day. Your case may be different. If your matter requires this, I will tell you in advance and you will decide if it's right before before any billing takes place.