Our Story
28 Years of Federal Law Enforcement Service
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Why We Do This Work
After 28 years in federal law enforcement, we decided to continue helping others resolve the issues that trouble them — the situations people are often unprepared to handle on their own. As a licensed private investigation firm in the State of California, we're able to spend as much time as each case truly requires, without the resource limits often felt by state, local, and federal agencies.
We work every case with one goal in mind: focus on our client's needs and requests. Our experience spans surveillance, focused interviewing of subjects and witnesses, intelligence gathering, and cases involving missing persons, theft, and illegal contraband. We brief our clients often and keep them well informed of case results and developments throughout.
Every engagement with Essex Investigations begins the same way — with a confidential, no-cost consultation, so you know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
How We Work
What Sets Essex Investigations Apart
Three principles guide every case we take on, no matter how routine or complex.
Discretion First
Confidentiality is critical to the integrity of every case. Your information and situation are handled with complete discretion, always.
Individual Attention
We recognize the importance of treating each case individually and uniquely — not as a routine file to move through quickly.
Clear Communication
We brief our clients often, keeping you informed of case results and developments from the initial consultation through the final report.
Credentials
Licensed & Associated
State License
CA PI #190080
California Dept. of Consumer Affairs
Certificate No. PIQ22126
Member
CA Association of Licensed Investigators
Client Stories
Testimonials
When we were unable to locate a former employee who was avoiding service for a court case. Essex Investigations found her in less than a day. As a result we prevailed and have recovered our losses.
- A. Ang
March 2026
I last saw one of my closest and dearest friends more than 20 years ago as she left Los Angeles to live with her son in another state. I don't remember the amount of times I tried to find her on social media, but to no avail. I had tears in my eyes when I received confirmation that Essex Investigations found her, in under 20 minutes. Thank you!
- Susie P
November 2025
We needed a quick and accurate background data verification for a potential hiring for a senior leadership position. Essex Investigations came through and eventually saved us a great deal of trouble!
- Sean G
February 2026
