We serve all of California and the USA

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Most Trusted Services in California

Decades of Experience You Can Rely On
We provide specialized investigative and legal support for attorneys, businesses, insurers, and individuals. Our top services focus on the areas where we deliver the greatest impact, uncovering fraud, locating witnesses, protecting assets, and keeping legal cases on track. With decades of proven results, these six services are the foundation of why clients across California trust us.
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Employment Law Services

We support plaintiff employment law firms in Class Action and PAGA cases through employee list research and professional bilingual witness outreach that supports discovery, notice, and case strategy.
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Difficult Service of Process

When traditional service attempts are unsuccessful, our licensed investigators use research, surveillance, and targeted field strategies to complete difficult service of process lawfully and efficiently.
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Asset Investigations

We conduct asset investigations for attorneys handling complex cases, uncovering concealed property, layered ownership, and financial affiliations that impact settlement and recovery outcomes.
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Estate & Probate

We support probate attorneys with verified investigative findings that clarify asset ownership, beneficiary details, and financial activity, providing clear documentation to strengthen filings and case strategy.
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Cheating Spouse

We conduct confidential cheating spouse investigations using licensed investigators, careful surveillance, and clear reporting to confirm or disprove suspicions with professionalism and respect.
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Subrosa Surveillance

Professional subrosa surveillance for insurance claims, providing objective documentation that highlights inconsistencies between reported injuries and observed behavior.

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Comprehensive Investigative Solutions
Tristar Investigation delivers a wide range of professional investigative services, carefully tailored to meet the needs of individuals, attorneys, businesses, and insurance companies.
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Employment Law Services

We help employment law teams gain early clarity by organizing employee data and conducting witness outreach that supports informed Class Action and PAGA case decisions.
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Difficult Service of Process

Advanced service of process for challenging cases, combining investigative research, personal patterns analysis, and discreet field tactics to serve evasive individuals while meeting legal requirements.
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Asset Investigations

We assist attorneys with pre-settlement asset investigations that identify collectible assets, verify net worth, and strengthen negotiation leverage against defendants and insurers.
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Estate & Probate

Trusted by probate attorneys across California, we provide discreet investigative support that delivers verified information and clarity in complex estate administration and contested matters.
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Injury Surveillance

Discreet injury surveillance that helps defense attorneys evaluate claim validity by documenting real-world activity, identifying inconsistencies, and supporting informed decisions in injury-related cases.
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Background Checks

Background checks for attorneys that verify identity, review history, and uncover relevant details to support due diligence, credibility assessment, and informed case preparation.
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Accident Investigations

Accident investigations that help attorneys establish facts, clarify liability, and support case strategy with verified evidence, detailed documentation, and professional investigative analysis.
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Witness Statements

We conduct professional witness interviews and prepare documented statements that give attorneys dependable testimony to evaluate claims, prepare filings, and strengthen case presentation.
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Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Fraud

Bankruptcy and foreclosure fraud investigations that help attorneys uncover hidden assets, fraudulent filings, and misrepresentations, providing court-ready evidence to support litigation and recovery efforts.
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Spouse/Domestic Surveillance

When trust is uncertain, our licensed investigators document a partner’s activities with professionalism and care, providing clear evidence that helps individuals make informed personal or legal decisions.
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Missing Persons

Attorneys rely on Tristar for discreet, results driven missing persons investigations that support litigation, asset recovery, and case development. Our licensed investigators locate hard to find individuals.
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Intellectual Property

Investigations designed to uncover intellectual property misuse, delivering clear findings that support enforcement actions and help businesses safeguard their innovations and reputation.
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Divorce Law

Attorneys rely on Tristar for discreet, results driven missing persons investigations that support litigation, asset recovery, and case development. Our licensed investigators locate hard to find individuals.
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Employee List Research

Attorneys rely on Tristar for discreet, results driven missing persons investigations that support litigation, asset recovery, and case development. Our licensed investigators locate hard to find individuals.
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Witness Outreach

Attorneys rely on Tristar for discreet, results driven missing persons investigations that support litigation, asset recovery, and case development. Our licensed investigators locate hard to find individuals.
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Missing Plaintiff

Attorneys rely on Tristar for discreet, results driven missing persons investigations that support litigation, asset recovery, and case development. Our licensed investigators locate hard to find individuals.
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Business Investigations

Attorneys rely on Tristar for discreet, results driven missing persons investigations that support litigation, asset recovery, and case development. Our licensed investigators locate hard to find individuals.
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Asset Investigations

We conduct asset investigations for individuals to verify ownership, identify concealed assets, and provide reliable information handled with care and confidentiality.
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Cheating Spouse

With 40 + years of experience, we provide discreet cheating spouse investigations that document real-world behavior accurately while protecting privacy and handling every case with care.
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Background Checks

Discreet background checks for individuals seeking clarity and peace of mind, providing verified information to help you make confident personal decisions.
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Fraud and Scams

We investigate fraud and scams with urgency and discretion, gathering reliable, court-ready documentation that helps victims understand what happened and take informed next steps.
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Runaway Teenagers

Runaway teenager investigations that help families locate missing teens quickly, confirm their safety, and bring clarity during stressful and uncertain situations.
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Missing Persons

Missing person investigations that help families locate loved ones, get clear answers, and move forward with reliable information during uncertain and emotional times.
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Subpoena Services

Subpoena services that help individuals ensure legal documents are served correctly, on time, and with proper documentation that meets court requirements.
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Child Protection

Professional child protection investigations that document visitation compliance, identify safety concerns, and provide reliable information to support custody decisions and a child’s well-being.
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Divorce

Divorce investigations that uncover hidden assets, verify conduct, and document relevant behavior, giving clients and attorneys clear facts to support fair settlements and custody decisions.
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Estate & Probate

Trusted by probate attorneys across California, we provide discreet investigative support that delivers verified information and clarity in complex estate administration and contested matters.
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Subrosa Surveillance

We conduct compliant subrosa surveillance to capture clear video, observations, and timelines that give insurers reliable insight into claimant activity and injury-related behavior.
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Background Checks

Background checks designed for insurance defense teams, delivering verified claimant information and organized findings that support thorough claim review and fraud detection efforts.
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Workers Comp Fraud Subrosa

Workers’ compensation fraud investigations combining subrosa surveillance, analysis, and detailed documentation to verify claims and support accurate case outcomes.
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Insurance Accident Investigations

We conduct insurance accident investigations to uncover inconsistencies, identify potential fraud, and provide reliable documentation that helps insurers and attorneys evaluate accident-related claims.
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Bilingual Claims Investigator

We provide bilingual claims investigators who conduct interviews, gather statements, and document evidence in Spanish and English to reduce miscommunication and support accurate claim decisions.
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Worker Compensation AOE – COE

Our AOE–COE investigations help insurance professionals verify whether reported injuries truly arose out of and occurred within the course of employment, supporting accurate claim evaluation and defensible decisions.
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Skip Tracing

We use proven skip tracing methods to locate people quickly and accurately, helping individuals reconnect, verify contact information, or resolve personal matters.
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Business Surveillance

We conduct business surveillance to uncover internal misconduct, verify concerns, and deliver clear documentation that supports informed management and legal action.
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Background Checks

We provide background investigations for businesses to confirm histories, identify potential red flags, and support sound decisions involving employees, vendors, or partners.
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Workers Comp Fraud Investigations

Workers’ comp fraud investigations that help businesses verify injury claims, uncover exaggerated activity, and reduce unnecessary costs through clear, documented evidence.
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Loss Prevention

We support businesses with loss prevention investigations designed to uncover theft, fraud, and misconduct, helping management address vulnerabilities before losses escalate.
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Intellectual Property

Investigations designed to uncover intellectual property misuse, delivering clear findings that support enforcement actions and help businesses safeguard their innovations and reputation.
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Employee Theft

We investigate suspected employee theft by documenting misconduct, identifying patterns, and delivering reliable findings that support informed management and HR decisions.
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Corporate Intelligence

Our corporate intelligence services help organizations identify fraud, insider risk, and due diligence gaps by delivering actionable findings that support informed executive and legal decision-making.
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Asset Recovery

Asset recovery investigations help businesses locate hidden or misappropriated assets through financial tracing, property research, and clear documentation that supports recovery and enforcement efforts.

Service Areas

We serve all of California and the USA
Our licensed investigators provide trusted support across California, delivering professional results for individuals, businesses, attorneys, and insurers statewide.