Asset Investigations
Overview
Asset investigations locate hidden or undisclosed assets for divorce proceedings, judgment enforcement, business disputes, and debt recovery. We research real property, vehicles, bank accounts, business interests, and offshore holdings through legal investigative methods.
Who It's For
- Divorce attorneys documenting marital assets
- Creditors enforcing judgments
- Business partners investigating undisclosed interests
- Estate attorneys locating assets
- Fraud victims tracing proceeds
Typical Deliverables
- Real property holdings (CA and out-of-state)
- Vehicle registrations
- Business ownership and UCC filings
- Bank account indicators
- Corporate affiliations and directorships
- Asset transfer timeline
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you find offshore bank accounts?
Offshore accounts are among the most difficult assets to locate. We can identify indicators of offshore activity through legal means — wire transfer patterns, corporate structures, and public records in jurisdictions with disclosure requirements. Full offshore tracing often requires coordination with attorneys and formal legal processes.
How do asset investigations work in divorce cases?
We typically work alongside the divorce attorney to identify assets not disclosed in financial declarations (Form FL-142). Our findings can be used to cross-examine in deposition or to inform discovery requests. Reports are court-admissible.
What if assets have been transferred to family members?
Fraudulent conveyance is a common tactic. We trace asset transfers through deed records, UCC filings, and corporate change records. Your attorney can then pursue fraudulent transfer claims if the evidence supports it.
Do I need a court order to start an asset investigation?
No court order is required for an initial asset investigation using public records. A court order (citation or writ) is required if you want to actually levy or garnish the assets found.