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divorce, custody, private investigator near me — Kid's First founder Family Law Specialist, Gerald Klein, Esq.

Newport beach, private investigator near me — Past CALI Board Member, Gene Cella presenting recognition award

Randall (L) with past CALI Board Member, Tom Sheridan at a licensed investigator conference

Career Day presentation at Robert C. Fisler Middle School

Past CALI President Nick Savala presenting Randall with the District Governor of the Year Award

Randall (R) while serving as Education Committee, Conference Chair, with Marine Color Guard and past CALI President Eddie McClain.

Randall (L) with past CALI Board Member, Jan Tucker at the annual Legislative Day in Sacramento

LSIS conference booth addressing laws that govern investigators at attorney MCLE conference

"Meet the Judge" day, where children at the Kid's First of Orange County program meet and ask questions of a Family Law Judge.

Randall (center) manning the CALI association booth at CA State Bar MCLE conference

Volunteering with older son at the Sunny Hills High School, Conservatory of Fine Arts event

Randall (center) at Legislative Day in Sacramento with past CALI Presidents, Mark McClain and Toni Perrin

Career Day presentation at Robert C. Fisler K-8 School

Past CALI President Zimmer presenting recognition award

Cooking for a few hundred kids at the Sunny Hills High School, Conservatory of Fine Arts event

Chamber of Commerce meeting presentation on "Hiring An Investigator & Laws That Govern Them".

CALI and NALI Association booth at Consumer Attorney MCLE conference in Las Vegas

IB Director Brian Wall presenting Conservatory Of Fine Arts recognition for volunteer work

Serving as CALI District Governor and District Director, hosting Orange District meeting with former US Attorney David Queen

During a Career Day break with older son.

Why Legal Support Investigative Service?

Hiring the right investigator to document and present evidence can help you prevail in your litigated matter. Conversely, an inexperienced investigator can have a detrimental affect on the outcome of your case. Worse yet, an investigator that is not versed in the laws that govern him, can expose his client to costly civil liability through his tortious acts. That is why it's critically important to choose the right investigator.

Why choose a Legal Investigator, versus a regular private investigator?

Advantage of a Legal Investigator vs a Private Investigator

Private Investigator

The California Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services requires licensing for private investigators.

Minimum requirements for state licensure is:

(1) be 18 or older

(2) no educational requirement

(3) undergo a criminal background check through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

(4) three years investigative experience totaling 6,000 hours.

(5) pass a two hour multiple choice examination.

Legal Investigator

Legal Investigators usually have a college degree in Paralegal Studies, Administration of Justice, or a related legal field. While most serve as an employed legal assistant, working at the direction of an attorney, some obtain an investigator's license and engage independently in contract work for multiple law firms.

The Legal Investigator must possess knowledge of statutory and case law, local rules of court, civil procedure, legal research, forensic sciences, techniques of evidence collection, its preservation and admissibility.

The job of a Legal Investigator is to gather information and evidence which advance legal theories to benefit the client’s case. Legal investigators perform a number of essential duties for law firms, all of which require a sharp mind, extensive records and legal researching skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and astute investigative skills.

Depending on the type of case they are working on, Legal Investigators assist attorneys by reviewing police reports and discovery materials, analyzing and photographing crime or accident scenes, interviewing parties and witnesses, obtaining signed or recorded statements, performing background investigations, preparing documentary and demonstrative evidence, recommending experts and testifying in court.

John C. Adams III, Esq. - OCTLA Past President

Chief Rick Fong - Bureau of Security & Investigative Services

Trevor J. Herrera, Esq. - Civil Litigation Specialist

"We employed Randall for both his Paralegal and Investigative expertise to review, compare and contrast all statements and deposition testimony. Randall's work in both contexts was exceptional, as was his reliability, integrity and professionalism."

Trevor J. Herrera, Esq. - Civil Litigation Specialist

Chief Rick Fong - Bureau of Security & Investigative Services

Trevor J. Herrera, Esq. - Civil Litigation Specialist

"His background as a Paralegal allows him to provide unique and invaluable insight into our cases. Randall has become a major asset to our firm and he’s the only investigator we use. The reason for that is simple: Randall gets it done! "

Chief Rick Fong - Bureau of Security & Investigative Services

"Thank you for participating in the written examination development for the

Private Investigator's profession as a Subject Matter Expert."

Full Testimonials

Randall Alexander - Legal Investigator

Since 1999 when Randall Alexander formed the Legal Support Investigative Service (LSIS), he has worked both as a Legal Investigator and as a California State licensed Private Investigator.

Randall specializes in litigation support, with expertise in Family Law and Civil Litigation. He applies over thirty years of professional training and experience in investigations, law enforcement and military, as well formal education in Paralegal Studies and Administration of Justice.

INDUSTRY EXPERT

In 2008, Randall Alexander was recognized as a Subject Matter Expert by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, a division of the California Department of Consumer Affairs. Randall assisted DCA/BSIS in the review and rewrite of the Private Investigator State Licensing Examination, which determines candidate competency for licensure.

Randall has served as an industry expert in the review of private investigator work product, providing his opinion based on codified law, appellate case precedence, and industry periodicals. He has testified in depositions, state and federal court, as well as a state administrative hearing.

EDUCATION and TRAINING

PARALEGAL STUDIES

Randall earned his Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies from the Southern California College of Business and Law; an ABA - American Bar Association approved program.

ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE

Randall completed undergraduate coursework in Administration of Justice, and was a member of the Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society.

INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Randall has over twenty-five years of continuing education in the investigative industry, provided through professional associations. He has additional professional training and experience in the military and law enforcement.

SERVICE to investigative industry

Randall has been a member in good standing with the California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) since 1999. An advocate for continuing education and knowledge of the laws that govern the investigative industry, Randall has served CALI and it's membership in the following capacities:

Currently Serving

CALI Government Affairs Committee
CALI Political Action Committee

Previous Service

CALI Board of Directors, District Director, Orange County
CALI District Governor, Orange County
CALI District Governor, Los Angeles County (x3)
CALI Education Committee
CALI Conference Chair

Randall has participated in legislative activities in Sacramento and locally in Southern California, addressing legislative bills that impact the consumer, the legal community, and the investigative industry. In 2008, Randall assisted with the draft for a Private Investigator, Mandatory Continuing Education bill, SB-1282 (Margett), and again in 2009, SB-202 (Harman), both of which received near unanimous support.

Randall has given presentations regarding the Licensed Private Investigator industry and the laws that govern their actions to his peers, various organizations, chamber of commerce, schools, and networking groups.