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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

Hosting CALI district meeting, Orange District, with former US Attorney David Queen

During a break with one of my sons, at Career Day

Why Legal Support Investigative Service?

Hiring the right investigator can help you prevail in your litigated matter. Conversely, losing in litigation can be an expensive venture or life altering if relevant facts are not found/presented due to a poor investigation. Worse yet, an investigator that is not versed in the laws that govern him, can expose his client to costly civil liability. This is why it's critically important to choose the right investigator.

So what's the difference, and why choose a Legal Investigator, as opposed to a regular private investigator?

Advantage of a Legal Investigator vs a Private Investigator

Legal Investigator

Legal Investigators usually have a college degree in paralegal studies, criminal or administration of justice, political science or a related legal field. 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.

Licensed 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.

John C. Adams III, Esq. - Martindale-Hubbell AV rated

Chief Rick Fong - Bureau of Security & Investigative Services

John C. Adams III, Esq. - Martindale-Hubbell AV rated

"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

John C. Adams III, Esq. - Martindale-Hubbell AV rated

"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

Randall Alexander is an educated litigation support paralegal. He has worked as a Legal Investigator and state Licensed Private Investigator, since 1999 when he formed Legal Support Investigative Service.

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 as a degree in Paralegal Studies and completed undergraduate coursework in 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 industry professional association, California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) since 1999.

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, Orange County District Director
CALI Orange County District Governor
CALI Los Angeles County District Governor (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 various organizations, chamber of commerce, schools, and networking groups.