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Attorney Gerald Klein presenting Kid's First recognition award
Career Day presentation
Former Board Member, Gene Cella presenting recognition award
Randall with former Board Member, Tom Sheridan at a licensed investigator conference
President presenting recognition award
While serving as Conference Chair, with Marine Color Guard and past president Eddie McClain.
Randall with former board member, Jan Tucker at Legislative Day in Sacramento
LSIS booth addressing laws that govern investigators at attorney MCLE conference
Association booth at CA State Bar MCLE conference
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Volunteering with son, at Sunny Hills High School, Conservatory of Fine Arts event
Legislative Day in Sacramento with past presidents, Mark McClain and Toni Perrin
Career Day presentation
CALI Board Member presenting recognition award
Association booth at Consumer Attorney MCLE conference in Las Vegas
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RANDALL ALEXANDER
Randall has been specializing in Litigation Support as state licensed investigator since 1999, when he formed Legal Support Investigative Service. With extensive training, experience and education in Paralegal Studies, Administration of Justice and industry related instruction, Randall specializes in the areas of Civil Litigation and Family Law Litigation.
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, along with six other investigators were selected by BSIS and the CDCA, to assist in the review and rewrite update of the Private Investigator State Licensing Examination, which determines 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 state and federal court, as well as a state administrative hearing.
Randall has participated in legislative activities in Sacramento and locally in Southern California, addressing legislative bills that impact the consumer, the investigative industry and the legal field. In 2008, Randall assisted with the draft for a Private Investigator, Mandatory Continuing Education bill, SB1282 (Margett), and later SB-202 (Harman), both of which received near unanimous support from both sides of the aisle.
Randall served as a CALI District Governor multiple years, on the Board of Directors as a District Director, on the Education Committee and as a Conference Chairman responsible for guest speakers and educational content.
Randall has given presentations regarding the private investigation industry to various organizations, the chamber of commerce, schools, and networking groups.
INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
Randall was the first recipient of the District Governor of the Year Award (2007-2008) by the Board of Directors of the California Association of Licensed Investigators (founded in 1968), for exceptional performance and leadership.
Certificate of Recognition from his peers of the CALI - Orange County District for organizing quality educational meetings resulting in increased member participation by more than four fold.
Recognition plaque for service as the elected District Governor (x 4) with the California Association of Licensed Investigators.
Recognition plaque for service as District Director, serving on the Board of Directors with the California Association of Licensed Investigators.
ARTICLES WRITTEN
* Investigations Capturing Eyewitness Perspective, March 2023
* DSLR Photo Evidence - What is Eyewitness Perspective? Feb 2023
* Family Law Litigation: Cohabitation Investigations, October 2020
* Background Investigations: There is No Magic Button, March 2012
EDUCATION
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. Additionally, Randall completed undergraduate coursework in Administration of Justice. Randall was a member of the Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society.
Southern California College of Business & Law
California Family Law Litigation
Torts and Personal Injury
California Civil Litigation
Criminal Law and Procedures
Business Law & Contracts
California Real Estate Law
Dispute Resolution: Mediation & Arbitration
Legal Writing
Legal Research
Advanced Research & Writing
Legal Procedures I, II & III
Automated Legal Procedures
Advanced Computer Application
Peace Officer Standards & Training / Advanced Officer Training
POST Academy, San Diego Police Department
Firearms Excellence Award
POST - Hearsay Evidence Testimony
CHP Intoxilyzer 5000 certified
POST AOT - Crime Scene Investigation
POST AOT - Narcotics Training for Field Officers
POST AOT - Gang Awareness
POST AOT - Child Abuse & Child Pornography
POST AOT - Domestic Violence
POST AOT - Use of Force
POST AOT - Values, Principles, and Ethics
POST AOT - DNA Genetic Fingerprinting
POST AOT - Preventing Sexual Harassment
INVESTIGATIVE COURSES / TRAINING
Identifying Domestic Violence
Client Contracts & Pitfalls
P.I.s in Criminal Defense Cases
Employment Law Issues
Internet and Online Investigations
Electronic Countermeasures
Legislative Strategies & Advocacy
Campus & Workplace Safety
Software Piracy
Combating Retail Theft
Legal Issues for the Private Investigator
Preparing W/C Cases for Prosecution
Evidence & Expert Testimony Best Practices
California Family Law
Litigation Report Writing
Forensic Photography
Investigating Unlicensed Activity
Techniques of Interview and Interrogation
Workers' Compensation Investigations
AOE-COE Investigations
Intro to Scientific Content Analysis
Anatomy of a Hoax
Surveillance in California
Imaging Training & Techniques
Comprehensive Background Investigations
Missing Person Investigations
Traffic Accident Techniques
Criminal Defense Investigations
Post Conviction Jury Interviews
Identity Theft and Fraud
P.I.'s and Experts in a Digital World
Digital Images as Evidence
Forensic Computer Data Recovery
Electronic Countermeasures
Current Terrorist Threats
Online Database Investigations
Work Product Privilege
Civil Investigations
Interviewing Minors
Mold Investigations
Privacy in the Workplace
Privacy Laws & the Private Investigator
Digital Photography as Evidence
Insurance Fraud Investigations
Criminal Defense Investigations
Investigating Identity Theft
COMMUNITY SERVICE
1999 to 2014 - Randall was a board member and volunteer with Kid's First of Orange County, a non-profit organization for divorcing parents and their children; hosted by the Psychology Department at Chapman University. As a board member Randall was engaged in operational issues, the digital design of Kid's First marketing materials, and as the Security Director during custody workshops.
2006 - Kid's First, Recognition Award plaque for continued volunteer service since 1999.
2009 - Kid's First, Special Recognition for safely evacuating over thirty children and adults when a divorced parent attending the co-parenting workshop was observed with a firearm.
2014 to 2023 - Randall was a parent volunteer at Sunny Hills High School, Fullerton with the Conservatory Of Fine Arts (COFA) program, Stringed Orchestra and ROP Engineering Pathways to Innovations and Change (EPIC) program. Additionally, Randall was a parent PTA volunteer at multiple K - 12 schools, dating back to 2005.
Randall engages in selective pro-bono work with veterans and active military personnel.
PRESENT & PAST MEMBERSHIP AFFILIATIONS
The American Legion
Marine Corps Association
Non Commissioned Officer's Association
Marine Corps League
Orange County Paralegal Association
Los Angeles Paralegal Association
California Alliance of Paralegal Associations
Peace Officers Research Association of California
Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society
Southern California Fraud Investigators Association
California Association of Licensed Investigators
National Council of Investigation & Security Services
MILITARY VETERAN
Since 1981, Randall is a military veteran, having honorably served two tours active duty in the United States Marine Corps with a government Final Secret Clearance. He served five years in a leadership position as a Non-Commissioned Officer. Randall was selected for the elite Yankee White, Marine Security Guard detachment in Washington, D.C. at Marine Corps Barracks 8th & I. Afterwards, he served in combat arms with the Fleet Marine Force, serving in the infantry, crew served weapon systems, NETT - New Equipment Training Team, and armored reconnaissance.
Randall consistently performed at the highest Marine Corps standards for physical fitness and marksmanship.
Honorable Discharge (x2)
Meritorious Promotion in Rank (x2)
Certificate of Merit
Certificate of Recognition
5th Marine Regiment Non-Commissioned Officer of the Quarter
Non-Commissioned Officer Leadership School
19 Military Related Schools and Courses
LAW ENFORCEMENT
In 1990, Randall was trained and employed as a Peace Officer in Southern California, where he was recognized for community service, exceptional performance and investigative work on a major narcotics arrest.
Peace Officer Standards & Training / Advanced Officer Training
POST Academy, San Diego Police Department
Firearms Excellence Award
POST - Hearsay Evidence Testimony
CHP Intoxilyzer 5000 certified
POST AOT - Crime Scene Investigation
POST AOT - Narcotics Training for Field Officers
POST AOT - Gang Awareness
POST AOT - Child Abuse & Child Pornography
POST AOT - Domestic Violence
POST AOT - Use of Force
POST AOT - Values, Principles, and Ethics
POST AOT - DNA Genetic Fingerprinting
POST AOT - Preventing Sexual Harassment