Business Details
24 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Legal and Corporate Investigation Services in South Bend
Since 2002, Investigative Support Unit has been a trusted provider of comprehensive investigative services for legal, corporate, and insurance defense clients. Our team of highly trained professionals, including board-certified criminal defense investigators and certified legal investigators, delivers precise, cost-effective solutions tailored to complex cases. With over two decades of experience, we combine specialized expertise in litigation support, surveillance technology, and corporate security with a commitment to ethical standards and client-centric service. Our national network ensures coverage across the Midwest, Florida, and beyond while maintaining the personalized attention of a community-based firm.We implement aggressive cost-control measures without compromising quality, offering transparent billing structures and time-keeping practices that maximize value for law firms, corporations, and private individuals. Our leadership in professional associations and extensive training credentials demonstrate our authority in the field, while our 24/7 availability and proven track record of successful case outcomes underscore our reliability and trustworthiness.
Services
Legal Investigations
Corporate Investigations
Surveillance Services
Insurance Defense
Process Service
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Board-certified criminal defense investigators with federal and state court approvals
- National network of professionals providing local service in 48 states
- Aggressive cost-control measures with transparent 6-minute billing increments
- Specialized surveillance technology including GPS and video documentation
- Decades of experience in civil litigation, corporate security, and insurance defense
Services
Legal Investigations
Our legal investigations provide critical support for civil and criminal cases, including evidence collection, witness interviews, and trial preparation. Specializing in court-approved procedures, we assist law firms with complex litigation matters ranging from family law to appellate cases. Our certified investigators combine legal expertise with field experience to deliver actionable intelligence that strengthens legal positions.
Corporate Investigations
We help corporations address internal threats through comprehensive investigations of workplace violence, intellectual property theft, and employee misconduct. Our team specializes in discreet fact-finding operations that protect business interests while maintaining regulatory compliance. Services include threat assessment, fraud detection, and resolution of labor disputes through objective evidence gathering.
Surveillance Services
Our surveillance operations utilize advanced video technology and GPS tracking to document activities for legal proceedings. Specializing in workers' compensation cases, child custody disputes, and insurance fraud investigations, we employ tailored strategies that maximize evidentiary value. All surveillance activities comply with state-specific legal requirements while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols.
Insurance Defense
We provide specialized investigative support for insurance carriers handling subrogation claims, fraud investigations, and liability assessments. Our team conducts thorough fact-finding missions that include accident reconstruction, witness statements, and documentation analysis. With expertise in property, life, and workers' compensation claims, we help insurers make informed decisions while preparing defensible case materials.
Process Service
Our process service ensures timely and legally compliant delivery of court documents through licensed personnel. Offering standard and expedited service options, we handle civil process, personal protection orders, and specialized legal document requirements. All deliveries include detailed proof-of-service documentation with jurisdiction-specific compliance verification.
People
George Gergis
Certified Legal Investigator
With 20+ years of experience, George Gergis leads complex investigations as a certified legal investigator. He holds multiple specialized credentials including criminal defense certification and forensic interviewing expertise. His background includes court appointments in federal and state cases.
Michael Jenkins
Legal Investigator
Former law enforcement commander with 29 years of investigative experience, Michael Jenkins specializes in traffic crash analysis and criminal case support. He brings expertise in accident reconstruction and certified interviewing techniques to the team.
Questions
What types of legal investigations do you handle?
We support civil and criminal cases including family law, appellate matters, personal injury claims, and federal criminal defense investigations with court-approved procedures.
Do you offer nationwide investigation services?
Yes, through our exclusive network of professionals we provide national coverage while maintaining local service quality in the Midwest and Florida.
What surveillance technology do you use?
Our surveillance team employs advanced video documentation systems, GPS tracking, and digital evidence management tools to ensure comprehensive case support.
Are your investigators licensed and certified?
All investigators hold state licenses and many maintain specialized certifications including board-certified criminal defense, forensic interviewing, and accident reconstruction credentials.
Do you provide emergency investigation services?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency response for urgent investigation needs with immediate resource deployment capabilities.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible billing structures including hourly rates, flat fees for specific services, and customized plans for ongoing investigation requirements.
