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Trusted Private Investigative Services in Chicago
VTS Investigations has been delivering investigative, security, and process serving services in the Chicago metropolitan area since 1980. As a fully licensed and insured private detective agency, we combine law enforcement expertise with cutting-edge technology to provide accurate, discreet investigations. Our team specializes in civil and criminal litigation support, asset searches, background checks, and forensic auditing for legal, insurance, and corporate clients. With over four decades of experience, we maintain a proven track record of resolving complex cases through meticulous evidence collection and documented reporting. Our investigators hold memberships in prestigious industry associations, including the National Association of Legal Investigators and the World Association of Detectives.We serve as a trusted partner for law firms, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies requiring specialized intelligence solutions. Our proprietary process database ensures real-time documentation of legal service completions, while our national/international network enables cross-border investigations. From executive protection to workplace violence assessments, we tailor our services to meet evolving client needs while maintaining strict confidentiality. Our staff includes former law enforcement officers, certified fraud examiners, and forensic specialists with deep knowledge of Chicago's court systems. This combination of experience, technology, and industry connections has established us as one of the region's premier investigative firms.
Services
Background Checks
Surveillance
Asset Searches
Forensic Auditing
Process Service
Criminal Investigations
Security Consultation
Skiptracing
Computer Forensics
Trial Preparation
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of investigative experience in Chicago's legal community
- Our team includes former law enforcement officers and certified fraud examiners
- We maintain real-time process service documentation through proprietary database systems
- We hold active memberships in five major investigative industry associations
- Our investigators have handled multi-million dollar cases for Fortune 500 clients
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Legal Investigators
- Special Agents Association
- World Association of Detectives
- National Association of Professional Process Servers
- International Intelligence Network
Services
Background Checks
Our comprehensive background checks verify personal history, criminal records, and professional credentials using court databases and law enforcement contacts. We serve law firms, HR departments, and insurance companies needing accurate pre-employment or due diligence screening. Our investigators document findings through detailed reports admissible in legal proceedings.
Surveillance
We conduct discreet surveillance operations using advanced technology for personal injury claims, workers' compensation cases, and corporate investigations. Our team captures video and photographic evidence while maintaining legal compliance. Services include stakeouts, vehicle tracking, and digital monitoring for civil and criminal matters.
Process Service
Our certified process servers deliver legal documents across Chicago's collar counties with 100% documentation through real-time database updates. We handle summons, subpoenas, and court orders while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols. Clients receive immediate affidavits of service via our secure digital system.
Computer Forensics
We recover and analyze digital evidence from computers, phones, and storage devices for litigation and fraud investigations. Our specialists use forensic software to retrieve deleted files, track digital footprints, and preserve evidence for court presentation. Services include e-discovery and electronic data recovery.
Security Consultation
Our security experts evaluate physical and digital vulnerabilities for corporations, law firms, and private clients. We develop customized protection plans against fraud, workplace violence, and cyber threats. Services include facility assessments, executive protection strategies, and anti-surveillance sweeps.
People
Bill Vincent
Agency Owner & Director of Investigations
Former police officer with Illinois Police Training Institute certification. Licensed private detective with 30+ years of experience handling litigation support, fraud investigations, and asset location. Leads high-profile cases for major law firms.
Heidi Berna
Office Manager
Former litigation law firm professional with criminal justice degree. Manages process service database and coordinates legal document delivery. Specializes in Illinois court procedures and affidavit generation.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We handle civil and criminal investigations including fraud, personal injury, workers' compensation, and corporate security matters for legal, insurance, and government clients.
Are your investigators licensed?
Yes, all our investigators hold active Illinois private detective licenses and maintain memberships in multiple national investigative associations.
Do you serve documents outside Chicago?
We provide process service throughout Chicago's collar counties including Cook, DuPage, Kane, and Will Counties with documented delivery confirmation.
Can you assist with international investigations?
Our global network enables cross-border investigations through trusted international contacts while maintaining local legal compliance.
What technology do you use?
We employ digital forensics tools, GPS tracking, encrypted communication systems, and real-time database management for evidence documentation and case tracking.
How quickly can you respond to emergencies?
We prioritize urgent cases and typically deploy investigators within one hour of initial contact for time-sensitive assignments.
