Roberts Investigative Services, Inc.

Witness Location & Vetting

Q: What if the witness is hostile?

We specialize in locating evasive or hostile witnesses to facilitate service of process. Furthermore, our background investigation can reveal leverage points or motivations that may explain their hostility.

$500.00

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Witness Location & Background Vetting

Locate the Witness. Uncover the Credibility.

Finding a witness is only half the battle. To win your case, you must know who they are before they raise their right hand. We provide the location data you need to serve them, and the background intelligence you need to depose them effectively.

Please Note: Initial Retainer

This $500 fee serves as an initial retainer to begin the preliminary Case Review, Analysis, and Strategy Development.

Due to the unique nature of investigative work, cases with significant complexity may require additional funding. All services and fees beyond this initial retainer will be discussed with you and require your authorization before proceeding.

Step 1: Locating the Witness

We utilize proprietary databases and "boots-on-the-ground" skip tracing to find individuals who are difficult to locate or evading service.

Skip Tracing: We track real-time address history, utility usage, and digital footprints to locate witnesses who have moved or gone "off the grid".
Nationwide Reach: Whether they are in a local Florida county or have fled across state lines, our reach allows us to pinpoint their location for service of process.
Hard-to-Serve Subjects: We specialize in locating evasive witnesses who are actively avoiding subpoenas, providing you with the actionable location data needed to compel their appearance.

Step 2: Pre-Deposition Background Investigations

Never ask a question you don't know the answer to. We vet witnesses prior to their statement or deposition to give you the leverage you need for impeachment or validation.

Criminal History & Moral Turpitude: We uncover past convictions, arrests, or charges that speak to a witness's character for truthfulness, providing you with critical impeachment material.
Bias & Conflict Checks: We identify hidden relationships, financial ties to opposing parties, or social media connections that reveal a witness's bias or motive to lie.
Prior Inconsistent Statements: We research past litigation history to find if the witness has testified in previous cases, allowing you to identify contradictions in their current story.
Credibility Assessment: We provide a comprehensive profile that helps you decide whether to put this witness on the stand - or how to cross-examine them if the opposition does.

"The background report Roberts Investigative provided before the deposition was a game-changer. We found a past fraud conviction the witness hadn't disclosed, which completely destroyed their credibility on the stand."
— Trial Attorney, Florida

Your Questions Answered

Why do I need a background check on a witness?

Knowledge is power. If a witness has a history of dishonesty, criminal behavior, or bias, knowing this before the deposition allows you to craft questions that expose these flaws on the record. It prevents you from being blindsided by their testimony.

Can you find someone if I only have a name?

Often, yes. By combining a name with other partial details—like a former workplace, a nickname, or a known associate—we can cross-reference our proprietary databases to positively identify and locate the correct individual.

What if the witness is hostile?

Hostile witnesses are difficult to handle. We can locate them discreetly to facilitate service of a subpoena. Furthermore, our background investigation can reveal leverage points or motivations that may explain their hostility.

Prepare Your Case

Don't walk into a deposition blind. Contact us today to locate your witness and get the full story on their background.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult with an attorney for advice regarding your specific situation.

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