Divorce Investigation Services

Uncover hidden assets, document misconduct, and gather court-ready evidence for custody, support, and settlement negotiations. Our licensed investigators work strictly within Canadian law.

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Professional Divorce Investigation Services That Protect Your Case

Professional Divorce Investigation Services That Protect Your Case

Divorce isn't just a personal separation — it's a legal battle that determines your financial security, custody rights, and long-term stability. When your spouse is hiding assets, misrepresenting income, engaging in misconduct, or attempting to manipulate custody outcomes, you need evidence that holds up in court. And you need it gathered legally.

In Canada, attempting to collect proof on your own can violate privacy laws and jeopardize your entire case. Our licensed divorce investigators work strictly within Canadian legal guidelines to obtain reliable, court-ready evidence while protecting your credibility and legal standing.

With a team made up of former police officers, military personnel, and technical surveillance specialists, Discreet Investigations brings unmatched experience to high-conflict divorce matters.

What Our Divorce Investigation Services Can Help You Prove

What Our Divorce Investigation Services Can Help You Prove

Family courts rely on specific evidence to make decisions about assets, custody, and support. Our investigations are built around the exact questions judges ask:

  • Hidden Asset Investigation: Discover concealed bank accounts, income, property, or financial transfers.
  • Parental Fitness Documentation: Evidence of neglect, substance abuse, unsafe behavior, or unfit living conditions.
  • Misconduct or Lifestyle Evidence: Patterns of behavior that may influence custody, support, or settlement outcomes.
  • Undeclared Income: Verification of cash work, side businesses, or concealed earnings.
  • Digital & Social Media Investigations: Hidden relationships, online activities, or behavioural patterns.
  • Background Checks: Validate the history and credibility of individuals involved with your children.
  • 24/7 Divorce Surveillance: Track movements, routines, and activities relevant to custody or financial claims.

Every action we take is lawful, discreet, and designed to withstand scrutiny in family court.

How Our Divorce Investigations Work

We follow a structured, legally compliant process built specifically for high-stakes family law cases.

  1. Confidential intakeA private call to understand your situation, the evidence you need, and the realistic timeline before anything begins.
  2. Case strategyWe scope the investigation plan, define what evidence matters for your goals, and set clear expectations before any work begins.
  3. Evidence gatheringLicensed investigators conduct discreet surveillance, financial checks, digital investigations and background work — strictly within Canadian law — with timestamped photo, video and GPS logs.
  4. Court-ready reportYou receive a clean, lawyer-ready report with a full evidence package and findings summary you can hand directly to your attorney or mediator.
How Our Divorce Investigations Work

Why You Should Never Try to Gather Divorce Evidence Yourself

Many people try to record conversations, track locations, or access personal accounts — but in Canada, this can violate privacy laws and completely destroy your case. Judges frequently throw out evidence collected illegally, no matter how revealing it may be.

A licensed divorce investigator understands what is admissible, what is not, and how to collect proof without crossing legal boundaries. The evidence we gather is designed to survive court scrutiny and serve your legal strategy.

Types of Evidence We Commonly Provide

Types of Evidence We Commonly Provide

Our investigations focus on the evidence that family courts rely on most:

  • Video & Photo Documentation: Legally obtained surveillance capturing behaviour and routines.
  • Financial Indicators: Leads pointing to undisclosed income sources or hidden spending.
  • Digital Findings: Public online activity, associations, and behavioural clues.
  • Lifestyle Patterns: Movements, risk behaviours, and patterns relevant to custody and support.
  • Relationship Verification: Activity with third parties that may affect custody or settlement discussions.
  • Background Reports: History checks on partners, caregivers, or individuals around your children.
Why Families and Lawyers Trust Discreet Investigations

Why Families and Lawyers Trust Discreet Investigations

Legally Compliant, Court-Ready Evidence. Everything we collect follows Canadian privacy laws and is designed for courtroom use.

Elite Backgrounds. Our investigators include former police officers, military personnel, and advanced technical surveillance specialists.

High-Sensitivity Case Experience. We work daily on complex divorce, custody, and financial-dispute cases where the stakes are immense.

Unmatched Discretion. Your privacy and reputation are protected at every step. No unnecessary exposure. No risks.

Clear, Strategic Communication. We coordinate with your lawyer, help shape the evidence strategy, and keep you informed throughout.

You Get More Than Evidence — You Get Control. Divorce can feel overwhelming. Our job is to return clarity, proof, and the ability to make informed decisions about your future.

Divorce Investigation Services FAQs

How long does a typical divorce investigation take?
Most investigations run 1–3 weeks, depending on scope. Asset investigations may take longer; infidelity and misconduct cases often resolve in a single surveillance period. We'll give you an honest timeline at the consultation — and we stop the moment you have what you need.

Is it legal to hire a private investigator for divorce evidence?
Yes. In Ontario, licensed private investigators are legally permitted to conduct surveillance in public spaces, document observable behaviour, and report their findings to the client. What's illegal — and what we never do — is trespassing on private property, recording private conversations without consent, or accessing accounts you don't have authorization to access.

Can the evidence be used in court?
When it's collected by a licensed PI following provincial law, yes. Our investigators are licensed under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act, use court-admissible equipment, and produce signed reports with timestamped video and photo evidence that has held up in Ontario family courts.

Will my spouse find out I hired an investigator?
No. Discretion is the core of what we do. Our investigators use unmarked vehicles, civilian clothing, and counter-surveillance training to remain undetected. All client communication is confidential, and reports are delivered through secure channels.

How does a private investigator find hidden assets in a divorce?
Investigators combine public-record research (corporate registries, land titles, PPSR, court filings) with surveillance, lifestyle analysis, and digital footprint review to surface assets your spouse hasn't disclosed. We document leads — undisclosed properties, shell companies, business interests, vehicles, side income — that your lawyer can then subpoena or compel through formal disclosure.

What kinds of undeclared income can you uncover?
Cash businesses, side gigs, rental income, undisclosed employment, gig-economy earnings, cryptocurrency activity, and offshore accounts. We can document the existence and pattern of the income through surveillance and open-source research, giving your lawyer a basis to demand financial production and challenge a sworn financial statement.

When in the divorce process should I hire a private investigator?
Earlier is better. The strongest evidence is collected before your spouse is alerted to litigation, while routines are normal and assets are still where they are. That said, we're regularly retained mid-litigation when financial disclosure looks incomplete or a new issue surfaces — it's never too late to investigate.

What is cohabitation surveillance and why does it matter?
Cohabitation surveillance documents whether your ex is living with a new partner — overnight stays, shared residence, joint household activity. It matters because cohabitation can terminate or reduce spousal support obligations under most Ontario separation agreements and the Family Law Act. A documented pattern is often all your lawyer needs.

Can investigation findings be used during mediation, not just litigation?
Yes. In fact, many cases settle in mediation precisely because one side has an evidence package the other side doesn't want disclosed in court. A documented report strengthens negotiating position, accelerates settlement, and frequently avoids a trial entirely. Your mediator never needs to see the report — your lawyer just needs to know it exists.

Should I tell my lawyer I'm using a private investigator?
Yes — ideally before retaining one. When the investigator is engaged at your lawyer's direction, the resulting work is typically covered by litigation privilege, which protects it from disclosure. We coordinate with counsel routinely and structure the engagement so your lawyer can use the evidence strategically.

Can a PI investigate my spouse's new partner?
Yes. Background checks and surveillance on a new partner are standard in custody and support disputes, especially when the partner has access to your children or appears to be sharing assets with your spouse. We document criminal records, financial circumstances, and interactions relevant to the case.
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