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Professional Private Investigation Services in Dublin, Ohio
Powers Investigations has been dedicated to uncovering the truth for over 30 years, serving clients across the United States and internationally. Founded by Mike Powers after an 18-year career in law enforcement, our firm combines decades of investigative expertise with a commitment to discretion and professionalism. Our team includes seasoned investigators with backgrounds in police work, drug task forces, and organized crime units, ensuring we deliver reliable evidence for divorce, child custody, workers' compensation fraud, and background checks.

We prioritize client needs, offering personalized service that withstands legal scrutiny while maintaining strict confidentiality. With a legacy built on integrity and results, we empower individuals and businesses to make informed decisions based on verified information.
Services
Divorce Investigations Infidelity Surveillance Child Custody Cases Workers Compensation Fraud Background Checks Cohabitation Verification
Details
  • Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
  • Over 30 years of investigative experience with law enforcement backgrounds
  • Family-owned business combining legacy expertise with modern techniques
  • Discreet evidence collection that withstands courtroom scrutiny
  • Specialized in high-stakes divorce, custody, and fraud investigations
  • Proven track record with thousands of successfully resolved cases
What people say
Fantastic service Professional and friendly Saved my case Treated with dignity Provided friendship
Services
Divorce Investigations
Our divorce investigations provide critical evidence for legal proceedings through discreet surveillance and documentation. With specialized expertise in infidelity cases, we employ advanced tracking methods to verify suspicions or provide conclusive proof. Our investigators maintain strict confidentiality while gathering admissible evidence that has successfully withstood cross-examination in court. This service helps clients make informed decisions during divorce proceedings by uncovering factual information about their spouse's activities.
Child Custody Cases
We conduct thorough child custody investigations to protect parental rights and ensure children's well-being. Our team documents parental behavior, living conditions, and potential risks through surveillance and evidence collection. We specialize in verifying substance abuse claims, inappropriate relationships, and other factors affecting custody decisions. Our detailed reports and photographic evidence help courts make informed residential placement determinations while maintaining strict ethical standards throughout the investigative process.
Workers Compensation Fraud
Our workers' compensation fraud investigations help employers verify legitimate claims through comprehensive surveillance and background checks. Using specialized PowersWork methodology, we document employee activities to determine claim validity. This service includes activity checks, medical record verification, and evidence collection that has recovered significant funds for businesses. Our investigators maintain professional standards while uncovering fraudulent claims that cost businesses billions annually.
Background Checks
We provide comprehensive background checks for personal and business needs, including criminal history verification, employment confirmation, and relationship due diligence. Our investigations cover vital statistics, driving records, and past legal issues to help clients make informed decisions. This service benefits individuals starting new relationships, businesses vetting partners, and homeowners screening contractors through legally compliant information gathering techniques.
Cohabitation Verification
Our cohabitation investigations document shared living arrangements to support spousal support modifications. We track property presence, expense sharing, and sustained duration through surveillance and evidence collection. This service helps clients prove when an ex-spouse's new relationship affects financial obligations, providing documented proof of shared resources and living patterns that meet legal requirements for modifying support agreements.
People
Mike Powers
Founder
With 18 years in law enforcement including undercover narcotics work and drug task force leadership, Mike established Powers Investigations in 1990. His extensive experience in organized crime investigations and police chief roles provides strategic leadership for complex cases.
Steve Powers
Owner
Following family tradition, Steve joined the business after developing investigative skills through formal training and field experience. He specializes in modern surveillance techniques while maintaining the company's commitment to discretion and legal compliance.
Sam Powers
Co-Founder
A 35-year law enforcement veteran, Sam served as Lieutenant overseeing organized crime units and held chief positions in multiple jurisdictions. His legal expertise and investigative experience formed the foundation for the company's professional standards.
Stephanie Fike
Lead Investigator
As lead investigator, Stephanie applies her specialized training in surveillance operations and evidence collection. She manages complex cases with attention to detail while ensuring all investigations meet legal requirements for admissibility in court proceedings.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in divorce/infidelity investigations, child custody disputes, workers' compensation fraud, background checks, and cohabitation verification cases.
Are your investigators licensed?
Yes, all our investigators hold proper licensing and have extensive law enforcement backgrounds with decades of combined experience.
How is evidence collected?
We use discreet surveillance, GPS tracking, photographic documentation, and legally compliant information gathering methods that produce court-admissible evidence.
Do you work outside Ohio?
While based in Dublin, Ohio, we handle cases nationwide and internationally, including previous investigations in France and Germany.
How long do investigations take?
Duration varies by case complexity, but we prioritize timely results while maintaining thorough documentation and legal compliance.
Can you guarantee results?
We guarantee professional, ethical investigations following all legal guidelines, though specific outcomes depend on case circumstances and evidence discovered.
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Reviews (3)
Adam Caouette
Jun 10, 2021 Report
Powers Investigations knows how to get results! Easy to work with and experts in their field, they helped us obtain the evidence we needed to win our case. They went over and above to help us and provided a professional and well-spoken witness at court. Highly recommended.
Neema & Apos S. Yogavtar
Oct 14, 2017 Report
May the amazing and caring Steve Powers prosper and thrive!!! I will update this review later. But Steve and his team are your family when you are in dire straits. Compassionate and truly caring.
Michael B.
Oct 28, 2016 Report
I discovered a GPS tracker on my vehicle on October 3rd 2016. The tracker was taken to Reynoldsburg PD and a report was filed and the tracker was placed into evidence. On October 4th Mike Powers contacted RPD and informed them that they had his GPS. For some reason RPD property allowed one of his employees to come and retrieve it while the investigation was still active. The person who hired powers has no ownership or authority track my vehicle. I also have proof that someone from Powers Investigations trespassed on my property. They came into my fenced off carport and retrieved articles