Business Details
47 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Private Investigators and Process Servers in New Jersey Since 1979
Since 1979, J & K Investigative Services has established itself as a trusted leader in private investigation and process serving across New Jersey and nationwide. Our decades of experience, combined with active memberships in prestigious organizations like NAPPS, NJPPSA, and NALI, ensure we maintain industry-leading expertise in legislative compliance and investigative techniques. We prioritize meticulous planning and preparation to deliver reliable results, leveraging a network of local and national resources to address complex cases.Our commitment to transparency, evidenced by flat-rate pricing and 24/7 availability, has earned us a reputation for integrity and client-centric service. With a proven track record in serving evasive individuals and conducting thorough background checks, we provide actionable intelligence tailored to legal, corporate, and personal needs while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Services
Process Service
Private Investigations
Skip Tracing
Asset Checks
Electronic Sweeps
Criminal Records
Pre-Employment Checks
Matrimonial Infidelity
Real Property Search
Professional License Verification
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of investigative experience in New Jersey and nationwide
- Certified process servers with NAPPS and NJPPSA affiliations
- 24/7 availability for urgent service requirements
- Flat-rate pricing with no hidden mileage charges
- Specialized in serving evasive individuals and complex legal documents
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Professional Process Servers (NAPPS)
- New Jersey Professional Process Servers Association (NJPPSA)
- New Jersey Licensed Private Investigators Association (NJLPIA)
- National Association of Legal Investigators (NALI)
- National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS)
- Investigators of America (IOA)
- New York State Professional Process Servers Association (NYSPPSA)
- Somerset County Business Partnership (SCBP)
What people say
Professional and prompt service
Extremely helpful and compassionate
Flawless execution of tasks
Cost-effective solutions
24/7 availability and responsiveness
Services
Process Service
Our certified process servers deliver legal documents with precision and compliance. We guarantee proper service execution, providing affidavits of service or due diligence within 24-48 hours. Specializing in serving evasive individuals across New Jersey and nationwide, our team ensures court-admissible documentation while maintaining strict confidentiality and adherence to jurisdictional requirements.
Private Investigations
We conduct comprehensive investigations for legal, corporate, and personal matters. Our licensed investigators utilize advanced techniques for asset checks, criminal records verification, and professional license validation. With nationwide affiliations and 40 years of experience, we deliver detailed reports on matrimonial infidelity, pre-employment screenings, and complex civil cases while maintaining strict client confidentiality.
Skip Tracing
Our skip tracing experts locate individuals using DMV searches, SSN master death index checks, and electronic sweeps. We combine proprietary databases with field investigations to update addresses for service of process or debt collection. This service includes detailed reporting and court-ready documentation for legal proceedings.
Asset Checks
We perform thorough asset verifications including bank account checks, real property searches, and bankruptcy record reviews. Our investigators use DMV and SSN verification tools to trace financial holdings for legal cases or business decisions. All findings are presented in detailed reports with source documentation for evidentiary purposes.
Electronic Sweeps
Our technical experts conduct electronic sweeps for surveillance detection and data recovery. This service includes phone record analysis, computer forensic examinations, and communication pattern tracing. We provide expert testimony and digital evidence presentation for court proceedings, maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols throughout the investigation process.
People
Jim Swickle
President
With 40+ years in private investigation, Jim specializes in complex legal document service and evasive individual tracking. He pioneered the company's 24/7 service model and maintains active roles in NJPPSA and NALI.
Karen Swickle
Operations Director
Managing daily operations since 1979, Karen oversees case coordination and client relations. Her expertise in affidavit preparation and compliance ensures 100% court-admissible documentation.
Questions
What services does J & K Investigative Services offer?
We provide certified process serving, private investigations, skip tracing, asset checks, electronic sweeps, and various background checks including criminal records and professional license verification.
Are your process servers certified?
Yes, our servers are certified through NJPPSA with affiliations in NAPPS, ensuring compliance with state and federal service requirements.
Do you offer emergency services?
We provide 24/7 emergency services with rush options available for urgent legal document delivery and investigations.
What areas do you serve?
We serve all New Jersey municipalities and offer nationwide investigations through our affiliate network, including major cities like Newark, Jersey City, and Atlantic City.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit card payments through PayPal, checks by mail, and cash payments for our investigative and process serving services.
How quickly can you complete service of process?
Standard service completes within 48 hours, with rush options available for 24-hour delivery. Eviction notices and urgent legal documents receive priority handling.
Reviews (2)
Rich Kopf
Nov 06, 2019
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Jim & J&K Investigative Services are a valuable asset when it comes to obtaining information that is otherwise hard to find. They listen well, offer advice that is on point and deliver services in a very timely fashion. I highly recommend.
Holly Korteling
Aug 14, 2019
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Hired JK Investigative Inc. They were flawless. Did everything expected fast and efficient. Would recomment their services 100%.
