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Trusted Private Investigators in Los Angeles
Special Agent Group is a premier private investigation firm specializing in financial fraud, litigation support, and risk assessment. Our team comprises former federal, state, and local law enforcement agents with decades of combined experience in criminal investigations, forensic accounting, and executive protection. We collaborate closely with legal counsel to develop tailored litigation strategies and deliver actionable intelligence for individuals, businesses, and corporations. Operating primarily in Southern California, we leverage a nationwide network of former agents to provide rapid response services across the United States.Our multilingual staff (English, Spanish, Hebrew, Russian) ensures effective communication and culturally informed investigations. Clients receive a free consultation to outline objectives, discuss methodologies, and establish clear deliverables before any engagement begins. Our professionals hold certifications including Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Fraud Specialist (CFS), and Federal Law Enforcement Training Center instruction credentials. We maintain strict confidentiality, offer 24/7 emergency services, and deliver comprehensive written reports with supporting exhibits for all investigations.
Services
Background Checks
Litigation Support
Fraud Investigation
Forensics
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
Embezzlement
Criminal Investigations
Employee Terminations
Risk Assessment
Executive Protection
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent investigations
- Our team consists of former federal, state, and local law enforcement agents
- We provide services in English, Spanish, Hebrew, and Russian
- Free consultation to outline solutions before any service begins
- Specialized expertise in financial fraud and litigation support
Associations and certifications
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- Certified Fraud Specialist
- Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association
- Association of Former Special Agents of the IRS Criminal Investigations Division
- California Police Chiefs Association
- International Association of Chiefs of Police
- Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
- California Licensed Private Investigator
Services
Fraud Investigation
Our fraud investigation specialists detect and document financial misconduct through forensic audits, transaction tracing, and witness interviews. We assist corporations in recovering losses from embezzlement, phantom employees, and bookkeeping fraud. Our experts prepare court-ready reports and provide expert testimony in federal district courts.
Litigation Support
We support attorneys with witness location, evidence collection, and expert testimony preparation. Our services include subpoena service, interview documentation, and forensic analysis of financial records. Former law enforcement agents provide strategic insights for building strong legal cases in civil and criminal matters.
Background Checks
Comprehensive background investigations include criminal history, financial records, and professional credentials verification. Our 20-page reports detail real estate holdings, litigation history, and personal associations with supporting exhibits. Services support pre-employment screening and ongoing employee monitoring for corporate security.
Executive Protection
Custom security solutions for high-profile individuals and corporate executives include threat assessment, travel security, and event protection. Our team develops emergency protocols and coordinates with local law enforcement. Services extend to corporate facility security assessments and personnel safety programs.
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
We help financial institutions meet regulatory requirements through transaction monitoring and suspicious activity reporting. Our experts prepare currency transaction reports and develop compliance programs aligned with federal regulations. Former IRS agents provide specialized knowledge of banking and casino industry compliance standards.
People
Robert B. Warren
Managing Director
25-year IRS Criminal Investigation veteran with expertise in fraud detection and forensic accounting. Certified Fraud Examiner and Fraud Specialist with experience leading complex financial investigations for Kroll Associates and federal agencies.
Samuel Israel Gorodistian
Chief of Executive Protection
Former Israeli Secret Service agent with 15+ years in private security. Developed security protocols for diplomatic missions and corporate clients. Holds BA in Finance and Investment from Baruch Business School and security certifications.
Emilio J. Perez
Chief Law Enforcement Officer
30-year law enforcement veteran and former police chief with expertise in cross-border investigations. Specializes in executive protection, Mexican government liaison work, and corporate security assessments. Master's in Public Administration from USC.
Rich Malone
Chief Compliance Officer
Certified Fraud Specialist and former IRS Supervisory Special Agent with 25+ years in financial investigations. Recovered $100M+ in fraud cases and developed anti-money laundering standards for major casinos and financial institutions.
Gary Hoffman
Investigator
25-year private investigator with expertise in civil and criminal background research. Former senior investigator at Kroll Inc. with specialization in asset tracing, litigation support, and comprehensive reporting with evidentiary exhibits.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in financial fraud, embezzlement, litigation support, background checks, and executive protection. Our team handles both corporate investigations and individual cases requiring law enforcement expertise.
Are your investigators licensed?
All our investigators hold active California Private Investigator licenses and maintain professional certifications including Certified Fraud Examiner and Certified Fraud Specialist designations.
Do you work with law firms?
Yes, we collaborate with attorneys on witness preparation, evidence collection, and expert testimony. Our former law enforcement professionals provide strategic litigation support and court-ready documentation.
Can you assist with international investigations?
Our network of former agents enables nationwide and international investigations. We have particular expertise in cross-border cases involving Mexico and diplomatic security coordination.
What is your response time for emergencies?
We provide 24/7 emergency services with rapid deployment capabilities. Our team can mobilize within hours for urgent investigations or security situations.
How do you ensure confidentiality?
We maintain strict client confidentiality through secure communication channels and limited case team access. All staff members adhere to professional privacy standards and non-disclosure agreements.
