
Our licensed private investigators have a wide variety of skills and diverse backgrounds. With 25+ years of experience, we have an excellent track record of providing high quality investigation services. From start to finish, our knowledgeable, discreet, and detail oriented staff goes above and beyond to manage your expectations, remain 100% confidential and update you daily as events unfold on your case.
We rely on the best investigative technology and techniques, and comply with the industry’s leading standards for surveillance, locating, record search, and process services.
For more than 25 years, LA Undercover has provided discreet, court-ready investigations for attorneys and law firms across California. Founder Marc J. Tropeano (CA PI #188895) began his career in case management at a top Los Angeles criminal law firm, so we understand what counsel needs: timely evidence, thorough due diligence, and clear reporting that holds up in civil, criminal, family and corporate matters.
Witness Locates, Interviews & Statements — We find hard-to-reach witnesses and conduct professional interviews, with recorded or written statements ready for your file.
Sub Rosa Surveillance — Discreet surveillance with time-stamped photo and HD video to document activity, corroborate testimony, or disprove claims in injury, insurance, fraud, custody and family matters.
Skip Tracing & Locates — We locate defendants, debtors, heirs and witnesses using investigative databases, public records and field work.
Litigation Support & Evidence Collection — Scene documentation, photographs, time-stamped video, and preservation of physical evidence for hearings and trial.
Background Investigations — In-depth checks on parties, witnesses, corporate officers and experts, including criminal and civil court records, litigation history, judgments, liens, licenses and business affiliations.
Asset Searches — Real property, vehicles, business interests and other assets for settlement, enforcement, judgment collection and divorce.
Difficult Service of Process — Evasive party? We locate, stake out and serve summonses, subpoenas and other documents, with detailed proof of service.
Records Retrieval — Court filings, corporate and property records, and other public and permissible records obtained and organized for counsel.
Investigator Declarations & Testimony — Signed declarations and affidavits, and professional, factual testimony in deposition or court.
Pre-Trial & Deposition Support — Timelines, summaries and photo/video exhibits prepared to support counsel’s case strategy.
Confidential Intake & Conflict Check — We review the facts, evidentiary goals, deadlines and any conflicts before accepting the assignment.
Clear Case Plan & Estimate — You receive a focused investigative plan with estimated hours and costs before work begins.
Chain of Custody — All evidence is date- and time-stamped, securely stored and documented to support admissibility.
Regular, Confidential Updates — Progress reports throughout the assignment, delivered securely. We follow counsel’s direction on all communications and disclosures.
Final Deliverables — A comprehensive investigator report, annotated photo and video exhibits, declarations, and records ready for filing or deposition.
LA Undercover is a licensed California private investigation agency and operates strictly within federal, state and local law. We do not engage in illegal surveillance, trespass, pretexting or unauthorized access to private communications or accounts. When a matter calls for a subpoena or court order, we coordinate with counsel. All work product is prepared to meet evidentiary standards.
Costs depend on scope: surveillance hours, number of investigators, travel and records fees. Priority and same-day assignments are available with expedited reporting. We provide a clear estimate after reviewing your matter, and itemized invoices with supporting receipts on request.
Call (310) 310-4884 to speak directly with an investigator, or email marc@la-undercover.com. Tell us about your matter and we’ll recommend the most efficient way to get the evidence you need.
We are here to assist you in answering questions in the services offered in regards to your case. To begin please call, email or submit a request form below.
Serving Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, Ventura County, Sacramento County, and others upon request

Our agents are on standby 24/7 to provide you with a detailed, comprehensive strategy for all your investigative needs.
Once retained, our investigators will be thoroughly briefed on all the details related to your case.
Our highly skilled agents will handle your matter from start to finish with the utmost professionalism while remaining 100% discreet.
At the conclusion of your case and after thorough review, our team will steer you in the right direction whether it be legal or non-legal.
Tell us your story. There’s nothing we haven’t heard. Call Marc directly at (310) 310-4884.
Licensed CA PI #188895 · 25+ Years · ★★★★★ 5-Star Rated





