Child Custody and Family Matter Investigations
CONFIDENTIAL FAMILY-CASE INTELLIGENCE – NATIONWIDE
Child Custody & Family Law Investigations
CyberDNA, digital-footprint, social-media, background and public-record research for parents, attorneys and family-law matters.
AN IMPORTANT CHANGE IN HOW WE WORK THESE CASES
We Have Pivoted From Traditional Surveillance to Digital Footprint & CyberDNA Analysis
We do not currently offer traditional surveillance. Our child-custody and family-matter investigations now focus on CyberDNA analysis, digital-footprint research, social-media investigations, background checks, public records and online-presence assessments. This approach may develop relevant information faster and at a lower cost than weeks of conventional surveillance, helping parents and attorneys focus on verifiable facts.
FACTS THAT SUPPORT INFORMED DECISIONS
Professional Investigative Support for Parents and Family-Law Attorneys
When a child’s safety, well-being and best interests are involved, accurate information matters. South Dakota Professional Services LLC provides child-custody, family-law, divorce and background investigations in South Dakota, Iowa and selected nationwide digital matters.
Whether the case involves custody, visitation, a modification proceeding, a household member, online behavior or financial concerns, our role is to lawfully gather and organize available facts that may assist the client and attorney.
An investigation does not determine custody or replace legal advice. Courts decide what evidence is admissible and what arrangements serve a child’s best interests.
CHILD CUSTODY INVESTIGATION SERVICES
What a Family Matter Investigation May Include
BACKGROUND CHECKS IN CUSTODY CASES
Background Checks for New Boyfriends, Girlfriends & Household Members
A common concern in custody disputes involves a new boyfriend, girlfriend or other adult who may have regular access to a child. A lawful background investigation may help clarify identity, history and available records.
Depending on the authorized scope, research may include available criminal and court records, civil litigation, protection orders, identity information, address history and relevant public social-media activity. A new relationship alone is not evidence of danger; the purpose is to develop accurate information for the parent and attorney to evaluate.
SOCIAL MEDIA & ONLINE ACTIVITY
Document Lawfully Available Digital Information
Public online content can provide context that is not always visible in traditional records. Relevant information must be authenticated, evaluated in context and reviewed with counsel before it is used in a legal proceeding.
Threatening Communications
Online Harassment
Dangerous Behavior
Possible Criminal Conduct
Risk-Related Public Posts
Relevant Online Relationships
Public Lifestyle Indicators
DIVORCE & FAMILY LAW MATTERS
Investigative Support Beyond Child Custody
Lawful fact gathering and background research for disputed divorce matters.
Research facts relevant to parenting arrangements, visitation and alleged noncompliance.
Develop current information that may be relevant to a requested custody or support modification.
Review available business, property, employment and financial indicators for appropriate matters.
Organize investigative findings for review by the client and qualified family-law counsel.
Work within an authorized scope set by counsel and communicate findings clearly.
A CONFIDENTIAL, STRUCTURED PROCESS
How a Child Custody Investigation Works
Eric Hurlburt
Owner & Principal Investigator
FAMILY-LAW & DIGITAL INVESTIGATION EXPERIENCE
LAWFUL RESEARCH AND CHILD PRIVACY
No Hacking, Spyware or Unauthorized Account Access
We do not obtain passwords, break into private accounts, install spyware, intercept communications, secretly access devices or illegally track people. Research is limited to lawful public sources, properly authorized information and permitted investigative methods. Sensitive information about children is handled carefully and is not published or disclosed outside the authorized case.
SERVICE AREA
South Dakota, Iowa & Nationwide Digital Cases
Child-custody and family-matter services are available in South Dakota and Iowa. Digital-footprint, CyberDNA and online research may also be provided nationwide for appropriate parents, attorneys and legal matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you still provide traditional surveillance?
No. The firm has pivoted to digital-footprint analysis, CyberDNA analysis, social-media investigations, background checks, public records and online-presence assessments.
Can digital analysis save time and money?
It may. Digital research can sometimes develop relevant findings without prolonged field surveillance. Actual time, cost and results depend on the facts, identifiers and available information.
Do you work with family-law attorneys?
Yes. We can work within an attorney-directed scope, communicate findings and organize information for counsel’s review.
Can you access private accounts or a person’s phone?
No. We do not hack accounts, obtain passwords, install spyware, intercept communications or access devices without legal authorization.
Can you guarantee that findings will change custody?
No. Investigative findings, court admissibility and legal outcomes cannot be guaranteed. Courts make custody decisions, and clients should seek advice from qualified family-law counsel.
Can digital family-case research be conducted nationwide?
Yes. CyberDNA, digital-footprint, social-media and online research may be conducted nationwide for appropriate, verified family-law matters.
CONFIDENTIAL CASE CONSULTATION
Discuss Your Child Custody or Family Matter
Tell us the type of proceeding, upcoming deadlines, known concerns and whether you are currently represented by an attorney.