Private Individuals

MSA Investigations is a licensed Private Investigator headquartered in New York City that provides the majority of our investigative services to clients within New York City and tri-state area of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. MSA Investigations also provides investigative services throughout the entire United States and currently maintains a Private Investigator's license in 20 different states and the District of Columbia.

These states include New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Colorado, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. In states where we are not licensed, we have identified and vetted quality investigative firms that we will partner with to conduct investigations.

What makes MSA Investigations different?

First of all, we listen. We listen to you needs and concerns and together with you we determine the most appropriate and effective investigative plan that fits your budget and expectations. Our experienced investigative teams will then executive the plan in a professional, ethical and cost effective manner to get you the information that you need.

Second, we are a professional firm with years of investigative experience. All of our investigators are extensively trained and have decades of practical law enforcement and private sector experience in conducting investigations. All investigations are conducted using well-established, tried and true and legal investigative techniques that routinely deliver positive results. MSA Investigations invests in and utilizes some of the most expensive and technologically advanced investigative tools to assist us in our investigations.

Third, we believe in customer service and personal attention. Each investigation is directly managed and supervised by our Vice President of Investigations, Joe Cordes. We will frequently update you on the status of your investigation and provide timely progress reports. At the conclusion of your investigation, we will provide you with a final detailed written report of our findings. We will also make available to you any supporting documents or other evidence you desire including but not limited to photographs, surveillance video and other physical evidence.

Finally, we firmly believe that an open line of communications between you and our team at MSA Investigations is essential. All of our clients are provided with direct email addresses, cell phone numbers and office phone numbers for our Vice President of Investigations, Joe Cordes. We urge you to call with any question or concern that you might have with your investigation.

Please see our list of investigative services below. Even If you do not find what you are looking for, please contact us for a consultation and we will determine if we can help you. If we cannot provide the investigative services you require, we will be happy to help you locate another company more suited to your needs.

General Investigations for Private Individuals

MSA Investigations provides quality investigative services at a fair cost for private persons. We conduct thorough and independent investigations that are designed to provide to you the answers you need to make intelligent and well-informed decisions to protect yourself, your family and your assets. Our investigations can also help you maintain your good reputation, or support you in any criminal or civil matter. From complex multi-month investigations to brief inquires, MSA Investigations will be your investigative partner.

MSA Investigations can assist you with most matters including, but not limited to:

Matrimonial/Infidelity Investigations
Child Custody Cases
Sexual Harassment
Stalking and other Harassment Investigations
Alcohol / Illegal Drug Abuse and Illegal Drug Sales
Locating Missing Persons or Runaway Children
Accidents Investigations
Criminal Investigations
Skip-tracing of Judgment Debtors
Locating Heirs, Witnesses, Defendants

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Background Investigations

Our background investigations can help you verify or obtain detailed information about a person that you are interested in. MSA Investigations provides packaged background investigation options, as well as customized investigations that best suit your needs and budget. We can help you determine what is best for you. Background Investigations can typically provide information about a person, including: criminal history, employment and marital status, address and phone, vital statistic verification, education, department of motor vehicle records, military and civil records to name a few. Learn more

Bug Sweeps (Technical Surveillance Counter Measures)

MSA Investigations is a leading provider of professional Technical Surveillance Counter Measure (TSCM) bug sweeps for Private Individuals through-out the United States. We specialize in electronic eavesdropping detection, bug sweeps, anti-surveillance services, wiretap detection, hiden camera detection, and communications security. Learn more

Computer Forensics

At MSA Investigations, our computer forensic experts are highly trained, certified and experienced in finding, identifying, recovering and analyzing all types digital data that might be phone on a computer, IPad, smart phone or other cell phone. Our computer forensic experts will preserve the evidence and ensure for a court-admissible chain of custody in the event you need it for court in the future. We apply a proven methodology that is executed by our certified experts, using state of the art equipment to ensure the best possible results. Learn more

Personal Protective Services (Bodyguards)

MSA Investigations specializes in providing protect for the average person, dignitaries, VIP’s, celbrities and other high profile people. Depending on the your needs, we can provide armed and unarmed protection, solo bodyguards or a complete close protection teams. We also provide secure transportation services in the US and abroad. Learn more

Personal Protective Services (Bodyguards)

Surveillance Services

Our skilled Investigators are extensively trained and have years of practical law enforcement and private sector experience, in the art of surveillance. We design and implement surveillance operations that blend our investigators in the field, with state of the art surveillance equipment that includes still cameras, video cameras and live mobile (GPS) tracking devices to trace subjects and document their actions. We can cover multiple subjects at multiple locations, every day of the year and around the clock if need be. Learn more