Private Investigations

Child Custody Investigations

Our child custody investigations help gather evidence of a child's safety, well-being, and treatment while in the care of his or her parents to be used in court.

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26+.

Years Experience

1,436+.

Successful Cases

18,355+.

Hours in the Field

2,000+.

Reports Delivered

When You Need Child Custody Investigations

Child safety concerns

Living conditions or caregiver behavior may put a child at risk.

Court needs proof

Allegations alone are not enough in custody disputes.

Conflicting stories

You need documented facts, not he-said-she-said.

Daily routine questions

Who is really caring for the child and how.

Emotional pressure

Family cases move fast and feel personal.

Evidence standards

Findings must be gathered discreetly and properly.

Child Custody Investigations services from Universal Investigations Agency

What is a Child Custody Investigations?

Child custody investigations are often used during divorce, separation, or custody cases when children are caught in a "tug of war" struggle between parents. The job of a private investigator is to assess the child's safety, well-being.

The evidence collected during the investigation can then be used in family court proceedings to show that the other parent is unfit to take care of the child. We can even provide expert testimony in court if need be.

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How We Work

01

Assess

Clarify goals, risk, timeline, and what a useful outcome looks like.

02

Plan

Build a discreet plan with the right methods and documentation.

03

Execute

Carry out the work with operational discipline and updates.

04

Report

Deliver clear findings and next-step recommendations.

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Who We Help

Individuals & Families

Private matters that need discretion and clear answers.

Law Firms

Evidence support for family, civil, and criminal matters.

Counsel & Advisors

Fact-finding that strengthens strategy and filings.

Concerned Partners

Clarity when trust, safety, or finances are at stake.

Child Custody Investigations Capabilities

What we bring to child custody investigations assignments.

  • Surveillance documentation

    Observe routines, exchanges, and caregiver conduct.

  • Living-condition findings

    Document environment and patterns that matter to the court.

  • Timeline reconstruction

    Clear chronology of relevant events and behavior.

  • Discretion-first approach

    Protect the child and avoid tipping the situation.

  • Counsel coordination

    Work with attorneys when litigation is active.

  • Court-ready reporting

    Organized findings for family-law matters.

Why UIA

  • Florida-licensed investigators
  • Discreet, confidential handling
  • Clear reporting for counsel and clients
  • Experienced field and leadership team
  • Statewide coverage

Hollywood, Florida headquarters — serving clients across Florida and beyond.

What To Expect

Licensed in Florida?
Yes — Universal Investigations Agency is a Florida-licensed private investigations agency.
Confidential?
Yes — every engagement is handled with discretion and need-to-know access.
How fast can you start?
Often within 24–48 hours, depending on the assignment.

Don’t take our word, take theirs

The UIA team have an excellent job on all the cases I’ve ever sent to them. From Corporate Negotiations to Wrongful Death/ Criminal Defense, these guys are extremely professional and will get as much information as possible to support your case. Victor is an excellent investigator, and he treats his clients and employees with the utmost respect.

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I am extremely happy I found this company. Victor is super nice and very helpful. He worked very hard on my boyfriend’s case and because of that his charges was dismissed. Awesome customer service and i will be using them again. I recommend this company. Thanks so much victor for all of your hard work!!!!!

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In today’s converging landscape of cyber, physical, and reputational risks, traditional reactive security methods are no longer sufficient. Universal Investigations Agency (UIA) developed ThreatBlock™, a fully operational, intelligence-driven threat-mitigation platform that proactively identifies, monitors, and neutralizes risks before they escalate.

A continuous shield that blocks threats across all domains

ThreatBlock™ integrates digital intelligence, protective intelligence, counter-surveillance, brand monitoring, OSINT/dark-web reconnaissance, and investigative tradecraft into a seamless system.

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Licensed and Operating Across Florida

Universal Investigations Agency is fully licensed to provide professional investigative services in Florida, ensuring compliance, credibility, and consistent excellence.

Our Florida headquarters in Hollywood positions us at the center of key locations statewide. Whether you require corporate, personal, or specialized investigative services, our licensed teams are ready to deliver results.

Florida license number

A1600227

Florida Private Investigator Agency License · Chapter 493, Florida Statutes

Key individual: Victor Elbeze

Professional affiliations

World Association of Detectives, Inc. (W.A.D.) — Established 1925Florida Association of Private Investigators, Inc. (FAPI)Florida Association of Licensed Investigators (FALI) — 30th Anniversary

Member affiliations include the World Association of Detectives, Inc., FAPI, and FALI.

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Quick Answers To Common Questions

Common questions about child custody investigations with Universal Investigations Agency.

Will you work with my attorney?

Yes — we collaborate directly when counsel is involved.

How fast can you start?

Often within 24–48 hours.

Do you serve clients outside South Florida?

Yes — we work statewide and coordinate nationally when needed.

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