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 Asset Search Investigations

Over 25 Years of Empowering Attorneys with Credible Information

Asset Search: Expert PI provides best-in-class nationwide asset search investigations for judgment enforcement sought by Counsel and Creditors.

Asset Search Investigations

Stryker provides nationwide asset search investigations for judgment enforcement sought by law firms pursuing substantial judgments.

Probate & Estate Discovery

Stryker can help counsel surviving family members, and the administrator of the estate, or the executor find missing or unknown bank accounts and assist in identifying insurance policies. 

General Investigations

Stryker provides the best-in-class investigations and litigation support services tailored for legal professionals

National Asset Search Investigations

Expert Private Investigator Providing Investigations Tailored for Legal Professionals

Asset Search: Expert Private Investigator provides best-in-class nationwide asset search investigations for judgment enforcement sought by counsel and creditors. Does a debtor owe you money? Do you have a judgment? Call our Asset Search Expert Private Investigator at (800) 733-1950. Stryker delivers best-in-class statewide and nationwide reports and actionable bank account search results for pre-litigation and judgment enforcement remedies for law firms, creditors, and businesses trying to find bank accounts. Our asset search company partners with law firms pursuing high-value monetary awards and judgment enforcement across national and international jurisdictions, utilizing 25 years of investigative experience and established connections within the enforcement field. Our litigation support will help you secure equitable assets for enforcement.

Obtaining a judgment in court is half the battle, but many creditors are shocked to discover this legal victory doesn’t automatically result in payment. Judgments are not self-enforcing, and contrary to popular belief, courts provide virtually no assistance in collecting the awarded sums. The responsibility falls entirely on the prevailing party to take active measures to enforce the judgment. This often requires specialized knowledge to locate assets, navigate complex financial systems, and employ legal mechanisms to compel payment. Without professional enforcement services, judgments may remain unsatisfied indefinitely, essentially rendering the legal victory meaningless despite the time and resources invested in litigation. Converting that court order into actual recovery requires diligent investigation, persistent enforcement efforts, and expertise in uncovering assets that judgment debtors may attempt to conceal.

  • Discover effective strategies for asset searches to enhance your professional due diligence and uncover hidden financial resources.
  • Navigate complex asset searches with our dedicated team. We offer focused investigations to support your professional needs.
  • Uncover effective asset search strategies to elevate your professional due diligence and identify hidden financial opportunities.

What Makes Stryker Exceptional:
We distinguish ourselves through a combination of extensive experience, a specialization in niche areas like insurance policy verification (life, home, auto, umbrella, and business), and asset searches. We focus on legal compliance and actionable search results. Their approach integrates thorough investigation techniques, evidence analysis, and expertise in areas like court-recognized asset searches and their subsequent permissible purpose. We provide attorneys and law firms with specialized investigative services designed to strengthen case preparation, litigation strategy, and judgment recovery. Our team of experienced investigators delivers precise, court-admissible evidence through thorough research, ensuring no relevant detail is overlooked or omitted—a standard of excellence that makes our work unimpeachable. Our legal support services stand distinctly above our competitors in the industry through our unwavering commitment to excellence. While others may provide basic information, our investigation reports deliver impeccable results through thorough research, ensuring their trustworthiness, accuracy, and completeness. What truly sets us apart is our precise approach to documentation – every finding in our reports is fact-driven and accompanied by supporting PDF attachments that provide concrete evidence, creating a comprehensive package that can withstand even the most intense scrutiny in courtroom proceedings. Our clients gain a significant strategic advantage when they present our findings, as opposing counsel quickly recognizes the thoroughness and credibility of our work. Unlike competitors who may leave you vulnerable to challenges, our exhaustive techniques and stringent verification processes ensure that your case stands on solid ground, allowing you to proceed with absolute confidence in the integrity of the intelligence we’ve gathered for your legal matters.

Judgment Enforcement Solutions:
When faced with challenging judgment collection, our investigative expertise provides the enforcement remedies needed to secure what you’re legally owed. We locate concealed business assets, identify banking relationships, and uncover property holdings that can be leveraged for successful judgment satisfaction. Our detailed financial investigations transform uncollectable judgments into recoverable assets.

Comprehensive Due Diligence:
Protect your business interests with our thorough due diligence investigations. Before entering significant business relationships, mergers, or acquisitions, our team conducts independent verification of all critical factors. We provide detailed background investigations on business entities and their officers, comprehensive D&B company profiles, and in-depth analysis of financial stability and risk factors. Our skip-trace and confirmed locate services help find witnesses, defendants, and other relevant parties crucial to your case progression. We go beyond basic database searches to verify physical locations and contact information when that information is available.

We understand that each case is unique, and our tailored approach guarantees that we address the specific needs of our clients, providing them with the insights necessary to make informed decisions. Trust Stryker Investigation Services to be your partner in navigating the complexities of asset searches and recovery, ensuring that you have the best possible chance for success in your legal endeavors.

Legal Enforcement Remedies 

Legal remedies and equitable remedies. Legal remedies (also called “remedies at law”) primarily involve monetary compensation. A judgment for the defendant to pay is a legal remedy.

Probate & Estate Discovery

Probate Investigator can help counsel surviving family members, the administrator of the estate, or the executor find missing or unknown bank accounts and assist in identifying insurance policies. 

Enforcement Remedies

When a judgment debtor fails to voluntarily pay a money judgment, creditors can use various equitable remedies to enforce collection. These remedies go beyond simple monetary awards.

Legal Support Services

We provide investigative services tailored for legal professionals. Comprehensive investigation reports with actionable search results for attorneys.

Asset Types: Understanding Fixed and Liquid Tangible Assets

An asset is an economic resource. Anything tangible or intangible that is capable of being owned or controlled to produce value and that is held to have positive economic value is considered an asset. As such, an asset search investigation is relatively easy to conduct, as the majority of Tangible Assets (fixed) and are documented in public records. Tangible Assets (liquid) are not a matter of public record and require a permissible purpose to conduct a search.

Tangible Assets: (fixed) real estate, buildings, homes, equipment and machinery, tools, equity in a property, capital assets, gold, and minerals after extraction. 

Tangible Assets: (liquid) current assets and other assets that can be converted to cash, such as liquid assets, bank accounts, money market fund shares, bonds, mutual funds, and the cash value of a life insurance policy. Any asset that can be converted into cash within 24 hours.

Tangible Assets (Fixed)

Fixed tangible assets are physical resources that typically have documented ownership through deeds, titles, or other public records. These assets generally maintain their form and value over extended periods and cannot be quickly converted to cash without significant effort or potential value loss. This illiquidity means that converting these assets to cash typically involves lengthy processes such as finding buyers, completing paperwork, waiting for closing periods, and often accepting lower-than-market values when expedited sales are necessary. For example, selling real estate might take months and require numerous steps from listing to closing, while selling business equipment might require finding specialized buyers in niche markets. Fixed tangible assets are characterized by their documentation through public records, making them more accessible during standard asset investigations. They typically have deeds or titles as proof of ownership, which creates a clear paper trail for investigators to follow. These assets maintain relatively stable form and value over time, providing a reliable metric for assessing an individual’s or organization’s wealth. Common examples of fixed tangible assets include real estate such as residential homes, commercial buildings, and vacant land; vehicles including automobiles, motorcycles, boats, and aircraft; business equipment and machinery; intellectual property such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights; and timeshares and fractional ownership properties.

Tangible Assets (Liquid)

Liquid tangible assets are economic resources that can be readily converted into cash within a 24-hour period with minimal or no loss of value. Unlike fixed assets, these resources are typically not documented in public records, making them more challenging to locate during standard asset searches. Liquid tangible assets require a permissible purpose to conduct searches, as they often involve private financial information protected by various regulations. Their ability to be converted to cash within 24 hours makes them particularly valuable for individuals needing immediate access to funds, but also creates challenges for asset investigations as they may be more easily concealed or transferred quickly. These assets include cash holdings, bank accounts such as checking and savings accounts, money market accounts, short-term certificates of deposit, marketable securities including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, treasury bills and other government securities, precious metals like gold, silver, and platinum, as well as cryptocurrencies and digital assets. The private nature of these assets necessitates specialized investigation techniques and proper legal authorization to access.

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Property Search and Detailed Property Reports can be included in the report – just ask for it.

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A search for companies owned by the debtor and an assessment of their insolvency status.

STATEWIDE  BANK SEARCH

BUSINESS ASSET SEARCH

OFFSHORE BANK SEARCH

BROKERAGE ACCOUNTS

INDIVIDUAL'S ASSEST

STATEWIDE BANK ACCOUNT SEARCH ON AN INDIVIDUAL – This search returns all open bank accounts found from multiple banks. You will receive a list of all banks located, bank names and addresses, types of accounts, balances, the institution’s name and address, and end-of-the-day account balance.

BUSINESS ASSETS

STATEWIDE BANK ACCOUNT SEARCH ON A BUSINESS – This search returns all open bank accounts found from multiple banks. You will receive a list of all banks located, bank names and addresses, types of accounts, balances, the institution’s name and address, and end-of-the-day account balance.

BROKERAGE ACCOUNT

BROKERAGE ACCOUNT SEARCH Brokerage company investment account used to buy and sell securities, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. This search returns all open brokerage accounts found in multiple firms. You will receive a list of all accounts located, as well as establishment names, addresses, and balances. This will include end-of-the-day account balance information.

PRE-LITIGATION SUPPORT SERVICES & ASSET SEARCH INVESTIGATIONS

PREPARING FOR THE WIN MEANS YOUR PREPARED. Experienced trial attorneys start the pretrial process by developing theories, getting information, securing evidence, and knowing the answer before asking the questions. Identifying and locating critical evidence and potential witnesses and securing credible testimony can make the difference between winning or losing a case. 

Pre-litigation asset search investigations are a preemptive tactic used to determine what assets or income may be seized in the event a judgment is obtained.

Our pre-litigation support services set the foundation for successful legal outcomes through meticulous fact-finding and critical analysis. We employ advanced techniques for skip-tracing and confirmed locate services, ensuring accurate identification and location of relevant parties. Our team conducts thorough creditworthiness assessments through detailed business credit reports and nationwide asset search investigations, providing crucial intelligence for client vetting and case strategy development.

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  • Identity Verification
  • Current Location Skiptrace
  • Pre-litigation Asset Searches
  • Witness Statements
  • Accident Scene Inspections
  • Location Canvass for Witness
  • Due Diligence Personal Injury
  • Evidence Documentation 
  • Recorded Interviews
  • Skiptrace Confirmed Locates
  • Asset Investigation
  • Background Investigations
  • Criminal Records
  • Business Asset Search
  • Collecting Media Posts
  • Investigation Analyst

WHAT IS A PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE? HOW DOES IT APPLY TO BANK AND FINANCIAL INVESTIGATIONS?

A SUMMARIZATION OF APPLICABLE LAWS FOR ASSET SEARCHES

The legal framework governing access to nonpublic financial information operates through multiple federal statutes, establishing specific requirements for different scenarios. 

This summary does not discuss every scenario or anticipated use or subsequent authorization. It is intended to illuminate a convoluted and misinterpreted legal framework while providing general guidance on core principles and common applications. The information contained herein should not be construed as legal advice, and readers should consult with qualified legal counsel regarding their specific circumstances. While efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, laws and regulations are subject to change, and variations may exist across different jurisdictions. Nothing in this document creates an attorney-client relationship or serves as a substitute for professional legal consultation.

The legal framework governing access to nonpublic financial information operates through multiple federal statutes, establishing specific requirements for different scenarios. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) serves as a primary foundation, mandating consumer authorization for credit report access while explicitly prohibiting its use for determining insurance, credit, or employment eligibility. FCRA Section 6802(e)(8) provides essential exceptions, permitting disclosures when necessary to comply with federal, state, or local laws, respond to authorized civil or criminal investigations, address regulatory requirements, or fulfill judicial process obligations.

When accessing bank or brokerage records, requestors must demonstrate a valid permissible purpose and comply with court orders or civil judgments, while remaining subject to the Right to Financial Privacy Act restrictions specifically governing government access. Financial institutions bear the responsibility of verifying the requestor’s authority before disclosure. This comprehensive framework, incorporating 28 U.S.C. Chapter 176 Fair Debt Collection Procedures and 15 U.S.C. Title 15 Privacy Provisions, explicitly establishes that exceptions (6)(A), (7), and (8) and (D) grant access to persons holding a legal or beneficial interest relating to the consumer; or (E) to persons acting in a fiduciary or representative capacity on behalf of the consumer; but require demonstration of a valid permissible purpose for both pre-civil and post-civil proceedings. Pre-civil proceedings are specifically defined as subpoenas, search warrants, or other Judicial Orders. Post-civil proceedings are defined as Judicial Orders or Judgments, which constitute the judge’s rulings at the conclusion of an adversary proceeding requiring the debtor to pay the amount awarded in the Judgement or Judicial Order resulting from the proceedings. All financial information access must align with these federal statutes while simultaneously complying with applicable state privacy laws and institution-specific requirements, ensuring a balanced approach between necessary information access and privacy protection.

This document does not address all applicable laws, regulations, or conditions that may be relevant to any particular situation. References to specific scenarios or applications should not be interpreted as endorsements or recommendations. The authors reserve the right to modify, update, or withdraw any portion of this content without notice. By proceeding with this document, readers acknowledge these limitations and disclaimers.

The authors and publishers expressly disclaim all liability for any actions taken or not taken based on the contents of this document. This summary may be incomplete or outdated at the time of reading, and subsequent legislative, regulatory, or judicial developments may impact its accuracy. Readers should verify any information that may affect their legal rights or obligations. Any examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and may not apply to specific situations.

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National Asset Search Company Stryker Investigations Provides Best-in-Class Asset Search Investigations in the Following States:

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About Stryker

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As a specialized agency serving attorneys with high-value judgments.

We specialize in uncovering assets through targeted nationwide and global searches. Our team serves law firms handling high-value judgments with proven enforcement strategies that maximize creditor recovery. Our court-recognized expertise in “Asset Search Investigations and their Permissible Purpose” ensures legally sound approaches that produce tangible results that are designed to survive challenges to the scope of qualifications during cross-examination.

This credential is unique in our industry and provides your firm a substantial advantage: access to search techniques proven and accepted in court. Combined with my experience as an investigator for the State Bar, I bring a comprehensive understanding of attorney regulations and compliance requirements. This specialized background guides how we conduct thorough, legally compliant asset investigations that meet the highest professional standards.

 

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