When concerns about a child’s safety, care, supervision, or daily environment arise, clear and objective information can help families and legal professionals understand what is actually happening. 3 Summit Investigations provides discreet child custody investigations in Calgary and surrounding areas, with a focus on factual observation, lawful investigative methods, and organized reporting.
Careful, impartial fact-finding
Custody matters are sensitive and often emotionally charged. Our role is not to take sides or create conflict. It is to document relevant observations accurately and professionally so the client and their legal counsel have reliable information to consider.
Each assignment is planned around the specific concern, available information, timing, and lawful scope of the investigation. We communicate clearly about what can reasonably be observed and documented and do not guarantee a particular outcome.
When a child custody investigation may help
A private investigation may be appropriate when there are legitimate concerns about a child’s routine, supervision, exchanges, living environment, or the conduct of an involved adult. Depending on the circumstances, the investigation may help document:
- Parenting-time exchanges and transportation arrangements
- Patterns of supervision or lack of supervision
- Relevant routines, locations, and activities
- Lawful observations related to concerns raised by the client or legal counsel
- Information that may require further review by a lawyer or other professional
How the investigation process works
The first step is a confidential consultation. We review the circumstances, the information already available, the concern that needs to be investigated, and any relevant dates or schedules. From there, an investigative plan can be developed around the lawful and practical options available.
When surveillance is appropriate, observations are documented carefully with dates, times, locations, and relevant activity. The goal is to create a factual record rather than assumptions or conclusions that cannot be supported.
What clients may receive
Depending on the assignment, clients may receive detailed activity notes, timelines, photographs or video when lawfully obtained and applicable, and a written summary or report of relevant observations. Documentation is organized so it can be reviewed efficiently by the client and, where appropriate, their legal counsel.
Information that can help before we begin
Useful starting information may include the names of the people involved, known addresses, vehicle information, parenting schedules, exchange locations, relevant dates and times, and a clear explanation of the concern. You do not need to have everything organized before contacting us. We can explain what information is useful during the consultation.
Confidential communication from the beginning
Every situation is different. We discuss the circumstances, lawful scope, timing, costs, and realistic options before work begins. We communicate honestly about what can and cannot be investigated and never guarantee a particular result.
Please do not send highly sensitive evidence through the general website form. Contact us first so an appropriate method of communication can be arranged.
Related investigation services
Some custody matters involve questions about a person’s location or other activity outside scheduled parenting time. Depending on the circumstances, our Calgary surveillance services or skip tracing and address-locate services may also be relevant.
Child custody investigation FAQs
Can a private investigator guarantee evidence for a custody case?
No. A professional investigator can document lawful observations and findings, but no specific result can be guaranteed.
Can you work with my lawyer?
Where appropriate and authorized by the client, investigative findings can be organized for review with legal counsel. The scope of the assignment can also be discussed with counsel when needed.
Do you provide child custody investigations outside Calgary?
3 Summit Investigations serves Calgary and surrounding areas. Availability and travel requirements depend on the location and circumstances of the assignment.
Serving Calgary and surrounding areas
3 Summit Investigations assists individuals and legal professionals throughout Calgary and nearby communities with discreet, evidence-focused investigative support.