In 1996, Bear Witness was born from a simple premise: deliver insightful information and superior service. James Gonzalez is the founder and president of this California-based private detective agency, which provides surveillance and investigation services to law firms, corporations, executives, VIPs, and select private clients.
Founded by a Veteran
Before starting Bear Witness, James received military training and served with the history-rich 1st Cavalry Division of the United States Army. During his honorable tour of duty he was recognized for dedication, hard work under adverse conditions, meticulous attention to detail, professionalism, outstanding performance of duty, and National Defense during the Gulf War.
Built on Surveillance
Back home in California, James put those skills to work in private investigations. He became a top-ranked investigator at several large firms, where he specialized in covert surveillance. He performed thousands of sensitive and difficult surveillance assignments, gathered valuable intelligence and evidence, trained dozens of field operatives, and set productivity records before founding his own agency.
Still in the Field
You are unlikely to find James behind a desk. His passion is surveillance and investigative fieldwork. He consults directly with clients to build strategic solutions to difficult problems, and he is driven to uncover the information, evidence, and answers they need. That drive is the company's trademark, and it has earned Bear Witness the respect of colleagues and clients alike.
Bear Witness Today
Raised in Los Angeles, James now calls coastal Orange County home. He is a California State licensed private investigator and a member of several local, national, and international investigative associations. He leads a seasoned team of investigators offering a full-service operation.
Today Bear Witness handles sensitive investigation and surveillance assignments across California, nationwide, and beyond. Call 1-877-PROOF-24/7 for a completely private consultation.