If you are considering divorce or are already in one, make sure you go through it fully aware of your rights. We recommend getting advice from a qualified divorce or family law attorney, and from experienced California investigators who specialize in gathering evidence.
A Loyal Ally Through Divorce
Besides hiring a good divorce lawyer, many clients have found that hiring Bear Witness is a smart move. Some investigators and agencies avoid domestic, marital, divorce, custody, and family law matters. We stay by your side as a loyal and trusted ally.
Evidence That Shortens the Fight
Do not let your divorce drag on for years. Our divorce investigators help you gather critical evidence that can change the direction of a case. Quality investigative work can also reduce attorney fees that otherwise spiral out of control.
Accurate information plus strategic evidence equals leverage. Leverage means less time in court, and less time in court means less money spent.
What Infidelity Means in a California Divorce
California is a no-fault divorce state (Family Code §2310), so a spouse does not need to prove adultery to end a marriage. Evidence of an affair still matters when it touches the issues a court does decide: custody and a child's best interests, spousal support, and community money spent on an affair, which may be subject to reimbursement under Family Code §1101. Cohabitation evidence can also matter, because Family Code §4323 creates a presumption of decreased need for support when a supported spouse lives with a romantic partner.
Divorce and Family Law Investigations We Handle
- Infidelity and marital affair investigations
- Child custody and visitation dispute evidence
- Alimony, palimony, and spousal support investigations
- Child support investigations
- Cohabitation evidence for divorce court
- Locating hidden assets and income
- Lifestyle investigations for family law court
- Documenting violations of family law court orders
- Evidence for modifications of court orders
- Stalking or harassment documentation
- Teen and young adult activity checks
Statewide Coverage
Our investigators work divorce and family law cases from Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and San Diego. We are ready to work with you and your attorney to get the information and evidence needed for a faster, more favorable outcome. Call 1-877-PROOF-24/7 for a free, confidential consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does infidelity matter in a California divorce?
California is a no-fault state, so you do not need to prove infidelity to get divorced. It can still matter for custody, spousal support, and community money spent on an affair.
Can living with a new partner affect spousal support?
Yes. Under California Family Code section 4323, a supported spouse who lives with a romantic partner is presumed to need less support. Surveillance can document that cohabitation.
Can an investigator help find hidden assets?
Yes. We research public records, business filings, property, and lifestyle to identify assets and income a spouse may not have disclosed. Your attorney can then request records through discovery.
Will you work with my divorce attorney?
Yes. Many of our divorce cases are coordinated directly with the client's family law attorney so the evidence fits the legal strategy.