Specialized Services

Specialized Solution

Eminent Domain
We understand the sensitive and often controversial nature of Eminent Domain proceedings. For over thirty years our office has approached each case with the required finesse to ensure your clients image is projected in the most professional manner possible.

What We Do

Court Filing / Recordation of Lis Pendens - We file your Eminent Domain action with the court to obtain a case number on the Lis Pendens. We also submit your Order for Immediate Possession to the applicable department and maintain contact with the department until the OIP is signed. On the same day, we also record the Lis Pendens at the County Recorder.

Immediate Service of Order of Possession - Once signed, in order to preserve project deadlines and dates, we serve the OIP and related documents upon all defendants on an immediate basis.

Identification and Immediate Service of "Doe" Defendants - We maintain a large database of acquisition and merger data for numerous banks, telephone, oil and other utility companies. We quickly ascertain the correct and current defendant names; advise you of the same, and upon receiving Doe Amendments, serve Doe defendants on an expedited basis.

In-Depth Research to Identify Beneficiaries, Lease Hold Interests, Heirs and Devisees - Similar to the above-databases, we also maintain old indices and information from a variety of historic resources. Using this information we quickly identify the birth, death and contact information for heirs, beneficiaries, lease holders etc. We report the same to you, and after receiving Doe Amendments, we serve the Doe defendants on an immediate basis.

Court Filing and Recordation of Final Judgment - When your case is near completion, we submit your Final Judgment to the applicable department and maintain contact with them until the judgment is signed. This process keeps you in control and can save many days of unnecessary waiting and processing time.

We also make arrangements to have a Certified copy of the Final Judgment available, so it can be recorded on the same day the judgment is signed. Again, this saves times since there is no delay in waiting for the original Final Judgment to make its way thru the court “pipeline” in order to get a Certified copy for recordation purposes.

Specialized Solution

Mortgage Fraud
Since the early 1990’s we have successfully assisted numerous banks, title companies, law firms and even victims in the prosecution of Mortgage Fraud cases.

Remember, we are your one-stop resource for help. We maintain a core set of credentials which enable us to fullfill all your investigative and regulatory requirments:

Licensed California Private Investigators

Registered and Bonded Process Servers

Member - Association of Certified Fraud Examiners

What We Do

Utilizing our credentials and our specialty in Real Property matters, we help with the following services:

	Identification of Fraudsters
		Aliases Correct Date of Birth (DOB) Drivers License Info Social Security Numbers Used Relatives Summary Vehicles Landline Telephone Numbers Cell Telephone Numbers Current and Previous Addresses Other Real Property Holdings Names and Locations of Businesses Other Business Associates (Fraudsters) Professional Licenses Identification of Other Victims Identification of Other Fraud Properties Criminal History Civil Litigation History Asset investigation Background Investigation

	Service of Process upon Fraudsters
		Summons/Complaint Subpoena OSC/TRO/Prelim & Temp Injunction Bank Account Attachment/Freeze Orders

Specialized Solution

Adult Use / Zoning Enforcement & Abatement
We have many years of experience dealing with the various strip clubs and adult bookstores throughout Southern California. Whether it’s going in undercover to identify and document code violations, or researching and identifying hidden ownership interests - be rest assured knowing we have the experience and specialized know-how to successfully fulfill any request you may have.

Each agent also has years of courtroom experience. When it comes time to testify about our observations, we are able to do so both competently and convincingly.

We also provide the following discounts to your city clients:

Discounted hourly rate.
Billed only from the city where the club is located. No travel time or unnecessary mileage fees.

What We Do

Undercover Code Compliance / Violation Checks - This area of investigation is one of our most requested items. We offer undercover operations from a non-LEO point of view. We are familiar with and can document the following code violations:
	Physical layout of club Security assessment (security guards, placement, cameras, presence during lap dances) Stage requirements Serving of Alcohol Lighting conditions Distance/separation from patrons Rail distances Tip jars Lap Dance areas Touching by patrons Touching by dancers Touching during lap dance Covering of specified anatomical body parts Other suspected illegal activity

Service of Process – TRO’s, Preliminary Injunctions & OSC’s - Since we specialize in difficult service of process, serving many of the quasi-criminal legal documents is never a problem. We can utilize a straightforward approach, or engage a stakeout method if warranted.

Every agent maintains an unassuming, yet assertive demeanor. Unless told otherwise, we project a professional image for your city by dressing in appropriate business attire.

The following can be served on an immediate basis:

Cease and Desist Letter/Demand
Summons and Complaint
Temporary Restraining Order
Order to Show Cause
Preliminary / Permanent Injunction
Order to Show Cause re Contempt
Subpoena

Background Investigations – Owners and Dancers - We are familiar with the business structure and methods of operation by club owners. We help your office identify:
	Hidden owners Hidden business partners Legal structure Correct addresses and phone numbers Criminal filings Wants and Warrants Other business interests Past business interests Current and past items of civil litigation Relatives (hidden insiders)

Specialized Solution

Complex Litigation / Bond Validation Actions
Over the past 20 years our office has developed and implemented an unparalleled complex filing specialty. Thru trial and error, we discovered the most effective manner to “walk thru” your documents from start to finish. This is especially helpful when your action has shortened or summary notice requirements.

In addition to Bond Validation actions, we can also handle your:

Writs
Receiverships
OSC’s
Attachments
Levy’s

What We Do

Bond Validation Action

Initial Filing - We get the modified Summons issued; complaint filed and submit the ex parte Application for Publication of Summons to the appropriate department. Once there, we make the department aware of the CCP code section which gives preference to the Validation action over all other civil matters before the court. We monitor the department on a daily basis until the Order for Publication has been signed.

Publication - After receiving the Order for Publication, we coordinate with adjudicated newspaper of proper venue to publish the Summons. Since a Validation publication period is different from a standard Summons publication, we calculate the correct cutoff date for interested persons to respond.

We then ensure the newspaper publishes the Summons on the dates specified, and provide your office with copies of the published Notice.

We finish the publication process by obtaining Certified copies of the Proof of publication, which allows us to submit the Final Judgment without the delays associated with waiting for the Proofs.

Walk Thru of Default - With the Certified copies of Proofs of Service in hand, we “walk" the Default Application thru directly to the default clerk responsible for entering defaults.

Final Judgment in Validation - After the publication process is complete and default entered, we submit your Final Judgment to the applicable department and maintain contact with them until the judgment is signed. This process keeps you in control and can save many days of unnecessary waiting and processing time.

Specialized Solution

Difficult Service of Process
Since our company was founded in 1930, we have always been an industry leader in the field of difficult service of process. From politicians to celebrities; gang-bangers to the elderly lady who never leaves the house - we've served them all.

We are also effective in routine service of process situations which may require service upon multiple subjects; or when complex documents are served.

Same day, short notice and other types of time-sensitive documents are never a problem, and surprisingly - BILLED AT OUR REGULAR HOURLY RATE. NO RUSH FEES, EVER!

City and Municipalities - Professional Image & Discounts
When serving process for your city clients, each agent dresses in proper business attire, which helps project a professional image for your city.

In addition, we offer our discounted rates to your city clients:

Discounted hourly rate.
Billed only from the city where the assignment originates. No travel time or unnecessary mileage fees.

What We Do

Depending upon the type of subject, we employ a number of different tactics to effect service of process. These include:
	Standard door knock Service at place of employment Stakeout service Service at specified date, time and place

Situations which could merit the use of a PI to serve process include:

Service of Process upon Individuals:
Sheriff or regular Process Server unable to serve subject.
High-Profile/Celebrities
Physicians
Lawyers
Under-age/Minors
Judgment Debtors
Gated Communities
Security Apartment/Condo Buildings
Rural Areas
Hotels
Gang/High Crime areas
Incarcerated subjects
Service of TRO/Domestic Violence Orders
Service of Child Support or other Domestic Orders
Service of Order to Appear (ORAP)
Service of OSC's with Shortened Notice Periods

Service of Process Businesses
Executive/Employee within large corporation
Security Buildings
Home-based business
Office/Executive Suites
Defunct corporations
Out-of-area companies

Specialized Solution

Foreclosure Assistance
Since the mid 1970's, we have successfully assisted numerous lenders with their REO needs.

REO work is sensitive in nature since it involves the loss of a home. Throughout our contact with the former borrowers or tenants, we project a positive and professional image for your lender.

We are also your one-stop resource for help. We maintain a core set of credentials which enables you to make "one-call" for all your REO needs:

Licensed California Private Investigators

Registered and Bonded Process Servers

Licensed California Locksmiths

Please visit our sister-site for complete REO information:
	www.hughesreo.com

What We Do

Utilizing our credentials, we help with the following services:

	Regular REO assistance:
		REO Occupancy Inspection REO Lockout REO Notice to Vacate REO Vacancy Inspection REO Inspection Notice of Abandonment Cash for Keys REO Squatters Same Day Re-Key REO Help

	Problem REO assistance - Small to big, simple to complex. We have unsurpassed trial-and-error experience with the following types of problems:
		Hostile Occupants Squatters Fenced Residences Rural Areas Drug Areas Uncooperative Occupants Gang Areas Vicious Dogs Break-In’s Abandoned Vehicles Negotiations Gone Bad Unknown Occupants Hostile Lockouts Remote Locations Abandoned Pets Guarded and Gated Locations Trespassers Fenced Properties Rent Schemes Locked Condo Units Security gates Abandoned Personal Property