Guardianship Investigations | Protecting Vulnerable Adults • Documenting the Truth • Supporting Families & Attorneys
At Francis & Associates Private Investigators, we provide objective, court‑ready investigative support for families, attorneys, and guardians involved in adult guardianship cases throughout Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, Boulder City, and Pahrump.
Guardianship disputes are often emotional, complex, and high‑stakes. Our role is simple: deliver clear, unbiased evidence that helps the court determine what is safe, appropriate, and in the best interest of the protected person.
What We Do in Guardianship Investigations
Welfare Checks & Living Condition Documentation:
We conduct discreet, professional welfare checks to verify:
- Living conditions
- Cleanliness and safety of the home
- Access to food, medication, and basic needs
- Whether the protected person is being properly supervised
- Signs of neglect, isolation, or unsafe environments
All findings are documented with time‑stamped photos, video, and written reports.
Surveillance for Neglect, Abuse, or Exploitation
Surveillance is often the most powerful evidence in guardianship cases. We document:
- Caregiver behavior
- Whether the protected person is left alone
- Violations of court orders
- Financial exploitation indicators
- Patterns of neglect or misconduct
Our surveillance logs are detailed, professional, and ready for court submission.
Background Investigations on Proposed Guardians
Courts frequently require information about individuals seeking guardianship. We provide:
- Criminal history checks
- Civil litigation records
- Evictions, liens, and judgments
- Restraining orders or a domestic violence history
- Substance abuse indicators
- Financial red flags
This information helps attorneys and families assess suitability and risk
Financial & Asset Misuse Investigations
When exploitation is suspected, we can investigate:
- Unexplained purchases
- New vehicles or assets
- Cash withdrawals
- Transfers of property
- Individuals with access to accounts
- Patterns of financial abuse
We compile findings into a clear, chronological report.
Witness Interviews & Third‑Party Statements
We locate and interview:
- Neighbors
- Caregivers
- Facility staff
- Friends or relatives
- Anyone with relevant observations
Statements are documented professionally and can be provided to attorneys for affidavit preparation.
Timeline Reconstruction & Evidence Organization
Guardianship cases often involve months or years of events. We help by:
- Organizing communications
- Building chronological timelines
- Compiling exhibits
- Summarizing key events for attorneys
This makes your case easier for the court to understand.
Who We Assist
- Families seeking guardianship
- Existing guardians needing documentation
- Attorneys representing petitioners or respondents
- Concerned relatives
- Court‑appointed representatives
- Individuals reporting suspected abuse or neglect
We remain neutral, factual, and professional at all times.
What We Do NOT Do
To remain compliant with Nevada law:
- We do not give legal advice
- We do not recommend who should be the guardian
- We do not perform medical or psychological evaluations
- We do not draft legal pleadings
We remain neutral, factual, and professional at all times. Our role is strictly fact‑finding and documentation. We do not offer opinions, assumptions, or interpretations. Our responsibility is to record what is observed, what is verified, and what can be supported through evidence. The courts make the determinations; we provide the facts that allow them to do it.
There are far too many instances where private investigators, including court‑appointed and state investigators, insert personal opinions into these types of investigations. That practice is improper, it compromises the integrity of the work, and it has no place in any report that may be reviewed by attorneys, the court, or law enforcement. An investigator’s opinion is irrelevant; the evidence is what matters.
At Francis & Associates, the work stays clean, disciplined, and admissible. Facts only.
Contact Us for a Confidential Consultation
If you are involved in a guardianship case and need clear, unbiased evidence, Francis & Associates is prepared to assist. Our role is to review your situation, identify what is verifiable, and outline the most effective investigative approach based on the facts, not assumptions.
For confidential assistance, contact us directly at (702) 623-8089