Who We Serve
Four distinct client types — one consistent standard: chain of custody, evidentiary integrity, and reports that hold up.
Court-ready surveillance reports, subject locates, and field investigations — delivered on your case timeline.
Active vendor for NYS workers' compensation investigations. Licensed, bonded, and equipped for high-volume claim work with documented chains of custody.
Workplace investigations, internal fraud, and due diligence conducted to ASIS Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) standards — for HR, legal, and security teams.
Discreet, confidential investigations for individuals — handled with the same evidentiary care as any professional case.
Services
Every assignment is carried out by a NYS-licensed investigator. All reports are factual, objective, and signed under affirmation.
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Stationary and mobile surveillance by NYS-licensed investigators with HD video documentation. Full-day and half-day assignments across NYC and the Tri-State area. Court-admissible cumulative video compiled for attorney and carrier delivery.
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Internal fraud, embezzlement, misconduct, and HR investigations conducted to ASIS PCI standards in New York and the Tri-State area. Discreet, documented, and defensible for legal and HR proceedings.
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Claimant activity documentation, activity checks, and field interviews for workers' compensation defense carriers and self-insured employers throughout New York City, Westchester, and Long Island.
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Database-driven background investigations using TLOxp and Delvepoint. Public records, asset searches, address history, employment verification, and executive due diligence for New York businesses and law firms.
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Independent medical examination field associate services. Claimant coordination, no-show documentation, and field reporting.
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Discreet field observation and documentation for family court matters. Reports prepared for evidentiary use in custody proceedings.
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Confidential surveillance for matrimonial and personal matters. All documentation handled with discretion and chain of custody integrity.
Client Reviews
"As an attorney that uses investigators on a frequent basis, I can say that this is the best. Top-notch in every sense of the word and I highly recommend them."
"I had an excellent experience with ELK Investigations. They did an outstanding job helping me locate my half-brother in New York, something that meant a great deal to my family and me."
"Very professional. I would recommend this company to anyone. Prompt with great communication and worked hard to accommodate my requests. 5 stars all the way."
"I would 100% recommend ELK Investigations LLC. After explaining my situation, they were able to start on my case in just a couple of days. Very professional, well spoken and dedicated."
ELK Investigations LLC is owned and operated by a US Army National Guard veteran with 11 years of service and an honorable discharge. The discipline, attention to detail, and commitment to accurate reporting that define military service are the same standards applied to every investigation we conduct.
Credentials
ELK Investigations LLC holds a New York State Private Investigator Agency license issued by the NYS Department of State.
BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating — the highest BBB grade. Accredited since October 2024 with zero complaints on record.
$2M CGL, Professional Liability, Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation coverage. Certificates of insurance provided upon request.
Corporate and workplace investigations conducted to ASIS Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) standards — the benchmark for enterprise-grade investigation practice.
Original video files preserved unaltered. Compiled deliverable videos produced separately. All evidence logged and documented from collection through delivery.
Investigators fluent in English, Arabic, Russian, Cantonese, and Bengali — a meaningful advantage in the NYC market.
About ELK
ELK Investigations LLC was founded with a single standard: every observation is documented accurately, every report is written to hold up, and every client gets a straight answer.
We operate across New York City's five boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island — and throughout Westchester, Rockland, Orange, and Putnam Counties, Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island, and on request into New Jersey and Connecticut. Our licensed private investigators live and work here, which means they know the neighborhoods, the logistics, and the local rules that matter in the field.
Our clients include plaintiff and defense attorneys, insurance carriers, corporate HR and legal departments, and private individuals. We approach every case the same way: document the facts, protect the chain of custody, and deliver a report the client can use.
FAQ
Common questions about ELK Investigations LLC — licensing, services, process, and how we work with attorneys and private clients.
Contact
Reach out directly or submit a case inquiry below. Retainer required before field work begins.
Phone
Office
Brooklyn, New York
Hours
Monday – Friday, 9am – 6pm
Field operations 7 days / extended hours available
Attorneys: We work on a retainer + per-diem basis. Master retainer signed once per firm; engagement letter per case.
Insurance Carriers: Contact us to discuss placement and coverage needs.