Business Details
46 Years
experience
Trusted Private Investigative Services in Chicago
VTS Investigations has been a trusted provider of investigative, security, and document retrieval services in the Chicago metropolitan area since 1980. As a fully licensed and insured private detective agency, we combine decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver accurate, discreet, and actionable results. Our team of professionals, including former law enforcement officers and legal experts, specializes in civil and criminal investigations, background checks, asset searches, and litigation support. We serve legal firms, insurance companies, corporations, and government agencies, offering tailored solutions for complex cases.With over 40 years of operational history, our agency has built a reputation for resolving high-profile cases and delivering documented reports that empower clients to make informed decisions. Our expertise extends to court document retrieval, forensic auditing, and executive protection, supported by a network of national and international contacts. We prioritize client communication, ensuring timely responses and transparent processes for every assignment.
Services
Background Checks
Asset Searches
Litigation Support
Process Service
Surveillance
Forensic Auditing
Executive Protection
Skiptracing
Criminal Defense
Document Retrieval
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of investigative experience in Chicago.
- Our team includes former law enforcement and legal professionals.
- We utilize advanced technology for precise evidence gathering.
- We provide documented reports tailored to client specifications.
- Our national and international network supports complex cases.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Legal Investigators
- Special Agents Association
- World Association of Detectives
- National Association of Professional Process Servers
Services
Background Checks
Our background checks deliver comprehensive insights into personal and professional histories. We verify employment, education, criminal records, and financial status using court databases and law enforcement resources. Clients receive detailed reports to support hiring decisions, legal cases, or due diligence.
Asset Searches
We identify and document financial assets, real estate, and personal property for legal or debt recovery purposes. Using public records and proprietary tools, our investigators trace ownership across state and national boundaries. Results include actionable evidence for litigation or settlement negotiations.
Litigation Support
Our team provides expert witness interviews, evidence collection, and trial preparation for civil and criminal cases. We collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategies, locate defendants, and prepare court-ready documentation. Services include subpoena service and deposition summaries.
Process Service
We ensure timely and legally compliant delivery of court documents across Chicago and collar counties. Our certified process servers maintain strict chain-of-custody protocols. Clients receive instant affidavits of service through our digital tracking system for immediate verification.
Surveillance
Our surveillance operations use discreet video and field observation techniques to document activities for insurance claims, worker compensation cases, or personal injury disputes. Investigators provide real-time updates and admissible visual evidence for legal proceedings.
People
Bill Vincent
Agency Owner and Director of Investigations
Former police officer and licensed Illinois Private Detective with over 30 years of investigative experience. Specializes in litigation support, fraud detection, and asset location. Leads high-profile cases requiring due diligence and strategic intelligence gathering.
Heidi Berna
Office Manager
Manages legal document coordination and process service operations. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and leverages prior law firm experience to ensure compliance with Illinois court procedures for document serving.
Questions
What types of cases does Blue 22 handle?
We handle civil, criminal, corporate, and insurance-related investigations including background checks, asset searches, surveillance, and litigation support.
Are your investigators licensed and insured?
Yes, we are a fully licensed Illinois private detective agency with general liability, errors and omissions, and worker compensation insurance coverage.
Can you serve legal documents outside Chicago?
Our process service covers Cook, Kane, DuPage, and surrounding counties in the Chicago metropolitan area.
How do you ensure confidentiality?
We maintain strict discretion through secure communication channels, encrypted reporting, and adherence to legal privacy standards during all investigations.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office directly for payment options and billing arrangements tailored to your case requirements.
