West Michigan Private Investigator — 34+ Years Experience

The facts your
case depends on.

Salerno Investigations brings over 34 years of investigative experience to criminal defense, personal injury, child custody, and domestic cases across Michigan — delivering the evidence and documentation that moves cases forward.

Licensed & Insured
Discreet Field Investigations
Court-Ready Reports
Attorney-Focused Service

What We Do

Investigation Services

Built for the evidentiary demands of litigation. Every assignment is handled with precision, discretion, and proper documentation.

Recorded Statements

Recorded Statements

Professionally conducted recorded witness and party statements — properly documented and formatted for use in legal proceedings.

Surveillance

Surveillance

Stationary and mobile surveillance with photo and video documentation. Detailed logs admissible for legal proceedings.

Witness Location

Witness Location & Skip Tracing

Locating hard-to-find witnesses, defendants, and individuals using professional databases and field methods honed over 34 years.

Background Investigation

Background Investigation

Thorough background research on individuals relevant to your case — criminal history, civil records, associates, and more.

Workplace Surveillance

Workplace Protective Surveillance

Discreet monitoring of workplace environments to identify theft, misconduct, or harassment — providing employers and legal counsel with documented evidence.

  • Employee misconduct investigations
  • Internal theft documentation
  • Workers' comp fraud investigation
  • Harassment evidence gathering
Child Custody

Child Custody & Domestic Cases

Discreet investigation supporting custody disputes, domestic litigation, and family law matters — documenting behavior and gathering admissible evidence.

  • Custody & parenting time surveillance
  • Domestic case documentation
  • Witness location & statements
  • Evidence gathering for family court

The Difference

Why Attorneys Choose Salerno

Private investigation work for litigation demands more than a license — it demands experience reading people, documenting facts precisely, and understanding what attorneys need in evidence and testimony.

Patrick Salerno brings over 34 years of professional investigative experience to every case. From criminal defense and personal injury to child custody and domestic matters, Salerno Investigations operates with the professionalism and discretion that attorneys depend on.

Responsive Communication

You'll reach a real person who knows your case, not a call center.

Documentation You Can Use

Reports and evidence prepared with evidentiary standards in mind from the start.

Absolute Discretion

All investigations conducted confidentially. Your client and case details stay protected.

Michigan Statewide Reach

Based in West Michigan, operating across the state wherever your case requires.

"When you need a witness found, a scene documented, or a claimant's story verified — timing matters. We move when you need us to move."

— Patrick J. Salerno, Owner
Michigan Licensed PI
Statewide Coverage Area
34+ Years Experience

Where We Operate

Coverage Area

Headquartered in Sparta, West Michigan. Available statewide for cases that require it.

Grand Rapids
Sparta
Muskegon
Kalamazoo
Lansing
Detroit Metro
Holland / Zeeland
Caro / Thumb Region
Statewide — by request

Get In Touch

Let's Discuss Your Case

All inquiries are confidential. Whether you have an active case that needs immediate field work or want to establish a working relationship for future referrals, reach out directly.

All inquiries are handled confidentially. Expect a response within one business day.