Intellectual Property Protection: Proven Results for Every Case
Intellectual property theft can cause serious financial and reputational damage. At Tristar, our intellectual property investigators combine research, undercover operations, and legal documentation to uncover counterfeiting, copyright infringement, software piracy, and other IP violations. We work with attorneys, corporations, and brand owners to safeguard assets and deliver results that stand in court.
From counterfeit goods to unauthorized digital content, our team provides Intellectual property investigation services designed to protect your rights. Using surveillance, undercover purchases, and proprietary research tools, we identify infringers, document evidence, and ensure proper chain of custody. Every case is managed discreetly and supported by decades of investigative expertise.
Skilled IP Investigators
Licensed professionals with extensive experience in intellectual property investigations across legal, business, and brand protection cases.
Reliable, Court-Ready Evidence
From documenting counterfeit operations to uncovering copyright or patent violations, our findings deliver verifiable proof for litigation.
Trusted by Attorneys & Corporations
Our intellectual property investigation services have helped law firms, rights holders, and businesses throughout California stop IP theft and protect their assets.
Intellectual Property Investigations
Hiring a professional intellectual property investigator ensures your case is handled with accuracy, speed, and discretion. At Tristar, we specialize in uncovering counterfeit operations, documenting copyright infringement, and exposing intellectual property theft across California. Our team leverages decades of investigative experience, proprietary databases, and undercover strategies to provide verifiable, court-ready results.
Whether you’re a corporation protecting a brand, an attorney preparing for litigation, or a business seeking to stop piracy, our intellectual property investigation services deliver timely and effective protection. From counterfeit goods to software piracy, we ensure your intellectual assets remain secure.
- Decades of proven experience in intellectual property investigations
- Protecting sensitive brand and business information throughout the process
- Detailed findings from research, surveillance, and undercover operations
- Strategies customized to trademarks, copyrights, or patent-related matters
- Consistently exposing counterfeit operations and piracy schemes
- Relied on by law firms, businesses, and rights holders across California
Intellectual Property Investigation Packages
Tristar offers flexible intellectual property investigation packages tailored to the unique needs of each client. Whether you’re protecting a trademark, uncovering copyright infringement, or investigating counterfeit goods, our tiered approach provides reliable options for every situation.
Each package is designed to combine advanced research, undercover operations, and legal documentation to uncover the truth with accuracy and discretion. From initial evidence gathering to complex intellectual property theft investigations, we deliver results that support litigation, settlements, and brand protection strategies.
Plan
Price
Details
Level 1
$95 – $125/hr
Includes research, surveillance, undercover operations, and documentation for use in legal or corporate actions. Flexible hourly structure ensures transparency and adaptability to case complexity.
Why Intellectual Property Investigations Matter
Intellectual property is often a company’s most valuable asset, but it is also one of its most vulnerable assets. Counterfeit goods, copyright violations, and software piracy can erode profits, damage brand reputation, and create legal exposure. A professional intellectual property investigation ensures that infringements are uncovered quickly and backed by verifiable evidence.
At Tristar, our licensed intellectual property investigators employ proven methods, including surveillance, undercover purchases, and research, to identify infringers and secure evidence that holds up in court. These investigations not only protect trademarks, copyrights, and patents but also give businesses and attorneys the clarity needed to make informed legal and financial decisions.
With reliable IP investigation services, you gain peace of mind knowing your assets are protected, your brand is defended, and your rights are enforced.
Our Approach to Intellectual Property Investigations
An effective intellectual property investigation requires more than research it demands experienced investigators who understand how counterfeiters and infringers operate. At Tristar, we combine discretion, legal compliance, and advanced investigative methods to deliver results you can act on with confidence.
We follow strict ethical and legal standards to protect sensitive business information and ensure all evidence is admissible in court.
Our investigators use surveillance, undercover purchases, and proprietary databases to uncover counterfeit operations, copyright violations, and piracy networks.
Whether you’re an attorney building a case, a corporation safeguarding its brand, or a business addressing piracy, we customize every intellectual property theft investigation to your specific needs.
What people are saying
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Emily
DDS Student | 2 years | Los Angeles, CA
Thank you for providing me with such outstanding service. I truly appreciate you and your staff for all you’ve done for me and my family…. I’m totally pleased with the outcome and their findings… Great job!
Gerome S.
Retired | USA
I have used Tristar for years. Their response time and results are unparalleled. They get my highest praise.
Robert Clayton
Attorney | Taylor & Ring, LLP | Los Angeles, CA
Tristar found my birth mothers records the same day. I am very impressed with their professionalism and the services they provide. I will use them again for any of my needs.
Dr. Claudia Barne
Professor | 23 years
Tristar is by far the most reliable and efficient investigator we have ever used.
Nicole Young
Attorney, 14 years | Woodland Hills, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an intellectual property investigation?
An intellectual property investigation is a professional inquiry into counterfeiting, piracy, copyright violations, or patent infringement. It uncovers evidence that businesses and attorneys can use to protect their rights and pursue legal action.
Why should I hire an intellectual property investigator?
An intellectual property investigator uses proven methods such as surveillance, undercover purchases, and research to identify infringers and collect verifiable evidence that can be used in court or negotiations.
What does an IP investigation involve?
An IP investigation may include background research, monitoring supply chains, investigating manufacturing and retail sites, and documenting counterfeit or pirated products through chain-of-custody evidence.
Do you handle multiple intellectual property investigations at once?
Yes. Tristar conducts both individual and large-scale intellectual property investigations for law firms, corporations, and rights holders, providing flexible solutions for complex cases.
What is an intellectual property theft investigation?
An intellectual property theft investigation focuses on unauthorized use of trademarks, counterfeit goods, stolen creative works, or pirated software. These cases protect businesses from financial loss and reputational damage.
Do you provide intellectual property investigator services near me?
Yes. Tristar provides intellectual property investigator services near you for clients across California, including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, and beyond.