K&L LLC
Private Investigations
PI License# 190018 / Qualified Manager#18
*Limitations apply to Criminal/Juvenile/LPS cases in Mendocino county
About US
We are a professional private investigation firm dedicated to delivering clear answers and reliable results. With over a decade of experience handling complex criminal and civil cases, our team approaches every investigation with discretion, integrity, and attention to detail. Our background includes extensive work in criminal defense investigations and specialized expertise in firearms-related matters, giving us the ability to handle even the most sensitive situations with care and precision.
Whether you need assistance with a legal case, personal matter, or corporate concern, we provide thorough, and confidential investigative services tailored to your needs.
Servicios disponibles en español.
Our services
Legal / Criminal Defense Investigation
Witness interviews & statements
Crime scene documentation & evidence collection
Background checks on witnesses/victims
Subpoena service and records retrieval
Mitigation investigations (for sentencing)
Typical Pricing:
$95–$150/hr depending on case complexity
Mileage billed at IRS rate (currently ~$0.67/mi)
Retainer: $1,000–$2,500 upfront for criminal defense attorneys
Sliding scale pricing available for bulk hour cases
Civil & Domestic Investigations
Civil & Domestic Investigations
Infidelity/cheating spouse surveillance
Child custody & cohabitation investigations
Asset searches
Missing persons / skip tracing
Harassment/stalking documentation
Typical Pricing:
$75–$125/hr
Surveillance packages (4–8 hr blocks): $500–$1,000
Sliding scale pricing available for bulk hour cases
Background & Records Research
Pre-employment background checks
Social media investigations
Court and public records searches
Due diligence reports
Typical Pricing:
Flat fee: $150–$350 depending on depth
Add-ons (social media deep dive): +$100
Sliding scale pricing available for bulk hour cases
Corporate & Insurance Investigations
Workers’ compensation fraud surveillance
Internal theft or misconduct investigations
Workplace threat assessments
Undercover operations
Typical Pricing:
$100–$175/hr
Multi-day contracts often discounted (quote-based)
Specialty Services (based on firearms experience)
Firearms-related incident analysis
Armorer consulting & expert witness testimony
Typical Pricing:
Expert consultation: $150–$250/hr
Court testimony: $1,000+ per day
Written reports: $300–$600 each
Sliding scale pricing available for bulk hour cases
Customer reviews
Daniel K.
"I honestly received the best service I could have asked for. They were super professional to deal with; they met all my needs and helped me a lot."
Ron H.
"The entire experience was so easy and friendly, and the price was very reasonable. I don't know what I would have done without them."
James F.
"I can't say enough good things about the quality of this company. Highly, highly recommend using them!"
Special features
Best Quality
We guarantee your full satisfaction
Family business
A professional, personalized experience
24/7 Support
Our phone support is always available to you