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January 26, 2021 By Amanda Sexton Leave a Comment

On The Lookout Voted “Best Of” By New Jersey Legal Community

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 On The Lookout Investigations has been voted the “Best Of” in private investigations companies in New Jersey by the legal community in the annual New Jersey Law Journal “Best Of” survey for the eighth consecutive year.

Anyone who works at a law firm is eligible to cast their vote in the survey, which covers several dozen categories of legal support service providers.

 “We know there are a number of private investigation firms in New Jersey and we’re honored to be recognized as one of the best by the legal community”, says Alana Gibson, Chief Operating Officer of On The Lookout. “We’re thrilled our clients feel supported by our experienced investigators, many of whom have an extensive legal background. They’re able to take that knowledge and apply it to the cases, getting the evidence needed and asking the right questions to guide an investigation.”
 

On The Lookout’s investigative team supports law firms and corporations in their varying needs, ranging from locating individuals, scene investigations and asset searches. With state of the art equipment, techniques and databases, On The Lookout is able to deliver quality information and results that often have a significant impact on cases.

 On The Lookout Investigations offers a full range of investigative services, including asset searches, surveillance, witness statements and social media investigations. On The Lookout’s sister company, DGR Legal, also won in the “Best Of” survey in the categories of process service and messenger service for the ninth year in a row.

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March 19, 2020 By Amanda Sexton Leave a Comment

From Paralegal to Private Investigator

By Carina Yturbe
On The Lookout Investigations LLC Investigator

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Growing up with a father who is a retired Federal Correction’s Officer and a mother who is a paralegal, I naturally developed a curiosity and passion for law. I would always listen to them talk about their experiences at work and watched endless amounts of criminal shows. I knew that I wanted to follow their footsteps and make my own career path in the legal field, especially in criminal law so I received an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. Going to school for criminal justice really helped me understand the Constitution that we all live by and to understand everyone’s rights. There are many facets to this area of law such as law enforcement, the actual practice of law, court procedures and civil litigation to name a few. I became even more fascinated with the legal field and wanted to further my education. I thereafter received my Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved program. The paralegal studies program made me realize how much I love to challenge myself and conduct research.

At the time of my graduation, I was working in the Litigation Department for DGR-The Source for Legal Support. I was responsible for reviewing documents provided by our clients and processing them in our system to be served upon the defendants in their case. I always found myself researching the court rules for service of process, constantly asking questions to ensure that each file was served properly. I wanted to be more involved in each individual case and working with individuals in the legal field appealed to me. I wanted to do more for our clients and I was ready for more responsibility. DGR’s sister company, On the Lookout Investigations, needed an investigator so I expressed my interest and was approved for the transition!

This is where I began my journey in the exciting world of investigations! I was thrilled to learn new skills that would enhance my career and complement my paralegal experience. Of course, like any other investigator, I had to complete several trainings and learn the necessary techniques that an investigator would utilize to research and obtain information. One of the most important things that I learned in conducting investigations is ETHICS! Regardless of what you may know of a defendant and/or entity, the way you obtain any information can really make or break your case in court. Using all the education and skilled training I’ve received, I put my best foot forward and entered the position as a Private Investigator.

After working on hundreds of cases, I must say that I have found my real purpose. On the Lookout provides multiple services that aid in many different types of cases which allows me to put my paralegal know-how to work. I assist attorneys and paralegals every day helping them to obtain information related to their cases in connection with collection of judgments, performing asset searches, locating a new address to serve a defendant, or preparation of witness statements which in the end will help their clients!  

When people look at me, they do not anticipate that I am a Private Investigator (”PI”) which is beneficial when I am out in the field interviewing possible witnesses and/or conducting surveillance. My litigation experience helps me interact with clients to truly understand what records and/or documents they will need in court. My paralegal skills of organization, analyzing documents, document preparation and summarizing information have all helped me remain objective in case management.  I have the honor to help change people’s lives for the better and am very thankful to DGR-The Source for Legal Support and On the Lookout Investigations for giving me the opportunity to develop into a PI. Never in a million years did I think I would ever utilize my paralegal training to become an actual Private Investigator, but I am a true living testament that if you chase your dreams and challenge yourself, you can make anything possible!

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January 31, 2020 By Amanda Sexton Leave a Comment

On The Lookout Takes First Place in “Best Of” Awards

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On The Lookout Investigations has been voted the “Best Of” in private investigations companies in New Jersey by the legal community in the 2019 annual New Jersey Law Journal “Best Of” survey.

This is On The Lookout’s seventh year placing in the annual survey. Anyone who works at a law firm is eligible to cast their vote in the survey, which covers several dozen categories of legal support service providers.

“It is truly an honor to have been voted as the top investigations firm in New Jersey”, says Jerry Colasurdo, managing member and owner of On The Lookout. “Our experienced investigators all bring an extensive legal background to the table and a wide range of expertise, giving us the ability to serve our clients and get them the information they need to support their cases.”

On The Lookout’s investigative team supports law firms and corporations in their varying needs, ranging from locating individuals, scene investigations and asset searches. With state of the art equipment, techniques and databases, On The Lookout is able to deliver quality information and results that often have a significant impact on cases.

On The Lookout Investigations offers a full range of investigative services, including asset searches, surveillance, witness statements and social media investigations. On The Lookout’s sister company, DGR – The Source for Legal Support, also won in the “Best Of” survey in the categories of process service and messenger service for the eighth year in a row.

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November 22, 2018 By Amanda Sexton Leave a Comment

On The Lookout Investigations Voted “Best Of” In New Jersey Law Journal Survey For Sixth Consecutive Year

For the sixth consecutive year, On The Lookout Investigations has been voted the “Best Of” in private investigations companies in New Jersey by the legal community in the annual New Jersey Law Journal “Best Of” survey.

Anyone who works at a law firm is eligible to cast their vote in the survey, which covers several dozen categories of legal support service providers.

“There’s plenty of investigators to choose from in New Jersey and we’re thrilled to be recognized as the top in our field”, says Jerry Colasurdo, managing member and owner of On The Lookout. “We’re fortunate to have investigators who are well-versed in the legal field, including former paralegals. This particular knowledge and related skills combined with our extensive tools and databases means our clients are getting the best possible service and results possible.”

On The Lookout Investigations offers a full range of investigative services, including asset searches, surveillance, witness statements and social media investigations. On The Lookout’s sister company, DGR – The Source for Legal Support, also won in the “Best Of” survey in the categories of process service and messenger service.

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September 25, 2017 By Amanda Sexton Leave a Comment

On The Lookout Investigations Voted “Best Of” In New Jersey Law Journal Survey

New Jersey Investigations Best OfFor the fifth consecutive year, On The Lookout Investigations has been voted the “Best Of” in private investigations companies in New Jersey by the legal community in the annual New Jersey Law Journal “Best Of” survey.

Anyone who works at a law firm is eligible to cast their vote in the survey, which covers a broad range of legal support service providers, from litigation support to financial services to technology.

“The ability of our investigators to assess a case, determine which type of investigation will be the most helpful and efficiently execute on the decision has led us to being honored with being named the ‘Best Of’ ”, says Jerry Colasurdo, managing member and owner of On The Lookout. “Many of our investigators have a legal background and this knowledge lets them effectively decide which information is most needed to help secure a case. The diligent work and expertise of our investigators is the backbone of our organization.”

On The Lookout Investigations offers a full range of investigative services, including asset searches, surveillance, witness statements and social media investigations. On The Lookout’s sister company, DGR – The Source for Legal Support, also won in the “Best Of” survey in the categories of process service and messenger service for the sixth year in a row.

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