Megan Novak
Englewood,FL
Summary
Currently licensed in the Florida as a Private Investigator. Over 18 years of Private Investigation experience encapsulating SIU field work, criminal defense investigations, background investigations, witness locates and interviews, Serve of Process.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner and Private Investigator
Rise Investigations
08.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Englewood, FL, RisePI.com
- Established comprehensive investigation protocols to enhance operational effectiveness
- Day to day operations including investigations, billing, client contact and marketing.
- SIU and Criminal Defense Investigations which includes client/claimant interviews/visits, witness locates, background investigations on individuals involved.
- Serve of Process, 12th and 20th Circuit Certified Process Server.
- Review and Obtain Public Records pertaining to the specific case.
- Maintain communication with attorney on record with findings, detailed reports and status of case.
- Provide investigations services for the Justice Administration, private clients, attorneys, insurance companies and subcontract work for other investigation firms.
- Remain detailed orientated and organized while maintaining time management to meet deadlines.
- Work independently to obtain results to report to the client.
- Team effort approach to optimize results and objectives when required.
- Scorched Earth investigations to obtain facts beyond the discovery.
CHU Investigator
Federal Public Defender
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: Tampa, FL
- Performed defense investigations for clients on Death Row.
- Maintain client relationships, review discovery, locate and interview witnesses, background investigations on individuals involved.
- Work with a team of attorneys and investigators to obtain results.
- Interviewed witnesses and clients to obtain critical information, enhancing case narratives.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings, aiding in effective defense presentations.
- Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
Owner
Arkeo Investigations, LLC
02.2013 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: Morris Plains, NJ
- Owned and established the LLC, which provides investigative services to the public and various business sectors such as legal, insurance and private.
- Manage employees and subcontractors, operations, accounting, client contact and marketing.
- Complete investigation services to attorneys, insurance companies, and personal clients. Including but not limited to SIU, surveillance, criminal defense, statements, witness location, background checks and Serve of Process.
- Provide services to vendor partners as a sub-contractor.
- Led investigations into complex cases, ensuring thoroughness and adherence to legal standards.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to enhance efficiency and service quality.
Private Investigator
Ethos Risk Services
06.2011 - 02.2013
- Company Overview: St. Petersburg, FL
- Conduct investigations regarding workers compensation and disability
- Stationary and mobile surveillance to confirm the claimant’s daily activities
- Conduct telephone and in-person pretexts to gain claimant information
- Acquire accident scene photos, obtain recorded statements from both parties involved in workers compensation claims/disability and motor vehicle accidents
- Discreetly obtain covert video when required
- Complete daily reports and submit video footage
Private Investigator
Litigation Solutions
04.2007 - 02.2013
- Company Overview: Pittsburgh, PA
- Conduct mobile and stationary surveillance of the subject to document all daily activities
- Follow subjects using tactical driving
- Conduct activity checks, discretely or directly, to confirm the subject’s residence, vehicles, place of employment and daily routine
- Complete Wellness Checks and Widow Checks to gain information about the subject’s welfare
- Document daily activities of the subject in detailed case summaries and video recordings
- Review previous surveillance reports to build on the ongoing investigation
- Mail videotapes to headquarters and complete case summaries in a time efficient manner
- Work independently with slight supervision from case manager
- Communicate with case manager verbally the status of the subject’s activities
- Perform internet research to locate relevant information regarding the subject
Private Investigator
A-Plus Investigations
10.2005 - 05.2006
- Company Overview: Burlington, NJ
- Obtained accurate video of the subject’s behaviors in public locations using covert camera while blending in with the environment
- Remain stealthy while documenting subject’s activities via video camera from surveillance vehicle
- Used tactical driving to elude suspicion.
- Gave detailed orientated verbal updates to case manager.
- Generated thorough written reports the subject’s daily activities
Investigator Intern
Public Defenders Service for the District of Colombia
08.2003 - 12.2003
- Company Overview: Washington, D.C.
- Delivered subpoenas.
- Photographed and inspected crime scenes.
- Interviewed witnesses and produced witness statements. Assisted with trial preparation.
- Canvassed incident site for supplementary information.
- Acquired criminal records along with public information documents to ascertain the character of the defendant or claimant including meticulous background checks using CIS.
Education
Non-Matriculating - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NYBachelor's degree - Criminal Justice, Business Law
St. Peter's College
Jersey City, NJ05-2004
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Evidence gathering
- Fraud investigations
- Records research
- Courtroom testimony
- Background checks
- Interview techniques
- Public records search
- Insurance investigations
- Social media research
- Time management
- Multitasking skills
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
Certification
- Florida Private Investigator License #A 3200173
- Florida Notary Commission #HH 201583
- 12th Judicial Circuit Certified Process Server #7045
- 20th Judicial Circuit Certified Process Server #208579
Timeline
Owner and Private Investigator
Rise Investigations
08.2022 - Current
CHU Investigator
Federal Public Defender
07.2021 - 08.2022
Owner
Arkeo Investigations, LLC
02.2013 - 07.2021
Private Investigator
Ethos Risk Services
06.2011 - 02.2013
Private Investigator
Litigation Solutions
04.2007 - 02.2013
Private Investigator
A-Plus Investigations
10.2005 - 05.2006
Investigator Intern
Public Defenders Service for the District of Colombia
08.2003 - 12.2003
Non-Matriculating - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice, Business Law
St. Peter's College
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