What Is Skip Tracing in Private Investigations?

Sandra Kimbrough • April 9, 2025

Locating someone for a Legal Matter

Skip tracing is the process of locating a person who has gone missing—either intentionally or unintentionally. In the world of private investigations, it’s commonly used to find individuals who are:

  • Avoiding legal obligations (like court appearances or debt repayment)
  • Difficult to locate for service of process
  • Missing heirs, witnesses, or defendants
  • Skipping out on leases or financial responsibilities


The term “skip” refers to the person who has “skipped town,” and “tracing” is the act of finding them.


How Does Skip Tracing Work?

Private investigators and skip tracers use a variety of legal tools and databases to locate the individual, including:

  • Public records (property, court, criminal, or business filings)
  • Credit headers and utility records
  • Social media and digital footprints
  • Contacting known associates, neighbors, or employers
  • Specialized investigative databases


Why Hire a Professional?

Skip tracing requires both experience and discretion. At Swan Legal Services LLC, we use proven investigative techniques to locate hard-to-find individuals quickly and legally. Whether you're trying to serve legal documents, collect on a debt, or reconnect with someone, skip tracing can be a critical step.


Need help locating someone? Contact us for a quote!


📧 Email:
swanlegalservices@yahoo.com
📞 Call: 844-325-0088


Let us help you track them down—ethically, legally, and efficiently.

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