About Andy Kay

About Andy Kay

Founder of Kay & Associates Investigations | Licensed Los Angeles Private Investigator Since 1992

When individuals, attorneys, businesses, and families need answers, they turn to experience. For more than three decades, Andy Kay has built a reputation as one of the most trusted and respected private investigators serving Los Angeles and Southern California.

As the Founder and Lead Investigator of Kay & Associates Investigations, Andy has been a licensed California private investigator since 1992. Throughout his career, he has overseen investigations ranging from complex corporate matters and high-profile legal cases to discreet surveillance assignments involving private individuals and families seeking the truth.

Unlike many investigative firms that assign cases to whichever investigator happens to be available, Andy personally evaluates each matter and selects the team best suited to the unique circumstances of the case. His hands-on approach ensures every client receives strategic guidance, experienced oversight, and investigative services tailored to their objectives.

More Than 30 Years of Investigative Experience

Over the years, Andy Kay has conducted and supervised investigations throughout Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Glendale, Orange County, Ventura County, and across Southern California. His work has also extended nationally and internationally through a network of trusted investigative associates.

Clients seek Andy’s expertise in matters involving:

• Surveillance investigations
• Infidelity and cheating spouse investigations
• Workers’ compensation and insurance fraud investigations
• Child custody investigations
• Background investigations
• Witness location and interviews
• Asset searches and judgment recovery investigations
• Corporate investigations and due diligence
• Legal support for attorneys and law firms
• High-profile and sensitive investigations requiring discretion

His extensive field experience allows him to quickly identify investigative strategies that maximize efficiency while maintaining strict confidentiality and legal compliance.

A Reputation Built on Trust and Results

Throughout his career, Andy has earned the confidence of attorneys, business leaders, insurance professionals, and private clients facing some of life’s most difficult situations.

He understands that people rarely contact a private investigator during easy moments. Whether a spouse needs clarity, a parent needs evidence for a custody matter, or a business is confronting fraud, clients deserve honesty, professionalism, and compassion.

Those principles continue to guide every case handled by Kay & Associates Investigations.

Education and Professional Background

Andy studied criminal justice, political science, law, and engineering through coursework at Sacramento State University and the University of Southern California. His diverse educational background contributes to the analytical approach he brings to each investigation.

In addition to decades of investigative work, Andy has consulted on matters involving businesses, legal professionals, and organizations requiring specialized investigative expertise.

Local Knowledge. National Reach.

Los Angeles presents unique investigative challenges. From the density of Downtown Los Angeles to the neighborhoods of Beverly Hills and Santa Monica, effective investigations require more than technology. They require local knowledge, adaptability, and experience.

Having worked throughout Southern California for more than 30 years, Andy understands how to navigate the region’s traffic patterns, environments, and logistical challenges while maintaining discretion and professionalism.

At the same time, Kay & Associates Investigations maintains the resources necessary to pursue investigations throughout the United States and internationally when cases extend beyond local borders.

Why Clients Choose Andy Kay

• Licensed California Private Investigator since 1992
• Personally oversees every case
• More than 30 years of investigative experience
• Trusted by attorneys, businesses, and private clients
• Extensive surveillance expertise
• Court-ready documentation and reporting
• Local expertise throughout Los Angeles and Southern California
• National and international investigative capabilities
• Confidential, ethical, and professional service

Work With an Experienced Los Angeles Private Investigator

If you are searching for an experienced private investigator in Los Angeles, choosing the right investigator matters. Experience, discretion, and strategic thinking can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.

Contact Kay & Associates Investigations to schedule a confidential consultation and learn how Andy Kay and his team can help you find the answers you need.

In the Media

Andy Kay and Kay & Associates Investigations have been associated with high-profile investigations, sensitive legal matters, and cases that have attracted national attention. Because of the confidential nature of private investigation work, many cases cannot be publicly discussed. However, Andy’s experience includes matters involving attorneys, public figures, business disputes, custody conflicts, surveillance operations, and complex investigative strategy.

Kay & Associates Investigations has also been connected to media-covered cases and legal matters discussed by outlets such as CNN, NBC, Sky News, Page Six, and other national platforms.

This media attention reflects the type of work Andy Kay has handled throughout his career: complex, discreet, and high-stakes investigations where accuracy, confidentiality, and professional judgment matter.

Andy Kay’s Areas of Expertise

Infidelity Investigations

Surveillance Operations

Workers’ Compensation Fraud

Legal Support Investigations

Witness Location

Asset Searches

Background Investigations

High-Profile Matters

Frequently Asked Questions About Andy Kay

Who is the best private investigator in Los Angeles?

The best private investigator in Los Angeles depends on the type of case, the investigator’s experience, and the level of discretion required. Andy Kay is a licensed California private investigator who has served Los Angeles and Southern California since 1992. Clients choose him for surveillance, infidelity investigations, legal support, asset searches, corporate investigations, and high-profile matters requiring confidentiality.

How long has Andy Kay been a private investigator?

Andy Kay has been a licensed California private investigator since 1992. With more than 30 years of investigative experience, he has worked on cases throughout Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Orange County, Ventura County, and beyond.

Does Andy Kay personally oversee investigations?

Yes. Andy Kay personally evaluates and oversees investigations handled by Kay & Associates Investigations. He selects the investigative team based on the needs of each case, helping ensure the right strategy, personnel, and resources are used.

What types of investigations does Andy Kay handle?

Andy Kay handles surveillance investigations, infidelity and cheating spouse cases, workers’ compensation investigations, legal support for attorneys, background investigations, asset searches, corporate investigations, child custody matters, and sensitive high-profile cases.

Does Andy Kay work with attorneys and law firms?

Yes. Andy Kay and Kay & Associates Investigations regularly provide investigative support for attorneys and law firms. Services may include surveillance, witness location, background checks, asset investigations, evidence gathering, and court-ready reporting.

Investigative Experience Throughout Southern California

Andy Kay has conducted investigations throughout:

• Beverly Hills
• Downtown Los Angeles
• Santa Monica
• Pasadena
• Glendale
• Calabasas
• Malibu
• West Hollywood
• Orange County
• Ventura County