PENSACOLA PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR
Pensacola Private Investigator (850)899-2717
Top Private Investigation Agency in Pensacola
(850) 899-2717
600 University Office Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32514
Why Nolin, Nolin & Associates Is the Most Trusted Private Investigator in Northwest Florida
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At Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations, our mission is to provide discreet, thorough, and professional private investigation services in Pensacola and throughout Escambia County. We help individuals, families, attorneys, and businesses uncover relevant facts through careful investigative planning, evidence collection, and clear reporting. Every case receives personal attention, with a commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and helping our clients make informed decisions.
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About Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigation — Pensacola Private Investigators
Meet Our Pensacola Private Investigators & Leadership Team
Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations is a Florida-licensed private investigation agency serving Pensacola, Escambia County, and communities throughout Northwest Florida. Our team helps individuals, families, attorneys, and businesses with child custody investigations, infidelity investigations, surveillance, background investigations, and complex civil and criminal matters. Our Florida agency license is #A1800159.
Experienced Investigators with Law Enforcement Backgrounds
Our investigative team brings experience from local, state, and federal law enforcement, including a retired Major with 25 years of homicide investigation experience. Our investigators’ backgrounds include surveillance, interviewing, evidence collection, criminal investigations, and courtroom testimony.
That experience helps us evaluate each case, identify relevant information, and document findings clearly. Whether you need answers about a sensitive family matter or investigative support for a legal case, our work begins with understanding your concerns and objectives.
Direct Accountability for Your Investigation
Every Nolin investigation is handled by our directly employed investigators. We do not subcontract our cases. Our licensed and insured team works under agency supervision, with clear standards for confidentiality, documentation, and professional conduct.
Recognized for Our Investigative Work
Nolin Investigations has received recognition through Best of Bay, Best of Florida, and Best of the Southeast. Visit our awards page to explore the individual honors, categories, and years, and meet the professionals behind our agency.
Serving Pensacola and the Florida Panhandle
We serve Pensacola and Escambia County, along with Navarre, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Panama City, and surrounding communities in Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, and Bay counties. Our agency also accepts cases elsewhere in Florida.
Speak with our team about your situation. Call 850-899-2717 or contact us online for a confidential consultation.
600 University Office Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32514
J.D. Nolin
J.D. Nolin — Managing Partner
Retired Law Enforcement Major | Criminal Investigation & Leadership Experience
J.D. Nolin brings more than 33 years of law enforcement experience to Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations. A retired Major with the Bay County Sheriff’s Office in Panama City, Florida, he provides investigative leadership and case guidance for the agency’s work serving Pensacola and Northwest Florida.
Experience in Complex Criminal Investigations
Throughout his career, J.D. investigated homicides, robberies, sexual assaults, burglaries, embezzlement, domestic violence, and drug trafficking. His background in investigative supervision and department leadership helps our team assess complex cases, evaluate evidence, and identify avenues for further investigation.
At Nolin Investigations, that experience supports work involving suspicious deaths, cold cases, criminal defense investigations, and civil matters. He brings a methodical approach to reviewing case histories, examining unanswered questions, and helping clients understand investigative findings.
Training in Interviews and Criminal Investigations
J.D. served as a senior trainer in Confessions and Criminal Investigations, teaching investigators how to conduct interviews and develop cases. His training experience continues to inform the agency’s approach to investigative planning and professional development.
He is also certified in Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA), commonly marketed as a lie detection examination. Clients can contact the agency to discuss the service, its limitations, and whether it is appropriate for their circumstances.
Professional Leadership and Service
Beyond his investigative work, J.D. leads a nonprofit organization connecting current and retired law enforcement professionals across all 50 states and internationally. His continuing involvement reflects a commitment to professional collaboration and service within the law enforcement community.
Jacob Nolin
Jacob Nolin — Operating Partner
Investigative Operations | Surveillance & Financial Investigations
Jacob Nolin oversees daily operations, investigative planning, and case coordination at Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations. Serving clients in Pensacola and throughout Northwest Florida, he brings decades of experience in law enforcement, corporate investigations, and financial investigative work.
Law Enforcement and Investigative Experience
A retired law enforcement officer with a background in Panama City, Florida, Jacob has also served as a Federal Government Investigator. His experience informs the agency’s approach to assessing cases, coordinating investigators, and gathering information for individuals, attorneys, and businesses.
As Operating Partner, Jacob helps translate each client’s concerns into a defined investigative plan. He oversees case assignments and investigative progress, emphasizing thorough documentation, professional conduct, and clear communication.
Corporate Investigations and Financial Analysis
Before his law enforcement career, Jacob worked in corporate investigations, specializing in forensic accounting, business audits, and fraud examinations. His work included investigating internal theft and financial misconduct.
That background supports the agency’s work in business fraud, financial investigations, and corporate matters. His combined experience in finance and criminal investigations helps him examine records, identify discrepancies, and follow leads requiring both analytical and field investigative skills.
Education and Specialized Training
Jacob’s education includes a bachelor’s degree in finance, an Associate of Science in Business from Columbia Southern University, and an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice from Gulf Coast State College.
His specialized training includes surveillance techniques, undercover operations, interviews and interrogations, domestic violence, missing persons, child abduction, hate crimes, counterterrorism, and active shooter response.
Leadership at Nolin Investigations
Jacob directs the agency’s daily work with an emphasis on preparation, accountability, and attention to each client’s objectives. From sensitive personal matters to complex business investigations, he helps coordinate the personnel and resources needed to conduct a thorough investigation.
Jerry West
Jerry West — Surveillance Trainer & Investigator
Pensacola Law Enforcement Experience | Surveillance & Organized Crime Investigations
Jerry West brings decades of law enforcement and investigative experience to Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations. A retired law enforcement professional from Pensacola, Florida, he serves as the agency’s Surveillance Trainer and coordinates complex investigations across multiple states.
Undercover and Criminal Investigation Experience
Jerry began his law enforcement career as an undercover investigator in Escambia County’s Special Investigation Division. His work provided extensive field experience in undercover operations and complex criminal investigations.
Following retirement from active law enforcement, Jerry completed specialized training led by FBI instructors in surveillance and organized crime investigations. He applies that experience to investigative planning, field operations, and training the agency’s surveillance team.
Surveillance Training and Multi-State Investigations
As Surveillance Trainer, Jerry helps investigators develop the observation, documentation, and coordination skills needed for effective fieldwork. His role supports the agency’s surveillance services for clients in Pensacola and throughout Northwest Florida.
Jerry also leads multi-state investigations involving organized criminal activity. His experience includes working with Homeland Security and local law enforcement agencies to advance cases involving multiple jurisdictions.
Marine Investigations and Underwater Operations
A Certified Master Diver, Jerry conducts the agency’s marine investigations and underwater operations. His background includes underwater recovery and marine crime scene work, adding specialized capabilities to the agency’s investigative services.
Professional Recognition
Jerry received Surveillance Investigator of the Year recognition in 2021 and 2022 for his investigative work. His career includes investigations involving major retailers, organized crime, and substantial financial losses.
At Nolin Investigations, Jerry combines local knowledge of Pensacola and Escambia County with experience in complex, coordinated operations. His focus on preparation, investigator training, and careful documentation strengthens the agency’s work on behalf of individuals, attorneys, and businesses.
Joseph Perrigan
Joseph Perrigan — Advanced Lead Analyst
Digital Forensics | Missing Persons Investigations & Background Screening
Joseph “Joe” Perrigan has served as Advanced Lead Analyst at Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations since 2018. Based at the agency’s Panama City office, he provides analytical and investigative support for cases serving Pensacola and Northwest Florida.
A Certified Digital Forensics Examiner (CDFE) and Florida-licensed private investigator, Joseph brings experience in digital evidence analysis, evidence collection, forensic processing, and operational management.
Digital Forensics and Missing Persons Investigations
Joseph specializes in analyzing digital information relevant to missing persons investigations. His work helps the investigative team evaluate available data, identify potential leads, and organize findings for further investigation.
His technical background supports cases requiring careful examination and documentation of digital evidence. Working alongside the agency’s field investigators, Joseph helps connect analytical findings with the broader facts of each case.
Evidence Management and Office Operations
Joseph oversees daily operations at the agency’s Panama City office. His responsibilities draw on his experience in management, evidence handling, and forensic processing, with an emphasis on confidentiality, organized records, and consistent investigative procedures.
His role supports coordination between analytical work and field operations, helping investigators maintain clear documentation throughout a case.
Fingerprinting and Background Screening Services
Joseph helped establish the agency’s partnership with IdentoGO to provide onsite fingerprinting and background screening, including services for individuals undergoing Department of Children and Families screening.
He also provides notary services and assists members of the public seeking FBI background checks. Clients can contact the agency to confirm the appropriate service, required identification, and appointment availability.
Analytical Support for Complex Cases
Joseph brings a detail-focused approach to investigations involving sensitive information and unanswered questions. His combination of technical training, investigative experience, and operational oversight strengthens Nolin Investigations’ ability to support individuals, families, attorneys, and businesses throughout the region.
Jessica Kennedy
Jessica Kennedy — Lead Investigator for Surveillance Operations
Amelia Island & Jacksonville | Infidelity & Child Custody Investigations
Jessica Kennedy has served as Lead Investigator for Surveillance Operations at Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations’ Amelia Island and Jacksonville offices since 2023. She leads a team specializing in surveillance, undercover operations, infidelity investigations, and child custody cases throughout Northeast Florida.
Surveillance and Undercover Experience
Jessica’s specialized training includes domestic surveillance and undercover engagements. Her experience supports investigations requiring discreet observation, careful planning, and adaptability in public and social settings.
She coordinates surveillance assignments with attention to each case’s objectives, field conditions, and documentation needs. Her approach emphasizes professional conduct, confidentiality, and clear communication within the investigative team.
Infidelity and Child Custody Investigations
Jessica works on sensitive family matters where reliable information can help clients make informed decisions. In infidelity investigations, her team focuses on documenting relevant activities and observations. In child custody investigations, that work may involve documenting conduct and circumstances relevant to concerns raised by a client or their attorney.
She approaches these assignments with discretion and attention to the personal nature of each case.
Evidence Collection and Investigative Reporting
Detailed reporting is central to Jessica’s work. She emphasizes accurate observations, organized evidence, and clear written reports that help clients and attorneys understand the findings.
Her professional relationships within the hospitality and entertainment industries also inform her investigative work. She places particular importance on protecting confidential sources and handling sensitive information responsibly.
Leadership in Northeast Florida
Jessica combines field experience with hands-on supervision of the agency’s surveillance team. Serving Amelia Island, Jacksonville, and surrounding communities, she supports Nolin Investigations’ commitment to thorough preparation, careful documentation, and professional client service.
Jasmine Allen
Jasmine Allen — Family Evaluator
Child Custody Assessments | Social Work & Family Advocacy
Jasmine Allen joined Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations in 2021, bringing a background in social work, family services, and community leadership. She supports child custody investigations serving Pensacola, Panama City, Destin, and surrounding Northwest Florida communities.
Her work focuses on assessing family circumstances, documenting relevant risk factors, and preparing detailed reports to help clients, attorneys, and courts understand concerns affecting children and families.
Family Assessments and Child Custody Support
As the agency’s Family Evaluator, Jasmine contributes a social work perspective to child custody matters. She prepares assessment reports and provides testimony regarding her findings, emphasizing clear documentation and careful consideration of each family’s circumstances.
Her approach centers on children’s welfare and presenting findings objectively. Working alongside the investigative team, she helps bring context to information gathered during sensitive family investigations.
Education and Professional Experience
Jasmine holds a master’s degree in social work from Florida State University. Her professional experience includes serving as Program Director for the Juvenile Alternatives Program at Village Behavior Health Inc., as well as Lead Social Worker and Component Director for Healthy Start Families at the Life Management Center of Northwest Florida.
Her background also includes positions with Flowers Hospital, Alfred Saliba Family Service Center, Early Learning Coalition of Northwest Florida, Children’s Home Society of Florida, and the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center. These roles have provided experience working with children, parents, and family support organizations.
Community Leadership and Family Advocacy
Jasmine’s leadership experience includes serving as President of the Bay County Domestic Violence Task Force and Chair of Emerald Coast Infant Mental Health. She has also served as Director of the Florida JCI Senate, President of Junior Chamber International Florida Region, and National Vice President of Junior Chamber International USA.
At Nolin Investigations, Jasmine brings that experience to work requiring sensitivity, thorough assessment, and attention to children’s needs. Her contributions strengthen the agency’s ability to examine family concerns and communicate findings clearly.
Our Private Investigators & Support Staff
Serving Pensacola, Northwest Florida & Northeast Florida
Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations brings together 11 investigators and four in-house support professionals serving individuals, attorneys, businesses, and government agencies. Our team is based across Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Panama City, Amelia Island, and Jacksonville.
Our investigators and staff combine experience in law enforcement, military service, social work, financial analysis, and investigative support. This range of backgrounds helps us examine complex matters from multiple perspectives and assign personnel suited to each case.
Specialized Experience for Your Investigation
Our team includes retired military and law enforcement professionals, a social worker, and a Certified Public Accountant who is also a Certified Fraud Examiner. Their combined experience supports surveillance, child custody investigations, financial fraud investigations, missing persons cases, and other sensitive matters.
Field investigators work alongside analytical and administrative staff to organize information, document findings, and support case progress. We emphasize thorough preparation, careful evidence handling, and clear reporting.
Coordinated Investigations Across Jurisdictions
Our experience includes investigations involving organized retail crime and cases that cross jurisdictional boundaries. Professional relationships with law enforcement agencies, government organizations, and corporate investigative teams support coordination when appropriate.
For assignments outside Florida, we evaluate the applicable licensing requirements and any relevant reciprocity provisions before undertaking investigative work.
Professional Standards and Client Service
Every case begins with understanding the client’s concerns and defining the investigative objectives. Our team emphasizes confidentiality, respect for privacy, and professional conduct throughout the assignment.
Whether you need a private investigator in Pensacola or coordinated support elsewhere in our service area, Nolin Investigations provides a team approach grounded in field experience, analytical work, and attention to detail.
Call 850-899-2717 to discuss your case in a confidential consultation.
Professional Testimonial
“Mr. Nolin identified, investigated, and closed more internal cases than any other Regional Investigator each year and led the company in successful external case closure and prosecution conviction rates.”
— J. West, Divisional Loss Prevention Manager
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Private Investigation Services in Pensacola, Florida
Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations provides licensed private investigation services in Pensacola and throughout Escambia County. Our experienced investigators assist individuals, attorneys, and businesses with sensitive personal matters, legal cases, and corporate concerns. Every assignment begins with careful planning, clear objectives, and a commitment to confidentiality.
Surveillance Investigations in Pensacola
Our Pensacola private investigators conduct discreet surveillance for infidelity concerns, child custody cases, domestic matters, and corporate investigations. Using mobile, foot, and stationary surveillance techniques, our team documents relevant activities through video, photographs, and detailed investigative reports.
From residential neighborhoods to business districts and public locations throughout Pensacola and Escambia County, we tailor each surveillance assignment to the circumstances of the case. Our focus is on gathering facts and providing organized documentation that clients and their attorneys can review when making decisions.
Call 850-899-2717 to discuss your Pensacola surveillance needs in a confidential consultation
Child Custody Investigations in Pensacola
Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations helps parents and family law attorneys in Pensacola and Escambia County investigate concerns involving parenting conduct, living conditions, and child safety. Our investigators document relevant activities and circumstances through surveillance, evidence collection, and detailed reports.
Our team includes an in-house Family Evaluator who contributes a social work perspective to sensitive custody matters. Together, we provide organized findings to help clients and their attorneys assess concerns and prepare for court proceedings.
Infidelity & Cheating Spouse Investigations in Pensacola
When you have concerns about a spouse or partner, reliable information can help you decide what comes next. Our Pensacola private investigators conduct discreet infidelity investigations using surveillance and careful documentation of relevant activities.
We approach each assignment with confidentiality and respect for the personal circumstances involved. Clients receive documented findings they can review when considering relationship decisions, separation, or discussions with an attorney.
Background Checks & Background Investigations in Pensacola
Nolin Investigations provides background investigation services for individuals and businesses in Pensacola and throughout Escambia County. Services include pre-employment screening, tenant screening, premarital background investigations, and business due diligence.
We tailor each investigation to its purpose, reviewing relevant available records and verifying information to help clients make informed decisions. Whether you are evaluating a business relationship or seeking clarity about someone’s background, our team provides organized reporting with attention to accuracy and confidentiality.
Insurance Fraud & Financial Fraud Investigations in Pensacola
Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations assists insurance carriers, attorneys, and businesses in Pensacola and Escambia County with investigations involving suspected insurance fraud and financial misconduct. Our services address workers’ compensation, liability, disability claims, employee theft, and embezzlement concerns.
Drawing on experience in law enforcement and financial investigations, our team uses surveillance, records review, and investigative analysis as appropriate to each assignment. We document findings objectively to help clients evaluate claims, examine discrepancies, and make informed decisions.
Missing Persons & Locate Investigations in Pensacola
Our Pensacola private investigators assist with missing persons investigations, witness location, and skip tracing. We work with families, attorneys, and other clients seeking to locate individuals for legitimate personal or legal purposes.
Each case begins with reviewing the available information and identifying potential leads. Our investigators draw on law enforcement experience, records research, interviews, and field inquiries to pursue relevant information and document their findings with discretion.
Bug Sweeps & Technical Surveillance Countermeasures in Pensacola
Nolin Investigations provides technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM), commonly called bug sweeps, for homes, offices, and vehicles in Pensacola and throughout Escambia County. These services address concerns about hidden cameras, listening devices, GPS trackers, and unauthorized electronic surveillance.
Our team evaluates the circumstances and conducts inspections tailored to the property or vehicle involved. We explain the scope of the inspection, document findings, and help clients understand potential privacy concerns and appropriate next steps.
Lie Detection & Credibility Assessment Services in Pensacola
Nolin, Nolin & Associates Investigations offers credibility assessment services for clients in Pensacola and Escambia County seeking additional information in private, workplace, or legal matters.
Our team can explain available examination methods, how appointments work, and the capabilities and limitations of the service. Contact us to discuss your circumstances and determine whether an assessment is appropriate for your needs.
Process Service in Pensacola & Northwest Florida
Nolin Investigations coordinates service of legal documents for attorneys, businesses, and individuals in Pensacola and throughout Escambia County. Our coverage also includes Bay, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties.
We emphasize accurate delivery information, documented service attempts, and clear status updates. Contact our team to discuss the documents involved, the service location, and any applicable deadlines or special requirements.
K-9 Detection & Notary Services in Pensacola
Nolin Investigations offers specialized K-9 detection services and on-site notary support to complement investigative assignments and assist clients in Pensacola and surrounding communities.
Contact us to discuss the type of detection work needed or the documents requiring notarization. Our team can confirm service availability, appointment arrangements, and what you will need to provide.