About

R.J. Montgomery Associates stands as a beacon of professionalism and reliability in the investigative field, dedicated to upholding the highest standards of service and achieving excellence in every case we undertake.

At R.J. Montgomery Associates, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled investigative services across Florida and beyond.

Every case at R.J. Montgomery Associates is approached with utmost seriousness and expertise. We prioritize delivering the highest quality investigations tailored to our clients’ needs, utilizing tested methodologies and the latest technology to ensure effective results.

Our commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and achieving successful outcomes has earned us the trust of clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to individual interests.

Our network of national and international investigators and strong affiliations with prestigious investigative organizations includes:

  • The Florida Association of Private Investigators
  • The National Association of Legal Investigators
  • International Intelligent Network (Intellenet)
  • The Council of International Investigators (CII)
  • The World Association of Detectives (WAD)
  • American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS).
  • Academy of Security Educators and Trainers (ASET) Certified Security Trainer
  • Executive Protection Institute (EPI) Certified Personal Protection Specialist

We are equipped to handle investigations of any scale with precision and efficiency.

“When it comes to Surveillance and Asset Evaluation and Discovery, R J Montgomery Associates is the best in the business. Their surveillance techniques are discreet and effective, and their ability to locate and evaluate assets is unmatched. I rely on them for my most complex cases, and they never disappoint. Exceptional service all around!”

—Callahan Shepherd

About the Owner / President

Reginald J. Montgomery is President of R.J. Montgomery Associates in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, specializing in corporate asset protection and criminal defense investigations with over 50 years of related experience. Reginald has extensive expertise in the security and investigations fields. He is a Certified Polygraphist, Protection Professional, Physical Security Professional, Legal Investigator, Fraud Examiner, Security Trainer, International Investigator, Board Certified Professional Investigator, Personal Protection Specialist, and Board Accredited Investigator.

Reginald J. Montgomery is on the Board of the Florida Association of Private Investigators (FAPI) as second Vice-President and was President of the New Jersey Licensed Private Investigators Association between 1996-2000, has served as the Assistant National Director, Regional Director, National Secretary and Vendor Committee Chair for The National Association of Legal Investigators & life member (NALI) and has served as the Placement and Program Committee Chair, Certification Committee Chair and was the Chapter Chairman (2000-2001) for The American Society for Industrial Security & life member (ASIS), Northern New Jersey Chapter. He also served as Vice-Chairman to the ASIS International Investigations Council. Mr. Montgomery is on the Board of the International Intelligence Network (Intellenet) and was a former Chairman on the Board of Accredited Investigators.

Reginald J. Montgomery has traveled the world conducting Seminars on investigations, polygraph, diversion, safety, security, workplace violence, numerous topics at universities and is often requested to speak by the Professional organizations and groups to which he belongs. Mr. Montgomery is always willing to share his professional experiences, insights and investigative philosophies with clients, peers and friends.

Mr. Montgomery has been named to the Certification Board of the United States Association of Professional Investigators, 2005 – 2006.

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About the Owner / President of R.J. Montgomery Associates

Reginald J. Montgomery is President of R.J. Montgomery Associates in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, specializing in corporate asset protection and criminal defense investigations with over 50 years of related experience. Reginald has extensive expertise in the security and investigations fields. He is a Certified Polygraphist, Protection Professional, Physical Security Professional, Legal Investigator, Fraud Examiner, Security Trainer, International Investigator, Board Certified Professional Investigator, Personal Protection Specialist, and Board Accredited Investigator.

Reggie, a Life Member has served as vice-chair for ASIS International’s Standing Investigations Council and as the chairman of the Northern New Jersey Chapter. He is a life member and past assistant national director for the National Association of Legal Investigators, a life member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and the World Association of Detectives, currently serves on the Board of Directors of Intellenet and 2rd Vice President of Florida Association of Private Investigators. He is a past Board Member and 3rd Vice President and Treasurer for the Council of International Investigators. He is a life member and a certified security trainer withe ASET.

Reggie also served as president of New Jersey Licensed Private Investigators Association from June 1996 to June 2000 and has been named to the Certification Board of The United States Association of Professional Investigators. Reggie is an adjunct professor at New Jersey City State University. Reggie was named as the National Association of Investigative Specialists SPEAKER OF THE YEAR FOR 2006-2007. He has given hundreds of speeches to national and international associations on many investigative subjects ranging from product diversion and protecting intellectual property to workplace violence investigations. He is best known for his interview and polygraph workshops.

Reggie has been certified by numerous courts as an expert in virtually every aspect of criminal defense, corporate security, and investigative-related matters. Reggie has appeared on dozens of network television programs as a polygraph and investigative expert. Mr. Montgomery is the Editor of (as well as contributing author, two chapters) “Corporate Investigations” and “Corporate Investigations 2nd Edition” and contributing author to “Advanced Forensic Criminal Defense Investigations,” ”Basic Private Investigations” and “Advanced Private Investigations.”