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LITIGATION SUPPORT
Skip Tracing
When an address is outdated, incomplete, or unsuccessful, additional research may help identify updated location information.
Skip tracing is the process of researching and identifying current or recent location information for an individual whose address, contact information, or whereabouts may be incomplete, outdated, or unknown.
Common situations include:
📍 Outdated Address Information
The subject may have moved, relocated, or no longer reside at the last known address.
🏠 Unknown Current Residence
A client may have only a previous address, partial information, or no verified residential address.
📞 Disconnected or Unverified Contact Information
Phone numbers, email addresses, or other contact information may no longer be active or may require additional verification.
ProExpress Process uses available investigative resources and public-record information to help identify possible addresses, contact points, business affiliations, property information, and other relevant location indicators.
Our goal is to provide useful, documented information that can support process service, litigation, investigations, collections, or other lawful purposes.
Skip-tracing support may include research involving:
📍 Current or recent addresses
🏠 Possible residential locations
🏢 Associated businesses
🏡 Property information
📞 Contact information
🔗 Other location indicators
More extensive research may be recommended for difficult-to-locate subjects.
📑 Information We May Research
Depending on the assignment, available records, and applicable requirements, skip-tracing research may include:
🏠 Current & Recent Addresses
Research into possible current residences, previous addresses, and address history associated with the subject.
📞 Phone & Contact Information
Available phone numbers or other contact information that may help verify identity or location.
🏢 Employment & Business Affiliations
Possible employers, businesses, professional affiliations, registered companies, or other commercial connections associated with the subject.
Property Information
Publicly available real-property information that may indicate ownership, occupancy, or a possible connection to a location.
🚗 Vehicle-Related Information
Where lawfully available and appropriate, vehicle-related information may help support location research or identity verification.
👥 Relatives & Known Associates
Publicly available information concerning relatives or associated individuals may help identify additional location leads.
📬 Address History
Historical address information can help establish movement patterns, prior residences, or other useful location connections.
🔗 Public Records & Digital Footprints
Relevant publicly available records, business filings, directories, and other lawful sources may be reviewed to help verify or develop location information.
📊 Skip Tracing Service Levels
Different assignments require different levels of research.
🔹 Basic Skip Trace — $100
Designed for straightforward address verification or basic location research.
May include:
✓ Current and recent address research
✓ Basic contact information
✓ Address history
✓ Initial public-record review
✓ Summary of findings
Best suited for subjects with identifiable information but uncertain location details.
🔹 Standard Skip Trace — $200
For assignments requiring broader research and additional verification.
May include:
✓ Current and prior address research
✓ Phone and contact information
✓ Business or employment indicators
✓ Property information
✓ Relatives or associated individuals
✓ Multiple-source verification
✓ Detailed summary of findings
Best suited for subjects who are more difficult to locate or whose available information is outdated.
🔹 Advanced Skip Trace — $300
For complex or difficult-to-locate subjects requiring deeper research.
May include:
✓ Expanded address and identity research
✓ Multiple-location analysis
✓ Business and employment research
✓ Property and asset-related indicators
✓ Relative and associate research
✓ Broader public-record research
✓ Cross-verification across multiple data sources
✓ Investigative summary with recommended next steps
Best suited for subjects with limited information, conflicting records, multiple possible locations, or previous unsuccessful location efforts.
🔎 How the Skip-Tracing Process Works
1️⃣ Submit Subject Information
Provide as much identifying information as possible, such as:
• Full legal name
• Date of birth, if known
• Last known address
• Phone number
• Email address
• Employer or business
• Known relatives or associates
• Any other identifying information
The more reliable information provided, the better the research can be targeted.
2️⃣ Research & Verification
Available records and lawful research sources are reviewed to identify potential location information and verify whether records appear to belong to the correct individual.
3️⃣ Cross-Check Findings
Where possible, information is compared across multiple sources to reduce the risk of relying on outdated or incorrect records.
4️⃣ Prepare Findings
Relevant findings are organized into a usable summary.
5️⃣ Recommend Next Steps
Depending on the results, the next step may be:
📍 Attempt process service
🔎 Conduct additional research
🏘️ Verify occupancy
🏢 Attempt a workplace location
🕵️ Escalate to private-investigation support
✅ What You Receive
Depending on the service level and available information, the final report may include:
📍 Possible current address
🏠 Prior address history
📞 Available phone information
🏢 Business or employment indicators
🏡 Property information
👥 Possible relatives or associates
🔗 Relevant public-record findings
📝 Research notes and observations
➡️ Recommended next steps
The amount and type of information available will vary by subject and assignment
⚠️ What Skip Tracing Does Not Guarantee
Skip tracing can identify potential leads and help narrow a subject's possible location, but it cannot guarantee that every record is current or that the subject is physically present at a particular address.
Records may be:
• Outdated
• Incomplete
• Associated with another individual
• Based on previous residences
• Recently changed
• Limited by jurisdiction or data availability
For this reason, location information may sometimes require field verification or additional investigative work.
🕵️ Skip Tracing + Process Service
Skip tracing becomes especially valuable when combined with process service.
If a process server discovers that:
❌ The subject moved
❌ The address is vacant
❌ The resident does not know the subject
❌ The available information is outdated
❌ Multiple attempts have been unsuccessful
the assignment may be escalated into skip tracing to identify another possible location before further attempts are made.
This creates a more coordinated approach instead of repeatedly attempting service at an address that may no longer be valid.
🇺🇸 Local & Nationwide Service
ProExpress Process is based in Austin, Texas and handles assignments throughout the Austin metropolitan area and surrounding communities.
For assignments outside our direct service area, we can coordinate service through a broader network of professional process servers and field-service providers across Texas and throughout the United States.
📍 Austin Based
🤝 Statewide Coordination
🇺🇸 Nationwide Network
☎️ One Point of Contact
🔄 How It Works
1️⃣ Choose Your Service
Select the service level that best matches your deadline and assignment.
2️⃣ Complete the Service Assistance Form
Provide names, addresses, deadlines, special instructions, and other relevant information.
3️⃣ Upload Your Documents
Submit the documents that need to be served.
4️⃣ We Begin the Assignment
The assignment is reviewed and routed based on service level, location, deadline, and instructions.
5️⃣ Receive Status Updates
Receive updates regarding attempts, developments, and completion status.
6️⃣ Receive Final Documentation
Once the assignment is completed, the appropriate service documentation is provided.
📦 What You Receive
Depending on the assignment, clients may receive:
✅ Assignment confirmation
📲 Service-attempt updates
📝 Documented attempt history
⚠️ Important development notifications
✅ Completion confirmation
📄 Proof, return, or affidavit of service
❌ Non-service documentation when applicable
➡️ Recommendations for additional action when appropriate
🧩 When Deeper Investigation May Be Needed
Some cases go beyond ordinary skip tracing.
Private-investigation support may be more appropriate when the assignment involves:
👁️ Surveillance
Confirming whether a subject regularly appears at a particular residence, workplace, or location.
🏘️ Field Verification
Physically verifying whether a subject appears connected to an address.
🏢 Business Research
More extensive research involving companies, ownership interests, or business relationships.
🔍 Complex Identity Issues
Distinguishing between individuals with similar names, shared addresses, or conflicting records.
📍 Multiple Possible Locations
Evaluating several potential addresses to determine which location is most likely to be current.
When appropriate, ProExpress Process can coordinate skip tracing with its Private Investigations and Process Service capabilities.
🔐 Lawful & Responsible Use
Skip-tracing services are provided for lawful purposes and may be subject to applicable privacy, permissible-purpose, licensing, and data-use requirements.
Some information may not be available for every assignment, and access to certain records may depend on the purpose of the search and applicable law.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What information do you need to begin?
A full name and last known address are helpful starting points, but additional information such as date of birth, phone number, employer, email address, or known relatives can significantly improve the research.
Can you find someone with only a name?
Possibly, but a common name without additional identifying information can produce multiple potential matches. Additional identifiers improve accuracy.
How accurate is skip-tracing information?
Accuracy depends on the quality and recency of the available records. We cross-check information where possible, but no database or record source is perfect.
Can you verify whether the person actually lives at the address?
Database research alone cannot always confirm physical occupancy. Field verification, process-service attempts, or investigative support may be needed.
Can skip tracing be added to a process-service assignment?
Yes. Skip tracing can support a process-service assignment when the address provided is uncertain, outdated, or unsuccessful.
Do you provide the subject's complete background report?
Skip tracing is focused primarily on identifying and verifying location-related information. More extensive background or investigative research may require a separate Private Investigations assignment.
Can you guarantee that you will locate someone?
No. The availability and reliability of records vary, and some individuals may have limited or outdated information. We provide the best available research and clearly document our findings.
🔎 Need Help Locating Someone?
Whether you have an outdated address, an unsuccessful service location, or limited information about a subject, ProExpress Process can help research possible location information and determine the appropriate next step.
Information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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