The guy you absolutely wanted as a mate if you got bullied in school. Our Private Investigator handles all matters with discretion and professionalism.
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Avon Investigations
Avon Investigations is a Christchurch-based Private Investigations firm, co-led by former NZ Police Detective Brendan Patten, providing confidential corporate, civil, and legal investigative services (including tracing, surveillance, and asset recovery) across New Zealand.
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Brendan Patten
Avon Investigations | Investigative Services/Detective

Brendan Patten is a Private Investigator and Principal of Avon Investigations, bringing over 14 years of investigative experience from the New Zealand Police, including 10 years in the Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB). Renowned for his precision and discretion, Brendan successfully managed complex criminal and civil cases before transitioning to the private sector.

Specialised Investigative ServicesAvon Investigations is a trusted partner to the Legal, Commercial, and Insurance sectors, dedicated to finding facts with professionalism and confidentiality. Their services, offered nationwide, include:

  • Investigations: Handling complex corporate, civil, insurance, employment, family, and financial matters.
  • Tracing: Discreetly locating missing persons, debtors, or beneficiaries.
  • Document Service: Reliable and efficient serving of legal documents.
  • Surveillance & Asset Recovery: Providing covert answers and locating/securing assets.

Ideal Referral Focus:Brendan's ideal referral is any law firm, commercial business, or individual who requires professional, confidential investigative services to resolve complex civil, financial, or corporate matters, or who needs reliable legal document serving and tracing capabilities.

"After years in investigations, trust is everything. The trust built every week at BNI Avenues acts as the bedrock for the quality and confidentiality required in my field."

Brendan Patten
Avon Investigations
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