Teri Dervenis
Indianapolis, IN 46256
Office: 317-349-0088
Teri Dervenis holds a degree in Criminal Justice and is a Certified Cryptocurrency Investigator with Advanced Ethereum Certification. Involved in the following professional associations: Central Indiana Chapter ACFE (past Secretary), Indiana Association of Professional Investigators (IAPI) Board Chair, Indiana Society of Private Investigators (INSPI) member, World Association of Detectives (WAD) member, Indiana Chapter Stand For Crypto, member.
Garrett Investigators are Certified Cryptocurrency Investigators. We have a proven track record of results in the fast-moving world of digital finance. We offer the insight, credibility, and discretion needed to pursue even the most complex crypto cases. Our investigators combine real-world field experience with cutting-edge technology, making us a trusted resource for both victims and professionals who need to understand and act on blockchain evidence.
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: BS Criminal Justice
Licensed Private Investigator - PI22100022
Certified Cryptocurrency Investigator (CCI) 5/6/2025 - Blockchain Intelligence Group
Certified Cryptocurrency Investigator Advanced (CCIA) 6/15/2025 - Blockchain Intelligence Group
Certified Cryptocurrency Investigator Advanced Ethereum (CCIE) 6/8/2025 - Blockchain Intelligence Group - Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: (CICACFE) Central Indiana Chapter Certified Fraud Examiners 2014-Current. - Member - Past Secretary 2014-2016.
(ACFE) Association of Certified Fraud Examiners 2014-Current - Associate Member
(IAPI) Indiana Association of Professional Investigators 2023-Current - Board Chair.
(INSPI) Indiana Society of Private Investigators 2023- Current - Member.
(WAD) World Association of Detectives 2025- Current. Member.
Stand With Crypto Indiana local chapter. 2025 - Current. Member. - Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: Compliance Training Partners - Dental office training HIPAA. 2005-2025.
Compliance Training Partners - Dental office training OSHA. 2005-2025.
Future engagements with Stand With Crypto Indiana Chapter 2025 - Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
- A: No.
- Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Hundreds of Investigations
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Blockchain Analytics
Cryptocurrency Tracing
Cyber Intelligence
Blockchain Forensic Analysis & Investigations
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Online - Social Media Investigations
Online harassment - online bullying investigations
Security Audits
Tracking of Bitcoin & other Cryptocurrency Assets
Online Romance Scam and Pig Butchering Fraud Investigations
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) Investigations
BTC Cryptocurrency ATM Investigations
Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (KYC) (AML)
Exploits and Vulnerabilities
Cryptocurrency Storage and Security Management - Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
- A: 95%
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
- A: 5%
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: none to date.
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: N/A
- Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
- A: None to date.
- Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
- A: none to date.
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: 3
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Blockchain Analytics
Cryptocurrency Tracing
Cyber Intelligence
Blockchain Forensic Analysis & Investigations
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Online - Social Media Investigations
Online harassment - online bullying investigations
Security Audits
Tracking of Bitcoin & other Cryptocurrency Assets
Online Romance Scam and Pig Butchering Fraud Investigations
Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) Investigations
BTC Cryptocurrency ATM Investigations
Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (KYC) (AML)
Exploits and Vulnerabilities
Cryptocurrency Storage and Security Management - Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: $250 per hour
- Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
- A: $285 per hour
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
- A: $285 per hour
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
- A: $500 per hour
- Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
- A: Comprehensive Investigative report writing ($2500 minimum)
All expenses (itemized upon receipt)
Available Upon Request