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How Research Associates Puts Your Mind At Rest

Resolving extortion & blackmail is Research Associates’ greatest expertise. Where clients have followed a mutually agreed plan of action, Research Associates’ have never failed to contain a blackmailer.

Research Associates provides a safe and trustworthy environment with absolute confidentiality, sealed legally within a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). Working closely together, we will proceed with an agreed course of action to resolve your problem.

High levels of support, sensitivity and discretion are maintained throughout; there is little Research Associates have not seen before. Blackmail relies upon isolating the individual to render them powerless; Research Associates guarantees sensitive yet powerful support at every stage in the process.

Research Associates is known for neutralising threats from extortionists and blackmailers.  

Resolving blackmail and extortion attempts 

With Research Associates, the client remains in control at every stage of the investigation and operation. We ensure that the client is kept fully informed and involved in all the decision-making. This is how we earn the trust of our clients, which enables us to resolve these cases with the utmost professionalism and sensitivity.

Our partnership includes a formal, legal agreement to protect and secure all proprietary information to guarantee the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality and we can offer other agreements that ensure trust is built from the beginning.

All our investigations are customised to the specific requirements of the circumstances. Once we have discussed and established the particulars of a case with the client, we proceed on an agreed pragmatic strategy.

Due to our unique expertise and resources, we have an exceptional track record; where clients have followed a mutually agreed plan of action, we have never failed to contain a blackmailer.

Depending on the client’s requirements, we can resolve the case privately, without the involvement of the authorities. Alternatively, we can bring the case to court and or use legal partners to contain blackmail threat.

Expert Reputation Management in High-Stakes Cases 

Research Associates specialises in protecting the reputations of executives and high-net-worth individuals, particularly in high-stakes situations involving blackmail and extortion. Our highly sophisticated approach, combining discretion with our investigative expertise, neutralises threats before they can escalate.

With our vast experience in managing delicate situations, Research Associates’ expertise protects the client’s reputation and ensures that matters are handled quietly and effectively.

Research Associates’ specialist Paul Hawkes, industry experts who is widely recognised as formidable in resolving blackmail and extortion. Paul has decades of experience dealing with blackmail and extortion at the highest level.  

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Every investigation is necessarily unique and customised because of the delicate nature of our work. We encourage prospective clients to call us to outline, in strict confidence, the circumstances of the case. This will allow our highly experienced team to create a detailed plan of action, clearly budgeted, with a turnaround time, for the client’s consideration. 

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

How It Works

Our Investigation Process

Research Associates provides a confidential consultation and a bespoke investigation strategy, with prompt, detailed reporting.

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Contact Us

Research Associates offers a free, no-obligation, and confidential initial consultation. Contact us to schedule a meeting or a telephone conversation to discuss your circumstances and objectives.

02

Set the Plan

Research Associates will propose a bespoke strategy, with transparent pricing, for your requirements. Once the tactics and budget have been agreed, we will proceed with the investigation.

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Get the Information

Our expert private investigators will carry out a discreet, thorough, and professional investigation, and a detailed report will be produced, ensuring a clear understanding of the findings.

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Accredited Private Investigators

Research Associates is proud to be associated with prestigious organisations in the field of investigation and forensic sciences. As a distinguished member of the UK’s Association of British Investigators, we uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and ethical practices.

Our affiliation with The Institute of Professional Investigators and the World Association of Detectives Inc. underscores our commitment to global excellence in the investigative industry.

We also take pride in our membership with the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, which demonstrates our dedication to advancing forensic science and maintaining the highest level of expertise in our field.

Frequently Asked Questions

Blackmailers attempt to isolate their targets and instil panic. It is vital to secure any evidence and engage the necessary expertise to eliminate the threat at source.

Where clients have followed a mutually agreed plan of action, we have never failed to contain an extortion and blackmail threat. Research Associates seals its investigations within a legally binding non-disclosure agreement.

For a more detailed guide on how to handle blackmail, you can read our in-depth blog here.

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

The terms extortion and blackmail are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct legal definitions. While both involve threats, the nature of those threats differs significantly. Both crimes can cause severe reputational damage and are considered serious offenses.

Research Associates has vast experience handling high-profile cases involving extortion and blackmail with the utmost discretion.

For a more in-depth comparison between these two crimes and to understand their potential impact on you, [read our blog here].

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

Using specialised techniques, our private investigators can gather evidence, identify the perpetrator, and secure the clients’ privacy. Research Associates’ investigators specialise in discreetly retrieving hard evidence to neutralise the threat and protect the clients’ reputation.

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

It is generally advisable not to respond to the blackmailer’s demands. Engaging with them can potentially escalate the situation. We advise seeking specialist professional expertise at the earliest opportunity.

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

It is vital to act both swiftly and carefully. Start by protecting yourself and any potentially damaging information that can be used against you. Avoid making any payments or responding to the demands directly. Instead, focus on gathering all available evidence and do nothing that could jeopardise your security. Research Associates has the expertise to neutralise these threats.

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

It is perfectly legal to hire a private investigator in the United Kingdom. Private investigators operate within the boundaries of UK law and are subject to regulations and licensing requirements.  Research Associates is a highly reputable private investigator agency, assuring strict adherence to all legal requirements.

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

A private investigator in the UK can legally perform various tasks such as conducting surveillance, gathering evidence, performing background checks and more. However, they must operate within the boundaries of the law, which means they cannot do things like hack into private communications, trespass on private property, or make arrests. For a more detailed exploration of what private investigators can and cannot do in the UK, read our blog here.

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Whether you require discreet surveillance, background checks, blackmail investigations, or corporate intelligence, our experienced investigators are here to assist.

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    Meet the Team

    Leadership Team

    Paul Hawkes

    Director (MD) / Principal Investigator

    Harry Gottlieb

    Director / Senior Investigator