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Meticulously Thorough Due Diligence

Research Associates’ due diligence investigations offerings are both exhaustively comprehensive and discreet. We ensure that the subject remains wholly unaware of our examination.

Our methods are entirely subtle and result in a clear, unambiguous understanding of an individual’s or a company’s past and status. We gather information from qualified contacts, open-source intelligence (OSInt), and in some cases, legally permissible observation and surveillance.

Research Associates fastidious investigations bring a sense of security in personal and professional dealings.

When engaging in partnerships or significant investments, due diligence services provide a crucial insight to a company’s operations. This includes assessing a potential partner, examining the supply chain, and conducting private inquiries into key stakeholders.

Due diligence identifies specific issues that could lead to reputational damage or fraud.

Routine Background Check

Research Associates’ routine background check includes the following aspects:

  • Identity and reputation Verification: full name, address, contact details, births/deaths/marriages, electoral register, NI number/passport/driving licence (where provided)
  • Financial History: credit history, bankruptcy & insolvency searches, CCJs and judgements

Bespoke Background Check

We offer bespoke background checks with the option to include any or all of the following:

  • Background screenings
  • Business relationships
  • Company corporate structure
  • Global KYC screenings (for compliance and security)
  • International criminality reports
  • Investigation
  • Location checks
  • Negative media verification
  • Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Reports
  • Reputation verification

Due Diligence Investigations

Research Associates’ due diligence covers every aspect from the financial and legal, to the operational and environmental. This extremely thorough due diligence investigation involves meticulous scrutiny of financial records, public records, and proprietary databases to uncover any hidden liabilities, financial problems, or other potential risks.

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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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How It Works

Our Investigation Process

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

01

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.

03

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.

Association of British Investigators Investigators Institute of Professional W.A.D The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences

Frequently Asked Questions

Due diligence and background check services involve a thorough investigation into an individual’s or company’s history, reputation, and credentials. This includes verifying personal information, professional history, financial stability, and legal compliance to assess credibility and risk.

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A background check can reveal various details such as employment history, educational background, criminal records, credit history, legal disputes, and public profiles. The scope of the check depends on the client’s requirements and the nature of the investigation.

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Yes, our global network and resources enable us to conduct thorough background checks and due diligence on an international scale, taking into account local laws and cultural nuances.

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Since 1977, we’ve been known for our outstanding quality of service, which includes professional and experienced investigators, access to legal intelligence, state-of-the-art techniques, comprehensive coverage, fast response, and excellent standards of practice.

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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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Absolutely, you can trust that your case will remain confidential when you hire our agency. We consider confidentiality a top priority and take several measures to ensure it. Our private investigators are trained to handle cases discreetly, and we offer consultations protected by Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs). These legally binding agreements guarantee that any information shared during the consultation and throughout the investigation will remain strictly confidential. You can have full confidence that your privacy is protected when working with us.

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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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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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    Meet the Team

    Leadership Team

    Paul Hawkes

    Director (MD) / Principal Investigator

    Harry Gottlieb

    Director / Senior Investigator