Critical Intelligence

Why conduct interviews?

An industrial equipment company wanted to hire a Chief Financial Officer with experience in the industry. A thorough public records background check on a top candidate suggested that he had an umblemished record. However, only interviews with former business associates revealed that the candidate he had been at the center of a major accounting scandal at his former company and forced to resign.

 

Litigation Investigations:

 

We work with attorneys in a wide variety of complex litigation scenarios to develop key facts and evidence to support their cases. Often this involves profiling opposing parties; identifying, locating and interviewing witnesses; and procuring hard to get information.

Investigative Due Diligence:

 

It is critical for businesses to conduct comprehensive due diligence prior to a merger, acquisition, significant investment, or strategic relationship with a partner or key vendor. Our background checks of companies and principals are designed to get you the information you need to make the right business decision.

 

Executive-Level Background Checks:

 

Most public companies view background checks for new executives or board members as an essential precaution these days. The price of making a mistake is simply too steep. Companies need complete confidence that they can they trust the background and reputation of new hires.

 

Fraud Investigations:

 

Exigent specializes in investigating fraud, whether internal or external. We assist our clients uncover evidence of wrongdoing, and often put together a case that can be taken directly to law enforcement. We are registered with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

 

Corporate Contests/Proxy Fights:

 

Proxy fights are often the most critical time for management to retain experienced investigators. We assist clients and their legal teams develop and execute defense strategy by analysing opponents' track records and relevant issues related to the competency and reputation of the proposed slate of directors.

 

Employment Investigations:

 

We investigate workplace claims of sexual harassment and discrimination. Working with the company and its attorneys, we gather facts, assess credibility, and examine supporting evidence to evaluate the issues in a fair and unbiased manner.

 

Intellectual Property/Trade Secrets Investigations

 

The infringement of intellectual assets and theft of trade secrets by employees and competitors is a growing and costly problem. We have extensive experience working with clients to develop strategies to investigate these types of cases in the U.S. and abroad in countries such as China and India.

 

 

 

Professional Services