Taking a long, hard look at a potential business, individual, or the deal itself before proceeding is one of the wisest things a business can do. Whatever it takes, it can prove to be the most valuable exercise undertaken. That look could uncover a naked shell corporation, a potential business partner lacking resources, outstanding litigation which could imperil a business deal, or information that the individual does not really have the background he claims. While those outcomes are embarrassing, far worse, not knowing could put your business resources and reputation at risk.

Often, prior to mergers and acquisitions, law firms for those involved direct that an outside audit and due diligence be carried out by professional investigators like those of Investigations International.

We have been regularly called upon by law firms to assist in pre-merger, and pre-acquisition investigations of corporations and their key personnel, and have provided due diligence to law firms representing major pension funds before embarking on major investments. Those investigations have taken a hard, close look at individuals, corporations, and other business enterprises prior to investment decisions involving tens of millions of dollars.

Such due diligence investigations look into the company’s and individual’s financial and operating history, litigation, media information, employee lawsuits, criminal actions, statutory filings, asset ownership, hidden interests, conflicts of interest, client base, and any misrepresentations or non-disclosures which could affect the deal under consideration.

Our due diligence also involves our forensic accountants examination of corporate financial filings to identify problem areas, outside audit firm missteps, or issues which may have been overlooked in audits.