Attorney-Directed Investigations
Investigative Support Attorneys Can Direct With Confidence
Attorney-directed investigations are fact-gathering and technical support services performed under the direction of retained counsel, so the resulting work can be structured consistent with an attorney’s case strategy and, where applicable, the work-product considerations counsel controls. Redbeard’s licensed investigators support litigators nationwide with digital evidence intake, OSINT and cyber research, background and asset investigation, and court-ready documentation — working at the direction and pace your matter requires.
Who This Service Is For
We work with litigators handling civil disputes, family law matters, criminal defense, and corporate or commercial litigation who need an outside investigative team that understands deadlines, discovery obligations, and the standards a finding must meet before it reaches a judge or jury. This service is built for attorneys anywhere in the country, not only Florida-based counsel.
Why Litigators Work With Redbeard
Litigation support only helps a case if it holds up under scrutiny. Our investigators are trained to work at counsel’s direction, document their methods, and produce findings built to withstand challenge.
- Attorney-Directed Engagements
Every investigation proceeds under counsel’s direction and scope, so the work aligns with your case strategy from the outset.
- Work-Product Awareness
We structure intake and reporting with an awareness of work-product considerations counsel may want to preserve — general information, not legal advice.
- Chain-of-Custody-Aware Handling
Digital evidence is documented and logged with a handling record from intake forward, aware of the standards a case may require.
- Digital Evidence Intake
We accept and preserve messages, media, devices, and account data using documented intake procedures.
- Expert Declarations Where Appropriate
When a matter calls for it, our investigators can prepare a declaration or affidavit describing their methods and findings.
- Cyber, Crypto & OSINT Support
Cyber investigation, cryptocurrency tracing, and open-source research support litigation involving digital assets and online conduct.
What Attorney-Directed Investigations Cover
Redbeard supports litigation teams with a range of investigative and technical services, scoped and directed by retained counsel. Typical engagements include locating and interviewing witnesses, conducting background and public-record research on parties and witnesses, surveillance where lawful and appropriate to the matter, asset location research, digital evidence preservation and documentation, and open-source (OSINT) research into online conduct, communications, or affiliations relevant to a case. Work is defined by counsel’s scope, not by an investigator’s own initiative, and we check in with the directing attorney as findings develop.
Types of Matters We Support
We assist counsel across a range of practice areas. In civil litigation, that often means asset and background research, witness location, and documentation of online or digital conduct relevant to damages or liability. In family law matters, engagements can include lawful surveillance, asset location, and digital evidence review conducted at counsel’s direction. Criminal defense counsel engage us for independent fact investigation, witness location, and review of digital evidence the defense needs examined outside the prosecution’s own findings. Corporate and commercial litigation often involves OSINT research, digital forensics coordination, and background investigation of opposing parties or witnesses.
Digital Evidence and Chain-of-Custody-Aware Handling
Many modern cases turn on digital evidence — text messages, social media activity, emails, account records, or device data. When counsel directs us to intake this material, we document what was received, from whom, and when, and we maintain a handling record as the material moves through our process. This chain-of-custody-aware approach is intended to support, not replace, the forensic and evidentiary standards your jurisdiction and the matter require; we work alongside your forensic examiners and experts rather than in place of them when specialized forensic certification is needed.
Work-Product Considerations
Attorneys frequently direct investigative work specifically because it is performed at their direction and in anticipation of litigation. We structure our engagement letters, intake, and reporting to reflect that the investigation is directed by counsel, and we follow the reporting format and communication channel your firm prefers. This page describes general information about how we support that structure; whether specific material qualifies for work-product protection is a legal determination for your firm to make, not something Redbeard can advise on.
Expert Declarations and Testimony Support
Where a matter calls for it, our investigators can prepare a declaration or affidavit describing the methods used and the findings reached, written in plain, defensible language. We are also available to discuss findings with counsel in preparation for deposition or hearing testimony. We do not overstate conclusions or speculate beyond what the evidence supports — a declaration is only useful to your case if it holds up under cross-examination.
Cyber, Cryptocurrency & OSINT Support for Litigation
Litigation increasingly involves digital assets, online accounts, and internet-based conduct. We support counsel with open-source intelligence research into parties, witnesses, and online activity; documentation of social media and messaging evidence with attention to provenance; and cryptocurrency and blockchain research when a matter involves digital-asset transfers or disputes. This work is conducted using lawful, open-source, and publicly accessible methods, and findings are documented so they can be reviewed and, where appropriate, presented in court.
Deliverables Attorneys Need
We build our reporting around what a litigation file actually requires: a clear written report of methods and findings, supporting documentation such as photographs, screenshots with provenance notes, or records obtained lawfully, a chain-of-handling log for physical or digital evidence, and, where appropriate, a declaration or affidavit suitable for filing. We format deliverables to fit your firm’s practice and can adjust the level of detail to match whether a finding is headed for internal case-strategy use or for the court record.
How Engagements Begin
Most engagements start with a confidential consultation between our team and the directing attorney to define scope, timeline, and the standard the findings need to meet. We provide a clear estimate before work begins and keep counsel updated as the investigation progresses, so there are no surprises when findings are ready to review. Because we work at counsel’s direction, we adjust scope as your case develops rather than treating the initial engagement as fixed.
Confidentiality and Legal Compliance
Redbeard Intelligence and Investigations performs all investigative work through lawful methods. We do not access accounts without authorization, intercept communications, or use techniques the law does not permit, and we follow the directing attorney’s instructions on scope and communication. This page offers general information about how we support litigation, not legal advice; only your attorney can advise you on privilege, work-product protection, or case strategy.
Nationwide Support for Litigation Counsel
With corporate offices Orlando and Naples, Redbeard is a team of Florida-licensed investigators who support attorneys nationwide. Litigation support work, particularly digital evidence, OSINT, and cyber investigation, is well suited to remote coordination, and we regularly work with counsel outside Florida on matters that call for our capabilities.
Talk to Us in Confidence
If your firm needs an investigative team that understands how to work at counsel’s direction, contact Redbeard Intelligence and Investigations at (888) 564-8300 or email contact@redbeardpi.com to discuss your matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you only work with Florida attorneys?
No. While Redbeard is a Florida-licensed agency with corporate offices Orlando and Naples, we support litigation counsel nationwide, particularly on matters involving digital evidence, OSINT, and cyber investigation.
Can your findings be protected as attorney work product?
Investigations directed by counsel in anticipation of litigation are often structured with that in mind, but whether specific material qualifies for work-product protection is a legal determination for your firm to make. This page offers general information, not legal advice.
Can your investigators provide a declaration or testify?
Where a matter calls for it, our investigators can prepare a declaration or affidavit describing their methods and findings, and can be available to discuss findings with counsel ahead of deposition or hearing testimony.
Do you handle digital evidence like text messages and social media?
Yes. We intake and document digital evidence such as messages, social media activity, and account records using chain-of-custody-aware handling procedures, working alongside your forensic experts when specialized certification is required.
How do we begin working with your firm?
Most engagements start with a confidential consultation with the directing attorney to define scope and timeline. Call (888) 564-8300 or email contact@redbeardpi.com to discuss your matter.
Partner With Investigators Who Understand Litigation Support
Litigation moves on deadlines and documentation, not guesswork. Redbeard’s licensed investigators work at counsel’s direction nationwide — handling digital evidence intake, OSINT and cyber research, and court-ready reporting — while leaving privilege and legal strategy decisions where they belong, with your firm.
What is the cost? | how does it work?
At Redbeard Intelligence & Investigations, we offer upfront, transparent pricing that reflects the specific details and complexity of each case. Instead of vague estimates or hidden charges, we provide clear, upfront pricing tailored to your investigation’s unique requirements—without unexpected fees, hidden costs, or additional unexpected expenses. Our goal is to offer efficient, high-quality investigative and intelligence solutions with transparency and peace of mind.
To begin an investigation, intelligence operation, or technical security assessment, the first step is a confidential consultation via phone or email with one of our experienced professionals. During this initial discussion, we will gather key details about your situation to determine the most effective strategy tailored to your needs. Whether you require private investigative services, intelligence gathering, or technical security solutions, our team will develop a customized plan designed to achieve your objectives. Based on the specific requirements of your case, we will then provide a transparent price quote and/or invoice for the cost of the services needed. Throughout the process, we ensure clear and consistent communication, keeping you informed of any significant developments. Upon completion, you will receive a comprehensive written report detailing our findings, along with any supporting evidence such as photos, video documentation, or technical security assessments.
Helpful Guides
Contact us through phone or email for an initial discussion and provide key details about your needs.
Based on the specific requirements of your case, you'll will receive a flat-rate price quote and invoice for the cost of the services needed.
With pricing and mutual terms accepted, payment will be collected for the predetermined costs, and you'll officially become our client.
Throughout the process, we keep you informed of any significant developments. Upon completion, you will receive a written report detailing our findings, along with any supporting evidence or documentation.
