The Facts That
Protect Everything
You've Built.

Litigation-grade intelligence for attorneys, corporations, and high-net-worth clients. We uncover what others miss — hidden assets, hidden histories, hidden risk — before it's too late.

🔒 100% confidential · No obligation · Response within 1 business day
54,000+Solved Cases
40,000+Investigation Hours
3,500+Satisfied Clients
90%Returning Clients
4.9 ★Satisfaction Rate
25+Years of Experience
Est. 2017Weston, Florida
Fortune 500Clients Served
54,000+Solved Cases
40,000+Investigation Hours
3,500+Satisfied Clients
90%Returning Clients
4.9 ★Satisfaction Rate
25+Years of Experience
Est. 2017Weston, Florida
Fortune 500Clients Served
Our Services

Intelligence-Grade
Investigations for
High-Stakes Decisions

01
Corporate Due Diligence
Full-scope intelligence on any entity before you sign. We verify what filings conceal and surface what principals prefer to keep hidden.
  • Ultimate beneficial ownership (UBO) mapping
  • Financial stability & liability analysis
  • Subsidiary & shell entity discovery
  • Sanctions, PEP & adverse media screening
  • Pre-acquisition integrity assessment
02
Financial Investigations
Follow the money with forensic precision. We untangle complex financial structures, trace illicit fund flows, and document findings to evidentiary standards.
  • Fraud examination & forensic accounting
  • Fund flow tracing across jurisdictions
  • Ponzi scheme & embezzlement analysis
  • Expert financial witness preparation
  • Internal audit support & reconstruction
03
Asset Tracing & Recovery
Locate hidden wealth across domestic and international boundaries. We map offshore structures, identify nominees, and build the intelligence base for legal recovery action.
  • Domestic & international asset location
  • Offshore account & real estate discovery
  • Nominee & proxy ownership identification
  • Cryptocurrency & digital asset tracing
  • Pre-judgment attachment intelligence
04
Background Investigations
Deep-profile individuals before you hire, partner, or invest. We go beyond public records to validate identity, history, and character at executive depth.
  • Multi-jurisdiction criminal & civil records
  • Employment & credential verification
  • Professional license & disciplinary history
  • Adverse media & reputation intelligence
  • Reference & social network analysis
05
Compliance Investigations
Navigate regulatory complexity with confidence. Our compliance investigations meet FCPA, AML, and international anti-corruption standards — and hold up under regulatory scrutiny.
  • AML & KYC enhanced due diligence
  • FCPA & anti-bribery investigations
  • OFAC & global sanctions screening
  • Internal misconduct & whistleblower inquiry
  • Third-party vendor risk assessment
06
Litigation Support
Trusted by attorneys and law firms requiring investigation-backed intelligence for civil, criminal, and arbitration proceedings. Court-ready documentation as standard.
  • Evidence gathering & chain of custody
  • Witness location & interview coordination
  • Digital forensics & e-discovery support
  • Expert testimony & affidavit preparation
  • Judgment enforcement intelligence
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Our Way

The 4D Intelligence Process

Every engagement follows our proven four-phase methodology — built for precision, defensibility, and results.

1
Discover
  • Initial consultation
  • Define scope and objectives
  • Identify key areas of focus
2
Dive
  • In-depth research and investigation
  • Utilize advanced tools and databases
  • Conduct interviews and field work
3
Distill
  • Analyze and verify information
  • Identify patterns and red flags
  • Synthesize findings into actionable intelligence
4
Deliver
  • Prepare clear, comprehensive reports
  • Present findings and recommendations
  • Provide ongoing support and follow-up
Why Choose Us

What Sets DD Apart

01
Enhanced Expertise & Efficiency
Access specialized legal research not available internally. 24/7 capability for faster turnaround. Lets your lawyers focus on higher-value strategy.
02
Cost-Effectiveness & Scalability
Pay-as-you-go model. Flexible research capacity that scales up or down with demand. Enterprise-level tools without high subscription costs.
03
Quality & Consistency
Rigorous quality control processes. Consistent research methodologies and documentation. Multiple researchers for cross-checking accuracy.
04
Technological Advantages
AI and machine learning tools for improved research. Data analytics capabilities for deeper insights. Competitive edge without significant IT investment.
Leadership

Dr. Jacques Houssou, Ph.D.

CFE · MBA Leicester · MPhil & Ph.D. Walden University

Internationally recognized investigative consultant with over 25 years of experience in cyber-enabled asset tracing, fraud examination, and strategic risk management. Former IBM executive and U.S. Government contractor with a decade of federal consulting experience.

Advisor to global institutions including the UN FAO and the Third World Trade Institute in West Africa. Trusted by high-profile clients including the NFL, Gloria Estefan, Thierry Isambert, and Transparency International. Speaker for the American Society for Public Administration.

Former IBM Executive U.S. Gov Contractor UN FAO Advisor Certified Fraud Examiner 25+ Years Experience
Dr. Jacques Houssou, Ph.D.
The Intelligence Network

Our Investigative Team

A curated network of former federal agents, field investigators, and financial crime specialists — each vetted for operational excellence and professional integrity.

Federal Law Enforcement Veterans
01
Elmer W. Foster
ATF Special Agent (Ret.) · 26+ Years
Firearms Trafficking Organized Crime Executive Protection

A decorated veteran of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives with over 26 years of service in the Miami Field Division. Mr. Foster specialized in complex firearms trafficking investigations and organized crime dismantlement. He now leads Foster Protection and Investigative Services, bringing federal-grade intelligence and litigation support capabilities to corporate and legal clients.

Firearms Trafficking Organized Crime Executive Protection Litigation Support
02
Joseph M. Deters
FBI Asst. Special Agent in Charge (Ret.) · 20+ Years
Terrorism Public Corruption National Security

Former FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge and Legal Attaché to Central America, Mr. Deters brings over two decades of high-stakes federal investigative experience across terrorism, organized crime, public corruption, and national security. His tenure as a Legal Attaché provides rare insight into cross-border intelligence coordination and international investigative operations.

Terrorism Organized Crime Public Corruption National Security
03
Kevin Parker
FBI Special Agent (Ret.) · Cyber Action Team
Cybercrime Digital Forensics Counterintelligence

A former member of the FBI's elite Cyber Action Team, Mr. Parker is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). His expertise spans cybercrime investigations, state-sponsored intrusions, digital forensics, and counterintelligence — making him an indispensable resource for matters involving electronic evidence, data breaches, and cyber-enabled fraud.

Cybercrime Digital Forensics Counterintelligence CISSP · CISM Certified
Field & Surveillance Investigators
04
Gary Marcelin
CEO, Eyes on You Investigations · 20+ Years
Covert Surveillance Fraud Investigations Multilingual

Chief Executive of Eyes on You Investigations with over 20 years of field experience in covert surveillance, fraud investigation, and litigation support. Mr. Marcelin is fluent in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and French — a strategic asset in South Florida's diverse investigative landscape and in international matters requiring nuanced cultural and linguistic competency.

Covert Surveillance Fraud Investigations Litigation Support EN · ES · HT · FR
05
Irwin L. Braddy
Miami-Dade Corrections (Ret.) · 20+ Years
Workers' Comp Premises Liability Witness Interviews

With over 20 years of service at Miami-Dade Corrections, Mr. Braddy specializes in workers' compensation investigations, premises liability surveillance, and witness interviews. His institutional knowledge of law enforcement procedure and fieldwork discipline makes him a reliable resource for insurance fraud detection and legal claim verification.

Workers' Comp Investigations Premises Liability Surveillance Witness Interviews
Financial Crime & Forensics
06
Jackyan Bowra
Former CFPB Enforcement Investigator · CFE · CCI
Forensic Accounting Asset Tracing Crypto Investigations

A Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Compliance Investigator (CCI), Mr. Bowra brings rare dual expertise from his tenures at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Enforcement Division and the Florida Office of Financial Regulation. He specializes in forensic accounting, hidden asset tracing, cryptocurrency investigations, and complex white-collar fraud — providing the analytical firepower critical to financial due diligence, litigation preparation, and regulatory matters.

Forensic Accounting Asset Tracing Crypto Investigations White-Collar Fraud CFE · CCI Certified
Client Testimonials

Trusted by Attorneys,
Executives & Counsel Worldwide

"

I engaged AF1 Protective Agency's Due Diligence Specialist division to support a complex post-sale dispute involving undisclosed financial gains. The sellers had withheld critical asset disclosures during the business transaction, and my client needed to assess recovery options. AF1's investigative team conducted a comprehensive asset search that uncovered material financial activity benefiting the new ownership, activity that had been intentionally concealed. Their findings were timely, thorough, and court-ready, which gave my client critical leverage during litigation. I trust AF1 and recommend them for any attorney needing discreet, high-impact financial investigation.

Michelle Karinne Notte
Esq. — Florida Entrepreneur Law
★★★★★
"

Following the signing of a Letter of Intent by our buyer, we engaged AF1 Protective Agency's Due Diligence Specialist division to perform a full-scale investigative review prior to closing on the acquisition of a manufacturing facility. Their team led a multidimensional due diligence operation covering legal standing, financial health, regulatory compliance, operational risk, and executive background checks on the CEO, CFO, and CTO of the target company. They also assessed the regulatory landscape related to the planned conversion of the facility. Their thorough reporting and investigative insights were invaluable in guiding our client's negotiation and risk analysis. AF1 has become our go-to resource for all acquisition-related due diligence.

Mejia & Associates
Corporate Acquisition Counsel
★★★★★
"

When one of my longstanding clients was unexpectedly denied re-entry into the U.S. despite prior visa approvals, I turned to AF1 Protective Agency's Due Diligence Specialist division for a comprehensive background investigation. Their team conducted a multi-jurisdictional criminal records search, covering the client's country of origin, INTERPOL alerts, and U.S. domestic databases. Their findings conclusively established that the client had no prior or current criminal record, which helped support our immigration appeal. The professionalism, discretion, and speed with which AF1 handled this sensitive matter were outstanding. Their work was pivotal to advancing our client's legal standing.

Higuera Immigration Law
Immigration Counsel
★★★★★
"

We engaged AF1 Protective Agency's Due Diligence Specialist division to conduct a comprehensive background investigation on a candidate for an associate attorney position. Their screening covered educational credentials, employment verification, professional licensing, litigation history, and criminal background, domestic and international. The report was detailed, well-organized, and delivered promptly, which helped inform our hiring decision with confidence. In a field where reputational risk is everything, AF1's discretion and thoroughness were deeply appreciated.

LyLy Dorsey
Kalis, Kleiman & Wolfe
★★★★★
"

Jacques Houssou and the entire Due Diligence team provided us with a lot of expertise during a massive deal for us, given that we have been in business for more than a decade. We took comfort in the entire team's expertise, but we valued Jacques's deep understanding of Information Technology Management. Jacques knew many nuisances and brought a lot of value and comfort to us and sound advice. The team exhibited speed in helping us and a foundational understanding of what we needed during a stressful time. Everybody's responsiveness was incredible to meet essential deadlines and answer questions.

Petra Holusova
Corporate Counsel
★★★★★
"

In the competitive world of due diligence services, Due Diligence Specialist consistently provides high quality and comprehensive reports. I regularly recommend Due Diligence Specialist to compliance professionals who need professional, cost-effective, and timely, due diligence investigations around the globe. Due Diligence Specialist representatives are responsive and solution oriented to meet the client's needs.

Massimo Reboa
Esq. — Reboa Law Firm
★★★★★
"

As a construction and surety attorney, it is essential for me to work with investigative professionals who operate with precision and discretion. I retained AF1 Protective Agency and their Due Diligence Specialist division to locate a critical individual involved in a complex dispute. Their team delivered actionable results swiftly, using legally compliant methods that upheld evidentiary standards. I was impressed with their professionalism, responsiveness, and accuracy. I would not hesitate to retain them again or recommend their services to other legal professionals.

Jonathan Cohen
Jonathan P. Cohen, P.A. — Surety & Construction Law
★★★★★

How Exposed
Are You, Really?

Most people only discover their vulnerabilities after a deal goes wrong, a partner disappears, or assets vanish. Our free Personal Security Assessment gives you a clear picture of your risk profile — before you're blindsided.

  • 01
    Answer 4 quick questions Tell us about your situation, exposure level, and the intelligence gaps that concern you most.
  • 02
    Receive your risk profile We generate a preliminary assessment score identifying your key risk vectors and vulnerabilities.
  • 03
    Get actionable next steps A licensed investigator reviews your profile and contacts you within one business day with recommendations.
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