How Work Is Structured
I work with a limited number of clients who require confidential, legally compliant investigative work handled personally by a licensed investigator with decades of experience.
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My practice is intentionally selective. I do not operate as a volume firm, nor do I compete with commodity investigators or surveillance-only providers. Most matters are handled through flat-rate project engagements or day-rate access, depending on risk, urgency, and complexity.
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I approach fees with discretion and clarity. Each investigative, cybersecurity, blackmail, or high-stakes matter is considered individually, so you’re paying only for the work your situation requires. My rates are structured by the day rather than the hour, reflecting the depth of analysis and continuity a sophisticated investigation demands. A full day’s attention allows me to work with precision—whether I’m at my desk or in the field.
Fee Structure For Investigative and Cyber Investigations
For blackmail and sextortion help, see Blackmail Defense Fees
Case Assessment & Engagement Review
When required, should I need to assess your case beyond a phone consultation, my intake process is designed to evaluate suitability before investigative work begins.
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Typical fee from: $395-1,500
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This phase may include:
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Secure intake and review of documents, information and learning more beyond a consultation
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Risk and legal exposure assessment
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Jurisdictional and compliance review
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Investigation design and scope definition
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Go / no-go recommendation
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Not all matters are accepted. If your situation is not appropriate for lawful or responsible investigation, you will be advised accordingly.
Day-Rate Access
For time-sensitive or high-urgency matters requiring focused attention:
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Standard Day Rate: starting at $2,500/day
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Priority / Sensitive Matters: from $4,500
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Travel, standby, and on-call access priced separately
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Every matter is different and needs to be reviewed on the particulars.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Complex or High-Stakes Situations
Typical range: $20,000+
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These matters often involve high-stakes:
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Executive or professional exposure concerns
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Cybersecurity
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High-conflict family or fiduciary issues
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Multi-jurisdiction investigations
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Heightened confidentiality requirements
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At this level, clients are engaging senior-level investigative judgment, not task-based services.​​​​​​​​
Flat-Rate Investigation Projects and Cell Phone or Device Forensics
Flat-rate pricing is preferred by clients who value clarity, discretion, and cost certainty.
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Matters such as certain record searches will start from $832. This may include data searches or asset investigations, background checks, locating a person, etc.
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Standard Investigative Engagements
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Typical range: $832 – $4,500
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Examples include:
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Cell phone forensics from $2500
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Digital lifestyle tracing/surveillance from $1750
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Background or due diligence inquiries
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Asset searches/investigation from $1200 - $3500
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Each engagement is custom-scoped.​​​​​​​
Advisory & Legal Support (Hourly)
Hourly billing is reserved for advisory and professional support, including:
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Attorney consulting and litigation support​
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Strategy and compliance advisory
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Or, private clients wishing to pay by the hour who are comfortable with a 4 hour minimum.​
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$450-600/ per hour plus expenses with a 6 hour minimum​​​​​​​​​​​
Retainer Engagements (Select Clients)
For clients requiring ongoing access or priority availability:
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Monthly retainers begin at $6,500
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Priority access retainers at $8,000
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Scope, response times, and availability defined contractually
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Retainers are offered selectively and subject to capacity.
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What to Expect
✔ Personally handled by a licensed investigator
✔ Confidential, lawful, and defensible methods
✔ Senior-level discretion and judgment
✔ Designed for serious matters and serious clients
✖ Not a surveillance mill
✖ Not a budget service
✖ Not suitable for speculative or curiosity-based inquiries