Confidential Investigations for Legal, Corporate, and HR Needs
Whether you’re dealing with fraud, internal misconduct, or the exit of a high-risk employee, Swailes & Company conducts discreet investigations to uncover the facts and support confident decision-making. We provide clear, defensible findings tailored to your legal or business needs.
What We Investigate
- Employee misconduct or theft
- Trade secret misappropriation
- Litigation Support
- Harassment or hostile work environment claims
- Conflicts of interest or undisclosed relationships
- Asset tracing and background intelligence
- Post-employment IP misuse
Our Services Include
Internal Investigations
Workplace issues require discretion, speed, and objectivity. Swailes & Company conducts internal investigations to uncover the facts behind allegations of misconduct, fraud, harassment, policy violations, and other sensitive matters. We work quietly to minimize disruption, protect reputations, and preserve evidence. Our findings are thoroughly documented and delivered in clear, defensible reports that support HR actions, legal decisions, or internal reviews.
Digital Investigations
Digital activity often holds the key to uncovering what happened and when it occurred. Swailes & Company conducts targeted digital investigations to analyze emails, file access, browser activity, device usage, cloud accounts, and more. We identify evidence of policy violations, data theft, misconduct, or sabotage using forensically sound methods. Whether part of a broader investigation or a standalone case, our digital findings are fully documented and ready for legal or HR review.
Exit Interviews & Risk Analysis
Employee departures can pose serious risks, especially when the individual had access to sensitive data, customers and pricing, or intellectual property. Swailes & Company conducts post-exit risk assessments and interviews to identify potential exposure, preserve evidence, and reduce the chance of data leakage or competitive harm. We assess digital activity, flag suspicious behavior, and help you take proactive steps to protect proprietary information before or after an employee walks out the door.
Asset & Background Intelligence
When you need to know more than what’s on paper, Swailes & Company delivers actionable intelligence. We uncover hidden assets, undisclosed relationships, litigation history, business affiliations, and financial red flags, often missed by routine background checks. Whether you’re evaluating a potential partner, tracing financial misconduct, or preparing for litigation, our investigations provide clear, verified insights to support your strategy and reduce risk.
Expert Witness Support
When an investigation leads to legal action, Swailes & Company provides expert witness services to support your case with clarity and credibility. Our licensed investigators and forensic professionals prepare detailed, defensible reports and are available to testify in depositions, hearings, and court proceedings. We translate complex findings into plain language, helping judges, juries, and legal teams understand the evidence and its relevance to your matter.
Security Risk Assessments & Cybersecurity Audits
Swailes & Company provides in-depth security risk assessments that examine both digital and physical vulnerabilities across your organization. We evaluate access controls, user behavior, endpoint security, and policy compliance to identify gaps that could lead to data loss, misconduct, or exposure. Our cybersecurity audits focus on internal risks, such as excessive user privileges, unmonitored data access, or risky behavior by employees or contractors. Findings are delivered in clear, actionable reports designed to support legal, HR, and executive decision-making, while strengthening your overall risk posture.
Our Methodology
Every investigation begins with a consultation to understand your objectives. From there, we combine human intelligence, digital forensics (when needed), and ethical investigative techniques to produce clear, documented findings.
Who We Work With
- Law firms
- General Counsel
- Human Resources departments
- Executive leadership and boards
- Security directors and risk officers
Why Swailes?
- Certified Veteran-Owned and Operated
- Licensed Investigators (Texas DPS #A06659)
- Experienced in legal, corporate, and HR-sensitive matters
- Objective, ethical, and discreet
- Trusted across industries for over 30 years