UK-Based Private Intelligence & Investigation — Serving the United States
Remote intelligence and investigative support for US individuals, law firms, and corporations. Conducted by a UK-based firm to the highest evidential standards — legally, discreetly, and with precision.
Full Professional Indemnity Insurance and Public Liability Insurance held. Certificate available on request.
All intelligence gathered using lawful, open-source, and permissible means. No wire-tapping, trespass, or unlawful interception.
Evidence gathered and documented to civil and criminal admissibility standards. Full chain-of-custody provided on every instruction.
Your matter is handled with complete confidentiality. Mutual non-disclosure is a contractual obligation on every engagement.
Whether you need discreet personal investigative support or institutional-grade intelligence for your firm, Imperial PI delivers to the same uncompromising standard.
Institutional-grade intelligence for law firms, private equity, compliance teams, and in-house legal counsel. We operate as a remote intelligence partner — delivering research, OSINT, and structured risk assessments that inform critical business decisions.
Sensitive, professional investigative support for individuals navigating personal matters — from relationship concerns to online harassment, cold cases, and missing persons. All conducted remotely using lawful, digital investigative methods.
Remote, data-led investigation and intelligence services for US clients. Delivered by a UK-based firm to the highest professional and evidential standards.
Independent research into unresolved historic cases using open-source intelligence, public records, court documents, and digital archiving. We compile comprehensive intelligence packages that can supplement ongoing or renewed legal proceedings.
Data-led locate research for families and legal representatives seeking to find a missing individual. Using OSINT, public databases, social media intelligence, and digital footprint analysis — conducted entirely remotely and lawfully.
Comprehensive background research on individuals using publicly available, lawfully accessible databases and open-source intelligence. Suitable for personal due diligence, pre-relationship checks, or general verification purposes.
Professional locate research to identify current address or contact information for a subject. Conducted entirely via data and open-source methods — no physical surveillance or field operations involved. Suitable for legal, personal, or debt-recovery contexts.
Structured intelligence gathering to identify, document, and profile individuals engaged in online harassment, stalking, or coordinated abuse campaigns. Evidence compiled to support legal action, cease-and-desist, or law enforcement referral.
A thorough review of an individual's digital and public reputation — what is publicly visible, where it originates, and whether any information is inaccurate, defamatory, or potentially damaging. Useful before business, legal, or personal engagements.
Discreet intelligence research to support personal concerns about a partner's activity, associations, or honesty. Conducted entirely via digital and open-source methods. No physical surveillance. All research is lawful and conducted with absolute sensitivity.
A comprehensive digital investigation into a specific individual — their identity, associations, history, financial indicators, and online presence. Suitable for personal, legal, or due diligence purposes where detailed subject profiling is required.
Targeted intelligence research to identify the source of defamatory statements, false allegations, or reputation attacks online. Evidence compiled to support civil legal action, platform takedowns, or attorney correspondence.
Strategic OSINT and intelligence research on entities, markets, and individuals to support corporate decision-making. Delivered as structured intelligence reports for executive teams, boards, and legal counsel. Particularly suited to M&A contexts, market entry, and competitive intelligence.
Comprehensive pre-transaction, pre-instruction, or pre-investment due diligence research on individuals and entities. Structured to meet institutional compliance requirements and designed to surface reputational, financial, or legal risk before it becomes a liability.
Corporate-level reputation monitoring, adverse content identification, and defamation intelligence for organisations, executives, and legal teams. Source attribution, evidence preservation, and structured reporting for legal proceedings or executive protection purposes.
Intelligence-led research to support fraud investigations at the pre-field or pre-litigation stage. We compile comprehensive background intelligence, financial indicators, and entity mapping to inform your legal strategy or referral to enforcement agencies.
Pre-litigation and ongoing litigation research support for attorneys, law firms, and in-house legal teams. We locate, compile, and document intelligence that supports case strategy — from witness background research to digital evidence preservation and subject profiling.
Structured intelligence research to support insider threat identification, risk profiling, and pre-disciplinary or pre-litigation investigation. We research individuals of concern to identify external associations, financial vulnerabilities, and digital activity that may indicate risk.
Pre-contract third-party vendor screening to support procurement, compliance, and supply chain risk management. We research vendor entities and key principals to identify reputational, financial, regulatory, or legal risk before contract execution.
Pre-partnership and joint-venture intelligence research on prospective business partners, investors, and co-founders. We surface the reputational, financial, and legal factors that standard reference checks will never reveal.
Intelligence research to support intellectual property theft, brand infringement, and counterfeiting investigations. We identify infringing parties, map their networks, and compile evidence packages suitable for attorney use, cease-and-desist action, or civil litigation.
Research to locate and document assets held by a subject, entity, or judgment debtor using public records, corporate filings, property registers, and OSINT. Structured to support enforcement, freezing orders, or litigation strategy.
Blockchain analysis and cryptocurrency tracing to follow digital asset movements, identify wallet clusters, and support fraud, theft, or dispute resolution proceedings. Delivered as structured intelligence reports suitable for attorney or enforcement use.
A structured, intelligence-led approach ensures every case is handled with precision, discretion, and maximum evidential value — from first contact to final report.
A free, no-obligation consultation to understand your matter, assess feasibility, and discuss your options with complete discretion. Available by email, phone, or video.
We design a tailored research plan. Scope, methods, timeline, and fees are agreed in writing before any work commences. No surprises.
Our team executes the agreed plan using lawful, open-source, and digital investigative methods. You receive progress updates throughout the engagement.
A comprehensive written intelligence report with timestamped evidence, source documentation, and chain-of-custody records — delivered securely in a format suitable for legal or business use.
We never use deception that constitutes a criminal offence, intercept private communications, or engage in any form of unlawful data acquisition. Every method is legally permissible — so your intelligence stands up when it matters.
You work directly with the lead investigator — not a call centre or account manager. Clear communication, honest progress updates, and real decisions made by the person actually doing the work.
All fees are agreed in writing before work begins. Fixed-fee options available across most service types. No hidden costs, no scope creep without consent, no invoice surprises.
As a UK-based firm operating remotely across the United States, we bring the evidential standards, regulatory discipline, and investigative rigour of the UK professional intelligence sector — applied to your US matter.
All fees agreed in writing before work begins. No hidden costs. USD pricing for US clients.
All fees confirmed in writing before commencement. View full terms.
All fees confirmed in writing before commencement. View full terms.
Every engagement is underpinned by formal accreditation, regulatory compliance, and independently verified professional standards.
Imperial PI operates in full compliance with the Association of British Investigators Code of Conduct — the UK's foremost professional standard governing lawful methods, data handling, and ethical conduct on every case.
theabi.org.uk →Registered with the UK Information Commissioner's Office under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. All personal data processed during engagements is handled lawfully, securely, and proportionately.
ico.org.uk →Full Professional Indemnity Insurance and Public Liability Insurance held and maintained on all active engagements. Certificate of insurance available on request.
View Certificate →All reports and evidence are gathered, preserved, and documented to civil and criminal admissibility standards. Full chain-of-custody provided on every instruction, regardless of whether legal proceedings are anticipated.
Our Methodology →All engagements are conducted in strict compliance with the UK Data Protection Act 2018. Case records retained for six years then securely destroyed. Your data is never shared with third parties.
Privacy Policy →A published formal complaints policy with clear escalation procedures. All complaints acknowledged within two working days and resolved in writing. Our commitment to accountability is unconditional.
Complaints Policy →Imperial PI is a UK-based private intelligence firm supporting US clients remotely across all 50 states. All investigative work is conducted digitally using open-source intelligence, public records, and lawful data methods — no physical presence in the US is required or used.
Serving clients across all 50 states. All work conducted remotely via digital and OSINT methods. No US PI licence required for our scope of remote intelligence services.
Headquartered in the United Kingdom. Operating under UK law, ABI Code of Conduct, ICO registration, and UK GDPR. Our UK base enables a distinct international intelligence perspective.
Yes. A UK-based investigative firm conducting remote, open-source, and digital research on behalf of US clients is entirely lawful. We do not conduct physical surveillance in the US, do not operate as a US-licensed PI, and do not engage in activities that require a US PI licence. Our work is research-based, OSINT-led, and conducted from the UK under UK law and professional standards.
Our reports are structured to meet evidential standards including chain-of-custody documentation, source attribution, and timestamped evidence. Whether a specific report is admissible in a particular US proceeding is a question for your attorney, but our intelligence packages are designed to support attorney review and legal strategy directly. We can also provide sworn declarations where required.
No. All work for US clients is conducted remotely from the UK using digital investigative methods, OSINT, open-source databases, and public records research. We do not travel to the US, conduct physical surveillance, or engage local operatives. This is an intentional and important aspect of our US service model.
We are registered with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and operate under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Your data is stored securely, accessed only by authorised personnel, and never sold or shared with third parties. Case records are retained for six years in line with limitation periods, then securely destroyed. Mutual confidentiality is a contractual obligation on every engagement.
We respond to all enquiries within one business day. Basic background checks can be turned around in 24–72 hours. Standard investigations typically complete within 3–10 working days. Complex corporate or multi-subject engagements are scoped individually. Our UK base also enables overnight delivery of intelligence relative to US Eastern time — a genuine operational advantage for time-sensitive matters.
All fees are quoted and agreed in writing before any work commences. We offer fixed-fee, hourly-rate, and retainer structures depending on the service and scope. An upfront deposit is required before investigative work begins. We accept bank transfer (USD and GBP) and card payments. Full payment terms are set out in your client agreement.
Yes. The initial consultation is entirely free and carries no obligation. We will speak with you confidentially, assess your situation honestly, and provide realistic advice about what is achievable — before any work is agreed or any payment is taken. Consultations are available by email, phone, or video call.
All enquiries are treated with absolute confidentiality. There is no obligation. We will speak with you, assess your situation, and provide honest advice.
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