Frequently Asked Questions
Is My Consultation Confidential?
Yes. Initial consultations and client communications are handled with discretion. The nature of an engagement, the information provided, and the client’s circumstances are treated as sensitive information.
What Types of Matters Does Fulcrum Handle?
Fulcrum handles private investigations, due diligence, threat and risk assessment, executive protection, litigation support, and sensitive matters requiring experienced investigative or advisory assistance.
Do You Work With Private Individuals?
Yes. Fulcrum works directly with individuals, families, executives, business owners, attorneys, and organizations. You do not need to be referred by an attorney or another professional.
How Much Does an Investigation Cost?
Every matter is different. Cost depends on the objectives, complexity, anticipated time, resources required, travel, and other operational considerations. After discussing the situation, Fulcrum can recommend an appropriate scope of work.
Will the Subject Know They're Being Investigated?
No. Discretion is central to investigative work. Investigations are conducted without unnecessarily alerting the subject or exposing the client’s involvement.
Can You Conduct Surveillance?
Yes. Surveillance may be used when appropriate as part of an investigative strategy. The specific approach depends on the circumstances and objectives of the engagement.
Do You Work With Attorneys and Law Firms?
Yes. Fulcrum provides investigative and litigation-support services to attorneys, including fact development, witness-related work, background research, investigative leads, and other case-specific assistance.
Do You Provide Executive or Personal Protection?
- Yes. Protective services can be tailored to the individual, environment, threat profile, travel schedule, event, or specific concern.
What Areas Do You Serve?
Fulcrum is based in Southwest Florida and serves clients throughout the region. Matters requiring work outside the immediate area can be evaluated individually.
What Happens After I Contact Fulcrum?
We begin with a confidential conversation about the situation, your concerns, and the outcome you’re trying to achieve. From there, Fulcrum determines whether we can assist and recommends an appropriate course of action.
DISCRETION FIRST
Sensitive matters require careful handling. Client privacy and operational discretion are considered throughout every engagement.
EXPERIENCE-DRIVEN
Real-world investigative, law-enforcement, military, and specialized operational experience informs how problems are evaluated and approached.
BUILT AROUND THE MISSION
No two situations are identical. The strategy, resources, and scope are built around the client's actual objective rather than a predetermined package.