Services

Protective Intelligence

Due diligence, background investigations, and intelligence analysis that help clients identify risk before it becomes a threat.

Protective Intelligence services from Universal Investigations Agency throughout Florida

26+.

Years Experience

1,436+.

Successful Cases

18,355+.

Hours in the Field

2,000+.

Reports Delivered

Questions We Help Answer

Is the investment legitimate

Is the investment legitimate?

Does this individual have a criminal history

Does this individual have a criminal history?

Is the company financially stable

Is the company financially stable?

Are there hidden risks

Are there hidden risks?

Is there evidence of fraud or deception

Is there evidence of fraud or deception?

Protective Intelligence support from Universal Investigations Agency

Due diligence, background investigations, and intelligence analysis that help clients identify risk before it becomes a threat.

UIA protective intelligence work gives executives, investors, and organizations clearer answers about people, partners, and situations—through careful research, screening, and analysis.

Protective decisions improve when they are informed by real information: who is involved, what their history shows, and whether a deal or relationship carries hidden exposure.

We support investor due diligence, executive vetting, reputation analysis, social media intelligence, fraud indicators, and litigation support with investigators who know how to turn findings into practical guidance.

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How We Work

01

Assess

Clarify goals, risk, and constraints for your protective intelligence needs.

02

Plan

Build a discreet plan with the right staffing, methods, and timeline.

03

Execute

Carry out the work with documentation and operational discipline.

04

Report

Deliver clear findings and next-step recommendations you can act on.

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Who We Help

Individuals & Families

Private matters that need discretion and clear answers.

Law Firms

Evidence support and fact-finding for active matters.

Corporations

Risk, misconduct, and protective needs for the business.

Property & Facilities

Sites, communities, and operations that need reliable coverage.

Services Include

Core capabilities within Protective Intelligence.

  • Background investigations

    Background investigations to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

  • Due diligence

    Due diligence to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

  • Asset verification

    Asset verification to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

  • Corporate investigations

    Corporate investigations to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

  • Investor intelligence

    Investor intelligence to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

  • Executive vetting

    Executive vetting to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

  • Business partner screening

    Business partner screening to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

  • Reputation analysis

    Reputation analysis to help executives, investors, and organizations evaluate people, partners, and hidden risk.

Why UIA

  • Florida-licensed investigators
  • Discreet, confidential handling
  • Clear reporting for counsel and clients
  • Experienced field and leadership team
  • Statewide coverage

Serving clients across Florida with discreet, licensed investigators.

What To Expect

Licensed in Florida?
Yes — Universal Investigations Agency is a Florida-licensed private investigations agency.
Confidential?
Yes — every engagement is handled with discretion and need-to-know access.
How fast can you start?
Often within 24–48 hours, depending on the assignment.

Don’t take our word, take theirs

The UIA team have an excellent job on all the cases I’ve ever sent to them. From Corporate Negotiations to Wrongful Death/ Criminal Defense, these guys are extremely professional and will get as much information as possible to support your case. Victor is an excellent investigator, and he treats his clients and employees with the utmost respect.

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I am extremely happy I found this company. Victor is super nice and very helpful. He worked very hard on my boyfriend’s case and because of that his charges was dismissed. Awesome customer service and i will be using them again. I recommend this company. Thanks so much victor for all of your hard work!!!!!

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Intelligence-Driven Threat Prevention & Protection

In today’s converging landscape of cyber, physical, and reputational risks, traditional reactive security methods are no longer sufficient. Universal Investigations Agency (UIA) developed ThreatBlock™, a fully operational, intelligence-driven threat-mitigation platform that proactively identifies, monitors, and neutralizes risks before they escalate.

A continuous shield that blocks threats across all domains

ThreatBlock™ integrates digital intelligence, protective intelligence, counter-surveillance, brand monitoring, OSINT/dark-web reconnaissance, and investigative tradecraft into a seamless system.

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Licensed and Operating Across Florida

Universal Investigations Agency is fully licensed to provide professional investigative services in Florida, ensuring compliance, credibility, and consistent excellence.

Our Florida headquarters in Hollywood positions us at the center of key locations statewide. Whether you require corporate, personal, or specialized investigative services, our licensed teams are ready to deliver results.

Florida license number

A1600227

Florida Private Investigator Agency License · Chapter 493, Florida Statutes

Key individual: Victor Elbeze

Professional affiliations

World Association of Detectives, Inc. (W.A.D.) — Established 1925Florida Association of Private Investigators, Inc. (FAPI)Florida Association of Licensed Investigators (FALI) — 30th Anniversary

Member affiliations include the World Association of Detectives, Inc., FAPI, and FALI.

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