Law firms are increasingly involved in complex cases requiring unique research and investigative services in support of high-stakes litigation. Whether the issues involve corporate clients, high-net-worth individuals, or multinational corporations, SITEl’s experts identify and implement creative solutions. We have been successful in conducting direct negotiations/settlements for many of our clients or providing them with the information required to bolster or support their cases. We understand the need for confidentiality and discretion, which is why our clients have trusted us with their most sensitive work.

Provided on-the-ground insights and analysis for a large, multinational oil and gas corporation expanding business operations in a Middle East country. This company required analysis on the local security conditions: Should they expect protests or attacks on their pipelines, people or facilities? Was there strong, local support for multinational corporations or fear of the “outsider”? Were there any terrorist elements in the region, and if so, did they have the support of the local population? In addition, we recommended multiple ways to mitigate those risks through community engagement activities and relationship-building initiatives with local government representatives and civil authorities.

Provided critical guidance to a U.S. company setting up a large, multimillion dollar project in a Gulf Arab country. Liaison with government authorities was absolutely critical for this project to be successful, and we served well in helping the U.S. company engage the most senior levels of this country’s government. We enhanced the company’s communications strategy by helping them understand local business requirements and senior government expectations for this multi-year contract. Not only did we facilitate successful negotiations and build operational support for the company’s initiatives, we mentored corporate leadership on how to productively engage their Gulf Arab partners throughout the life of this project.

In addition to assisting with strategic requirements, we provided tactical operational support, such as managing the vetting of new hires and successfully eliminating several significant security threats. We assisted with the recruitment of managers with appropriate cultural and operational expertise that directly responded to client requirements. We identified experienced local staff to effectively fulfill government-mandated requirements. We negotiated services with vendors and subcontractors resulting in significant savings to both the company and their client.

Represented a U.S.-based company in negotiating final settlement of a $300 million contract in the Middle East region. While acting as project manager for several months, devised a plan that started with identifying points of mutual agreement in order to kick-start the settlement process. Focused on providing each side with confidence-building measures and managed trust issues between the two sides. Successfully turned around what was initially a hostile dispute and turned it into an amicable agreement, resulting in client receiving multi-million dollar settlement, which concluded a three-year contract.

Conducted detailed survey of security operations at two major European airports. Assembled a best-in-class team of aviation and physical security experts from around the world. Worked closely with local civil aviation authorities, local government officials, and security vendors. Provided a comprehensive report that included numerous recommendations to enhance security operations at these airports. Efforts resulted in being awarded the security management contract at the two airports.

Provided security advice and assessments to clients involved in democracy building, rule-of-law initiatives, and human rights work in hostile environments. Democracy advocates and human rights workers increasingly facing hostile and dangerous work environments. We provide security surveys and risk assessments prior to and during their work to ensure their effectiveness and protection.