We are the global leader in comprehensive, detailed, family office staff and executive background checks.

We help clients assess and evaluate risks associated with investments of all types and in all asset classes.

We are public records research experts who assist clients in a broad range of investigations.

DDC assists law firms with in-depth research and investigations for all types of litigation, both in the U.S. and abroad. DDC can assist with expert resume verification, asset searches, witness and party locate services, and supply chain research. We excel in complex litigation support.

DDC assists both public companies and activist investors with consulting and in-depth research regarding proxy contests worldwide. Our prior hedge fund experience managing activist campaigns is invaluable to activists and companies alike. We are adept at developing information that leads to successful outcomes.

DDC has an extensive track record assisting law firms and alternative asset managers with deep, special situations research that is bespoke and customizable. This includes identifying complex fraudulent schemes, identifying anonymous adverse parties, discovering connections between persons and/or entities, uncovering regulatory issues, locating assets for divorce and estate issues, security reviews, threat assessments, K9 / family protection, and more. If we can’t do it, we’ll point you in the right direction.

DDC is recognized as an expert in investment due diligence and related research worldwide in support of hedge funds, private equity funds, venture capital, long only and traditional asset managers, foundations, endowments and family offices. Our long, short, crypto, and activist clients often use DDC as a supplement to their own research departments.

DDC is an industry leader in investment due diligence, research, and investigations related to mergers and acquisitions. Whether private, public, cross-border, hostile or friendly, DDC’s extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions helps clients assess and evaluate risks associated
with these transactions.