Law Enforcement Support

Law Enforcement Engagement Management

We provide support for brands with effective enforcement strategies, from the early investigative stages to evidence-gathering and case referral.

We identify and facilitate engagements with law enforcement agencies, and coordinate a range of enforcement options, such as cease-and-desist notices, knock-and-talks, raids, seizures, civil litigation, and criminal prosecution.

Civil and Criminal Litigation Support

Our evidentiary investigations deliver quality-assured, admissible digital and physical evidence to support IP, fraud, and commercial litigation, including revenue recovery actions.

Expert legal coordination services align investigative outputs with litigation timelines, disclosure obligations, and court requirements, helping to navigate national and international frameworks for maximum success.

From our decades of collective experience, we have a good sense of what fact patterns are likely to warrant further criminal investigation and prosecution. We also are in regular contact with law enforcement investigating and prosecuting IP matters, such that we understand their current priorities.

Chain of Custody Reports and Evidence Packs

Following strict, legally-compliant procedures, we fully record the evidence collection process - who collected, handled, and/or analyzed it, and its storage or forwarding to the client or litigation partner. This thorough reporting process across all our activities online or on-ground, allows for the assembly of evidence packs to support litigation efforts.

All evidence is managed according to local jurisdictional requirements, and our evidential management and handling standards meet or exceed those of local law enforcement. We provide chain of custody and appropriate storage for evidence, and our clear forensic reporting offers detailed, technically-sound reports to support enforcement, prosecution, and civil litigation.

Law Enforcement Response Service

Our fully vetted team, comprised of over 50 specialists, works closely with clients’ internal law enforcement response teams to process, triage, and respond to a broad range of legal requests, such as Emergency Disclosure Requests and other exigent requests, subpoenas, search warrants, court orders, and DMCA requests. 

We operate at scale, 24/7/365, across the Americas and Europe with additional resources available in Brazil and India for global technology clients. This includes managing highly sensitive and urgent cases following the client’s exact policies and processes, while also contributing to the forecast and design of new solutions in response to legislative changes.  

Customs Training and Product Seizure Representation and Affidavits

We provide on-the-ground support to rights holders during seizures to ensure correct identification and documentation of infringing goods.

Sworn affidavit services provide notarized expert statements and declarations for enforcement and legal proceedings.

We represent brands at customs and law enforcement training events globally and maintain relationships for prompt notification of suspicious activity and seizures.

Expert Witness, Court Testimony, and Reports

Our authoritative expert testimony and robust documentation can withstand cross-examination. IP House has substantial experience writing witness statements and testifying at trial and other court proceedings. 

Covert Operations, Surveillance, and RIPA Training Courses

We offer operational training designed to deliver accredited, role-specific instruction in covert tactics, surveillance, and legal compliance (incl. RIPA) for companies and government organizations.

Our ethical and legal assurance services ensure all covert operations align with legal standards and evidentiary admissibility requirements.