Private Advisory

Every engagement is directed by Mike Wolivar. He remains personally involved throughout, providing independent guidance and helping ensure each matter is handled with the professionalism, responsiveness, and discretion his clients expect.

Sensitive matters often involve more than a single issue or discipline. Legal, employment, security, privacy, operational, and reputational considerations frequently overlap, making it essential to understand the full circumstances before deciding how to proceed.

Mike provides independent advice to help clients evaluate these matters objectively and determine the most appropriate course of action. Rather than beginning with a predetermined solution, he begins by listening, identifying the issues that require attention, and determining whether specialized expertise is needed.

When specialized expertise is appropriate, Mike recommends professionals whose capabilities have been proven through firsthand experience. Every recommendation is based solely on the needs of the engagement and the expertise required.

His involvement does not end with a recommendation. He remains engaged throughout the matter, helping coordinate resources, maintain continuity, and provide independent guidance while ensuring the engagement remains organized, responsive, and aligned with the client’s objectives.

Matters Commonly Addressed

• High-stakes civil litigation

• Employment and workplace matters

• Protective intelligence

• Executive and residential security

• Privacy and reputational concerns

• Due diligence

• Domestic staff and vendor matters

• Internal fact-finding

• Crisis response

• Other sensitive and confidential matters

Selecting the right expertise is important. Helping ensure that expertise is applied effectively is equally important. Mike provides continuity throughout the engagement so clients can make informed decisions with confidence.