About
Thomson Reuters CLEAR is an enterprise-grade investigation platform built to support law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, government bodies, and corporate risk and fraud professionals. It offers an extensive suite of tools that streamline the process of gathering, organizing, and analyzing information across complex criminal and online investigations. CLEAR aggregates data from a wide range of public and proprietary sources, enabling investigators to quickly locate individuals, assets, businesses, and connections that are critical to case resolution. Its AI-enhanced search capabilities help surface relevant records faster, reducing manual research time and increasing investigative accuracy. The platform supports a variety of use cases including background investigations, fraud detection, collections and recovery, continuous monitoring, and onboarding due diligence. CLEAR integrates seamlessly into broader Thomson Reuters legal and compliance ecosystems, including tools like Westlaw and Practical Law, making it especially valuable for legal teams and government agencies needing end-to-end investigative and legal research workflows. Designed for professionals who require reliable, court-admissible intelligence, CLEAR emphasizes data accuracy, compliance, and security. Its intuitive interface allows investigators to build comprehensive subject profiles, link related entities, and document findings within a centralized case management environment. CLEAR is best suited for mid-to-large government agencies, law firms handling criminal defense or litigation, and corporate risk and compliance departments.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Data Aggregation: Searches across a vast network of public and proprietary data sources to quickly locate individuals, businesses, assets, and connections relevant to investigations.
- AI-Enhanced Search & Analysis: Leverages artificial intelligence to surface relevant investigative leads faster, reducing manual research time and improving accuracy.
- Case Management Tools: Provides a centralized environment to organize, document, and track case findings, supporting efficient workflow management across investigations.
- Continuous Monitoring & Fraud Detection: Enables ongoing surveillance of subjects or entities to detect fraud, changes in status, or emerging risks in real time.
- Ecosystem Integration: Integrates with Thomson Reuters' broader legal and compliance platforms — including Westlaw and Practical Law — for seamless end-to-end legal and investigative workflows.
Use Cases
- Law enforcement agencies conducting criminal investigations to identify and locate subjects, uncover assets, and map relationships between persons of interest.
- Corporate risk and fraud teams performing continuous monitoring and onboarding due diligence to detect fraudulent activity or compliance risks.
- Prosecutors and public defenders gathering background intelligence and evidence to support legal proceedings.
- Legal professionals conducting due diligence on counterparties, witnesses, or opposing parties during litigation or transactional work.
- Collections and recovery teams locating individuals or assets to support debt recovery and enforcement actions.
Pros
- Deep Data Coverage: Aggregates from an exceptionally wide range of sources, giving investigators comprehensive visibility into subjects and related entities.
- Trusted Brand with Legal Pedigree: Backed by Thomson Reuters' 150+ years of legal and information expertise, CLEAR is trusted by law enforcement and legal professionals for court-admissible research.
- Integrated Legal Ecosystem: Works seamlessly alongside Westlaw, Practical Law, and other Thomson Reuters products, enabling end-to-end workflows for legal and investigative teams.
- AI-Accelerated Investigations: AI-powered features reduce manual research burden and help investigators find actionable intelligence faster.
Cons
- Enterprise Pricing: CLEAR is a premium paid solution targeted at enterprises and government agencies, making it cost-prohibitive for small firms or independent investigators.
- Steep Learning Curve: The breadth of features and data sources can be overwhelming for new users without dedicated onboarding or training.
- Limited Transparency on Pricing: Pricing is not publicly listed and requires direct engagement with Thomson Reuters sales, making budget planning difficult upfront.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Thomson Reuters CLEAR designed for?
CLEAR is designed for law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, public defenders, corporate risk and fraud professionals, legal teams, and government bodies who need reliable investigative intelligence tools.
What types of investigations does CLEAR support?
CLEAR supports criminal investigations, online investigations, fraud detection, background checks, collections and recovery, continuous monitoring, and onboarding due diligence.
How does CLEAR use AI?
CLEAR uses AI to enhance search capabilities, surface relevant investigative leads faster, and help analysts identify connections between people, businesses, and assets across large datasets.
Does CLEAR integrate with other Thomson Reuters products?
Yes, CLEAR integrates with other Thomson Reuters platforms including Westlaw and Practical Law, allowing legal and investigative workflows to be managed within a unified ecosystem.
Is CLEAR available for small law firms or solo investigators?
CLEAR is primarily an enterprise solution aimed at government agencies and large organizations. Small firms or independent investigators may find the pricing and feature scope better suited to larger teams.
