Attorney Demand Letter

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An attorney demand letter is sent by an attorney on behalf of their client to demand that the recipient take certain actions to resolve an issue. It will state that if the recipient doesn’t respond or comply by the written deadline, the attorney and client are prepared to file a lawsuit against them.

Attorney Demand Letter

An attorney demand letter is sent by an attorney on behalf of their client to demand that the recipient take certain actions to resolve an issue. It will state that if the recipient doesn’t respond or comply by the written deadline, the attorney and client are prepared to file a lawsuit against them.

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Last updated March 10th, 2025

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An attorney demand letter is sent by an attorney on behalf of their client to demand that the recipient take certain actions to resolve an issue. It will state that if the recipient doesn’t respond or comply by the written deadline, the attorney and client are prepared to file a lawsuit against them.

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How a Demand Letter is Used

A demand letter from an attorney is sent to a person, company, or organization to request immediate action in a matter concerning their client. If the recipient doesn’t respond or act within the given time limit, the attorney and their client may file a lawsuit against them. In which case, they may be liable for court fees and additional damages.

Examples of cases where an attorney may write and send a demand letter include:

  • Breach of contract
  • Compensation for client’s personal injury
  • Debt collection on behalf of clients
  • Fulfillment of client’s insurance settlement

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ATTORNEY DEMAND LETTER

[SENDER NAME]
[SENDER ADDRESS]
[SENDER CONTACT INFO]

Date: [DATE]

[RECIPIENT NAME]
[RECIPIENT ADDRESS]

Re: [SUBJECT OF LETTER]

Dear [RECIPIENT NAME],

Our client, [NAME OF CLIENT], has hired us to represent their interest in resolving this matter. This letter serves as an official demand for: [REASON FOR DEMAND LETTER]

If there is no response to this demand letter by [DATE], all legal rights may be explored, including, but not limited to, legal proceedings necessary in accordance with state and federal laws.

This demand letter serves as official notice to you and may be tendered in court as evidence of your failure to cooperate. If legal action is to occur, you may be held liable for court fees, attorney’s fees, and damages.

We hope to resolve this matter as soon as possible.

Sincerely,

______________________
[SENDER’S NAME]