Got a letter of demand?

Received a Letter of Demand?

Do not ignore it, and do not reply in anger. Find out where you stand first. I explain your position and help you respond.

Call or WhatsApp 0447 150 899 · Nora Mosa, Principal Solicitor

Who this is for

Businesses and business owners who have received a demand for money.

Letter of demand

A supplier, customer, landlord or former partner says you owe them money.

Statutory demand

Your company has received a statutory demand. Strict time limits apply.

Disputed amount

You do not agree that you owe the money, or the amount is wrong.

Mistakes people make

How you respond in the first days can decide the outcome.

Ignoring itThe matter can go to court, or to a statutory demand, without you having a say.
Missing a statutory demand deadlineA company has 21 days to pay or apply to court to set it aside. Missing it can lead to winding up.
Admitting too muchEmails written in a rush that admit the debt.
Paying the wrong amountPaying something that is disputed or not owed.
Not checking the contractMissing terms that help you, or that the other side relies on.
CounterclaimsNot raising money the other side owes you.

How I help

Clear advice on your position, and a response that protects you.

Free checklist

Letter of demand checklist

What to do in the first days after you receive a demand. Leave your details and I will email you the full checklist.

  • Note the date you received it and any deadline
  • Find the contract, invoices and emails
  • Do not admit anything in writing yet
  • Get advice before replying

Free information only. Not legal advice about your situation.

How it works

1

Enquire or book

Send an enquiry or book an appointment. Attach the demand and any contract, invoices and emails.

2

Fixed quote

You get a fixed quote before any work starts. You decide whether to go ahead.

3

Respond

I do the work and explain what it means for you in plain English.

Questions

Do I have to reply to a letter of demand?

You do not always have to, but ignoring it is risky. A considered reply can resolve the matter or set out your defence.

What is a statutory demand?

A formal demand to a company under the Corporations Act. The company has 21 days to pay or apply to court to set it aside. Get advice immediately.

What if I do not agree I owe the money?

Tell me why. If the debt is genuinely disputed, there may be a defence or a basis to set aside a statutory demand.

Can I negotiate a payment plan?

Often, yes. Many creditors prefer a realistic plan to court.

Received a demand?

Do not wait. Get advice before you reply. Fixed quote before any work starts.

Enquire now

Tell me who sent the demand and when you received it. Attach it if you can.

Book an appointment

Or call / WhatsApp 0447 150 899

Sydney Lawyer Pty Ltd · 35 Alice Street, Auburn NSW 2144 · sydneylawyerfirm@gmail.com

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