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Debt Collection

Demand letters, negotiation and, when needed, court action to recover unpaid debts.

Who this is for

Individuals and businesses who are owed money and want to send a demand, negotiate, or file a case to recover it.

Common situations

  • Someone has not paid an invoice or loan
  • A check you received was dishonored
  • You want a demand letter (definition: A written notice asking someone to pay or to comply with an obligation. It is often sent before a case is filed.) sent first
  • Negotiation has failed and you want to know your options

How we can help

We offer comprehensive legal services for debt collection, including the preparation of demand letters, negotiation with debtors, and, when needed, filing the appropriate legal action in court to recover unpaid debts.

What we handle

  • Preparation of demand letters
  • Negotiation with debtors
  • Sum of Money (definition: A civil case to collect an amount that is owed.) cases
  • Violation of B.P. Blg. 22 (definition: The Bouncing Checks Law, which penalizes issuing a check that is dishonored because of insufficient funds or a closed account.)
  • Estafa (definition: A criminal offense involving fraud or deceit that causes damage to another person.)

What happens next

  1. 1We review your documents and the history of the debt
  2. 2We prepare and send a demand letter
  3. 3We negotiate with the debtor
  4. 4If needed, we file the appropriate case in court

The exact steps and timing depend on your matter. We explain them at your consultation.

What to prepare before your consultation

  • The contract, promissory note, invoices or other proof of the debt
  • A record of payments received and the balance still due
  • Messages or letters between you and the debtor
  • The debtor’s name, address and contact details
  • Any demand letters already sent

This is a general starting list. Requirements differ for each case, and we will confirm the exact documents you need during your consultation.

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