Letters that get taken seriously

Write concise, factual, evidence-linked correspondence that asks for a specific outcome.

Learn

Effective legal correspondence is usually structured: identify the matter, state the relevant facts in date order, identify the issue, refer to the source of the obligation where appropriate, attach or identify evidence, state the action requested and give a reasonable response date. Avoid personal attacks, exaggerated threats and unsupported accusations.

See it

A one-page numbered request with attachments often works better than a ten-page emotional narrative.

Try it

Rewrite a heated complaint into numbered facts, issues, evidence and requested action.

Complete the mission

Draft a one-page evidence-linked request letter.

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