The transition from commercial negotiation to legal enforcement begins with a formally drafted Demand Letter. At Legal Sandbox Georgia, we elevate this step from a simple reminder to a powerful legal instrument. A demand letter issued on our law firm’s letterhead signals to the debtor that the time for excuses has passed and that you have retained counsel to pursue the full extent of the law. This service is not merely administrative; it is a strategic necessity under the Civil Code of Georgia to formally place the debtor in "default" (mora), which is often a prerequisite for claiming damages resulting from the delay and for terminating the underlying contract if payment is not made.
Our legal team drafts each notice to meet specific evidentiary standards required by Georgian courts. We meticulously calculate and include not only the principal debt but also the accrued statutory interest or contractual penalties as permitted by Georgian law. The letter explicitly outlines the legal basis of the claim, providing a strict deadline for payment—typically referred to as the "additional term" for performance. We clearly articulate the consequences of non-compliance, warning the debtor that failure to pay will result in the initiation of a lawsuit, where we will seek to recover not just the debt, but also the burden of court fees, legal representation costs, and enforcement expenses.
This pre-litigation notice serves a dual purpose: it is often the catalyst that compels a debtor to pay immediately to avoid public litigation, and it serves as a critical piece of evidence should the matter proceed to court. By documenting that you have acted in good faith and provided the debtor with a final opportunity to cure the breach, we strengthen your position before a judge. We ensure that the service of this letter complies with legal standards, preventing the debtor from later claiming ignorance of the debt. This constitutes the final step of "Soft Collection" before we advise moving to hard legal action.
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