Here's a short list of what you'll want to include: Facts of the case. An outline of what happened. Statement of the issue. A brief description of the problem. Demand. The dollar amount or action necessary to resolve the case. Response deadline. The date by which the recipient must respond. Noncompliance consequences.
If the contract requires service of the demand with the words “return receipt requested,” “registered mail,” “certified mail,” or “addressed to the agent, or addressee,” the demand letter, whether sent by PDF, FedEx, or even hand courier, must conform to the request.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Type your letter. Concisely review the main facts. Be polite. Write with your goal in mind. Ask for exactly what you want. Set a deadline. End the letter by stating you will promptly pursue legal remedies if the other party does not meet your demand. Make and keep copies.
Sending a demand letter by certified mail is preferable even if it is not technically required. First, if you have the return receipt then the other party cannot claim later on that they never received the demand letter.
If you are trying to resolve a dispute, you may want to send a demand letter. You can write one yourself, but hiring an attorney will help you navigate legalities and show the recipient the seriousness of the matter.
For California small claims, you don't have to “serve” a demand letter. You just have to send the demand letter. You can send it by mail, email, or hand delivery, or you can text the demand letter.
Alameda County Superior Court Local Rule 3.27(e) states the requirement for filing of confidential documents for which sealing is required. See also California Rules of Court, rules 2.550-51. 9. Date of filing.