This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
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.
Make a copy of each letter before sending it. Send your letter by regular and certified mail with a return receipt requested. Send it also by regular mail with tracking/delivery confirmation in case the recipient refuses to sign the receipt. Keep a copy of all post office receipts.
California Demand Letter Requirements State the Relief Being Sought. When writing a demand letter, you must clearly state what kind of relief you are seeking. Assert a Reason. Identify Any Deadlines. Identify the Party. E-Mail v. Proof of Delivery. Having a CA Attorney Send your Demand Letter. CA Small Claims Requirements.
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.
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.
If you want to file a motion, the process is generally something like this: You write your motion. You file your motion with the court clerk. The court clerk inserts the date and time your motion will be heard by the judge. You “serve” (mail) your motion to the other side.
On a separate page or pages, write a short and plain statement of the answer to the allegations in the complaint. Number the paragraphs. The answer should correspond to each paragraph in the complaint, with paragraph 1 of the answer corresponding to paragraph 1 of the complaint, etc.
Send your letter by regular and certified mail with a return receipt requested. Send it also by regular mail with tracking/delivery confirmation in case the recipient refuses to sign the receipt. Keep a copy of all post office receipts.
Write the "attention" line: Begin this line with either the abbreviation "ATTN," or the full word "Attention." Then, after a colon, write the person's name. You can either write their full name, or their professional title if you're certain of their preferred gender pronouns.