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Real Estate · 4 min read · 2026-10-17

Questions to Ask Before Sending a commercial and business litigation Demand

By Josef Timlichman, Attorney

Published · Last updated

Short answer

Before sending an accusation or payment demand, organize the facts and have the agreement reviewed. A clear account of what happened is more useful than a legal label.

What exactly are you asking the other side to do?

Identify the payment, records or other action you want. Show your calculation and separate confirmed amounts from estimates.

  • Contracts and amendments
  • Invoices, payment records and financial statements
  • Ownership records, notices and complete correspondence

What supports your account?

What did each side promise, what was performed and what remains disputed?

Distinguish what you saw from what you heard later. Keep the full conversation, not just selected screenshots.

Can a demand affect my options or deadline?

Bring any demand or response you have already sent. Tell us about upcoming closing dates, meetings or hearings. We will discuss next steps after reviewing the facts.

Frequently asked questions

Can I arrange a review before all documents are available?

Yes. Bring what you have and identify the missing items.

How can I arrange a meeting?

Meetings by appointment only.

This article is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Josef Timlichman, Esq. is licensed in Florida. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.