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Partner disputes, co-founder disagreements, operating agreement breaches, profit distribution disputes, unauthorized transactions, capital call defaults. $575 flat fee includes demand letter + draft lawsuit + FedEx.

Sergei Tokmakov, Esq. · CA Bar #279869 · 1,800+ projects
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Business Partner Demand Letter — $575 Flat Fee

Everything you need to collect from a partner who breached your agreement.

What's Included

$575 flat fee
3-5 business days
  • Attorney-drafted letter on firm letterhead
  • Operating agreement analysis
  • Breach identification and damages calculation
  • Draft lawsuit attached to the demand letter
  • FedEx certified mail delivery
  • State-specific partnership law citations
  • 2 rounds of Q&A
  • Rush available: +$150 for 24-48hr turnaround
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Rush available: +$150 for 24-48 hour turnaround.

What my demand letters accomplish

These are anonymized examples from recent business partner disputes. Every demand letter is drafted by me personally, not by AI and not by a paralegal.

Partner Profit Distribution

Partner took $85K in unauthorized distributions

Partner withdrew $85,000 from the LLC operating account without authorization. I cited UPA §401 and the operating agreement's distribution provisions. Attached a draft breach of fiduciary duty complaint.

Result: Full repayment in 21 days
Co-Founder IP Dispute

Co-founder left with client list and trade secrets

Departing co-founder took the customer database and proprietary pricing model. Demand letter cited CUTSA (California Uniform Trade Secrets Act) and the non-compete clause in the operating agreement.

Result: Cease-and-desist complied, $15K settlement
Capital Call Default

LLC member refused $50K capital call

Operating agreement required members to contribute additional capital when called. One member refused the $50,000 call. I cited the operating agreement's dilution clause and attached a draft breach of contract complaint.

Result: Member funded within 14 days
Silent Partner Accounting

Managing partner refused to provide financial statements

Managing partner stonewalled silent partner's requests for financial records. I cited UPA §403 (inspection rights) and the operating agreement's quarterly reporting requirement.

Result: Full accounting provided, $12K discrepancy resolved

What my demand letters cover

Business partner disputes take many forms. Here are the most common issues I handle in demand letters.

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Operating agreement breaches
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Profit distribution disputes
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Capital call defaults
Fiduciary duty violations
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Unauthorized transactions
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Partnership dissolution
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Buy-sell agreement disputes
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Non-compete violations

How it works

Send me your operating agreement and dispute details

Email me the operating agreement, LLC agreement, or partnership agreement. Explain what your partner did and what you want (money, exit, accounting, etc.).

I analyze the breach and calculate damages

I review the operating agreement to identify the specific provisions your partner violated. I calculate damages and identify all applicable legal claims.

I draft the demand letter and attach a lawsuit

I write the demand letter on firm letterhead citing the breached provisions and state partnership law. I attach a draft lawsuit showing I am prepared to file immediately if your partner does not respond.

I send via FedEx certified mail

The demand letter and draft lawsuit are sent via FedEx with signature confirmation. You receive tracking information and a copy of everything sent.

Business partnerships fail. Your money should not disappear with them.

Send me your operating agreement and dispute details. I will confirm the fee and what I need from you.

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What clients say about my demand letters

700+ reviews on Upwork

Partnership Dispute Demand Letter
★★★★★ 5.0

"My business partner took unauthorized draws from the company account. Sergei drafted a demand letter citing our operating agreement and attached a draft lawsuit. My partner's attorney called within 3 days and we settled for full repayment plus interest. Worth every penny."

$575 · Business partner demand letter
LLC Member Buyout Dispute
★★★★★ 5.0

"One of our LLC members refused to honor the buy-sell agreement when another member wanted to exit. Sergei analyzed the operating agreement, calculated the buyout price, and sent a demand letter with a draft complaint. The holdout member agreed to the buyout within 10 days."

$575 · Buy-sell agreement enforcement
Co-Founder Breach of Non-Compete
★★★★★ 5.0

"My co-founder left the company and immediately started a competing business in violation of our operating agreement. Sergei sent a demand letter with a TRO draft attached. The competing business was shut down within a week and we settled for $20K in damages."

$575 · Non-compete violation demand letter

Frequently asked questions

What does a business partner demand letter include?

My business partner demand letters include: attorney-drafted letter on firm letterhead, operating agreement analysis, breach identification and damages calculation, state-specific partnership law citations, draft lawsuit attached to the demand letter, FedEx certified mail delivery, and 2 rounds of Q&A.

How long does it take to prepare a business partner demand letter?

Standard turnaround is 3-5 business days. Rush service (24-48 hours) is available for an additional $150. I will confirm the timeline after reviewing your operating agreement and dispute details.

What types of business partner disputes do you handle?

I handle operating agreement breaches, profit distribution disputes, capital call defaults, fiduciary duty violations, unauthorized transactions, partnership dissolution disputes, buy-sell agreement disputes, and non-compete violations by departing partners.

Do you need to see my operating agreement?

Yes. I need to review your operating agreement, LLC agreement, or partnership agreement to identify the specific provisions your partner breached. If you operate without a written agreement, I will cite the default rules under your state's partnership law (typically the Uniform Partnership Act or Revised Uniform Partnership Act).

Why do you attach a draft lawsuit to the demand letter?

The draft lawsuit shows your partner (and their attorney, if they have one) that you are prepared to file immediately if they do not respond. It demonstrates that this is not an idle threat. In my experience, attaching a draft complaint significantly increases the response rate and settlement likelihood.

What happens if my partner does not respond to the demand letter?

If your partner does not respond within the deadline (typically 14-21 days), you have several options: file the lawsuit that was attached to the demand letter, engage me for further representation, or negotiate separately. The demand letter and draft lawsuit are yours to use however you see fit.

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