Your business partner owes you money.
I will get it back.
Partner disputes, co-founder disagreements, operating agreement breaches, profit distribution disputes, unauthorized transactions, capital call defaults. From $2,500 for the Demand Package (USPS certified mail, signature requested). For a California or Washington matter, where I determine it is legally and strategically warranted, I include one draft complaint or arbitration demand for one dispute, expressly marked DRAFT - NOT FILED, within the agreed package fee. Filing, filing fees, service of process, appearances and conducting any court or arbitration proceeding are not included; any pleading or other proceeding paper beyond the one included draft is separately scoped.
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Tell me about the entity, the breach, and the money at issue. I scope the right package: under the $2,500 Demand Package, for a California or Washington matter I include one draft complaint or arbitration demand for one dispute where I determine it is legally and strategically warranted, marked DRAFT - NOT FILED, within the agreed package fee. A full review of your operating agreement and documents is the $300 Written Attorney Consultation, not this chat. AI-generated legal information, attorney-supervised, not legal advice.
One attorney letter on firm letterhead, with operating-agreement analysis, breach identification, and state partnership-law citations. USPS certified mail (signature requested) plus email, up to two client revision rounds before sending, review of the other side's first substantive response with a short next-step recommendation, and a narrow counter-response if strategically appropriate. Multi-round negotiation is the $3,000 Written Negotiation Phase.
The attorney demand on my letterhead, with the supporting chronology, damages calculation and exhibits,. It is not filed automatically; it shows your partner you are ready to file if they do not respond. Up to two revision rounds; first-response review and a narrow counter-response if strategically appropriate are included.
Yes. I handle operating-agreement breaches, profit-distribution disputes, capital-call defaults, fiduciary-duty violations, unauthorized transactions, buy-sell and buyout disputes, partnership dissolution, and non-compete violations by departing partners. The demand letter cites the breached provisions and the default rules under your state's partnership law where there is no written agreement.
The demand packages include review of the first response and a narrow counter if it makes sense. If the matter moves into multi-round back-and-forth, that is the separate $3,000 Written Negotiation Phase: 30 calendar days, up to three substantive counter-letters, and one settlement-agreement or mutual-release review. Filing, arbitration initiation, and appearing as counsel are quoted separately. Multi-target matters are quoted separately.
The operating agreement, LLC agreement, or partnership agreement; the cap table or ownership breakdown; relevant financials or proof of what is owed; and any prior correspondence with the partner. If there is no written agreement, I cite the default rules under your state's partnership law. Upload them in the chat or email them.
Business Partner Demand Letter - $2,500 Flat Fee
Everything you need to collect from a partner who breached your agreement.
Demand Package
- Attorney-drafted letter on firm letterhead
- Operating agreement analysis
- Breach identification and damages calculation
- State-specific partnership law citations
- USPS certified mail, signature requested + email
- Up to two client revision rounds before sending
- Review of the other side's first substantive response with a short next-step recommendation, plus a narrow counter-response if strategically appropriate
- Rush available: +$150 for 24-48hr turnaround
Demand Package
- Everything in the $2,500 attorney demand letter
- The draft pleading is not filed automatically; it shows your partner you are ready to file if they do not respond
- Up to two client revision rounds before sending
- First-response review with a short next-step recommendation, plus a narrow counter-response if strategically appropriate
Rush available: +$150 for 24-48 hour turnaround. Continued multi-round negotiation after a substantive response is the separate $3,000 Written Negotiation Phase. Multi-target matters are quoted separately.
Illustrative examples: what a business partner demand letter can accomplish
These are illustrative scenarios based on common fact patterns in business partner disputes, not actual client matters.
Illustrative examples, not actual client results. Every matter depends on its own facts.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What my demand letters cover
Business partner disputes take many forms. Here are the most common issues I handle in demand letters.
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
I write the demand letter on firm letterhead citing the breached provisions and state partnership law. For a California or Washington matter, where I determine it is legally and strategically warranted, I include one draft complaint or arbitration demand for one dispute, expressly marked DRAFT - NOT FILED, within the agreed package fee. Filing, filing fees, service of process, appearances and conducting any court or arbitration proceeding are not included; any pleading or other proceeding paper beyond the one included draft is separately scoped.
I send via USPS certified mail, signature requested
The letter is sent via USPS certified mail with signature requested, plus email if available. You receive tracking information and a copy of everything sent. I then review the other side's first substantive response and recommend the next step.
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.
Start My Demand Letter →Example scenarios: what a business partner demand letter can do
Illustrative examples, not actual client results. Every matter depends on its own facts. Client reviews: 700+ on Upwork.
Example scenario: a business partner takes unauthorized draws from the company account. A demand letter citing the operating agreement leads to a call from the partner's attorney within 3 days and a settlement for full repayment plus interest.
Example scenario: an LLC member refuses to honor the buy-sell agreement when another member wants to exit. An analysis of the operating agreement, a buyout calculation, and a demand letter with a draft complaint lead the holdout member to agree to the buyout within 10 days.
Example scenario: a co-founder leaves and immediately starts a competing business in violation of the operating agreement. A demand letter with a draft TRO application attached leads to the competing business shutting down within a week and a $20K damages settlement.
Frequently asked questions
What does a business partner demand letter include?
The $2,500 flat fee covers a single attorney-drafted demand letter on firm letterhead, operating agreement analysis, breach identification and damages calculation, state-specific partnership law citations, USPS certified mail (signature requested) plus email delivery, up to two client revision rounds before sending, and review of the first response with a short next-step recommendation. Continued negotiation after a substantive response is the separate $3,000 Written Negotiation Phase. Multi-target matters are quoted separately.
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).
Do you prepare court papers with the demand letter?
No. Not as filed court papers, but for a California or Washington matter I include one draft complaint or arbitration demand for the dispute where I determine it is legally and strategically warranted, marked DRAFT - NOT FILED, within the agreed package fee; the Demand Package also covers the attorney demand, supporting record, certified mail plus email delivery, and first-response review. 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), I can assess written negotiation or the next filing step; for a California or Washington matter, the Demand Package already includes one draft complaint or arbitration demand if I determined it was legally and strategically warranted, marked DRAFT - NOT FILED, while filing and representation remain separate. Whatever I prepare for you is yours to use however you see fit.