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I draft your demand letter, file it, and FedEx it to the other side.

You tell me what happened. I research the law, draft a demand letter that gets results, and send it via FedEx certified mail. $575 flat fee — includes a draft lawsuit attached to the letter to show you are serious.

Sergei Tokmakov, Esq. · CA Bar #279869 · 1,800+ projects completed
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What's included in my demand letter service

Email me what happened and I will take it from there.

Attorney Demand Letter

Everything you need to get paid or settle the dispute
$575 flat fee
3-5 business days
  • Attorney-drafted demand letter on firm letterhead
  • Legal research specific to your situation
  • Draft lawsuit attached to show credible threat
  • FedEx certified mail to the other side
  • State-specific statutory citations
  • 30-day response deadline with escalation language
  • 2 rounds of follow-up Q&A
  • Rush available: +$150 for 24-48hr turnaround
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Every demand letter includes a draft lawsuit. This is what makes the other side respond.

Demand letters I have drafted

These are anonymized examples from recent client work. Every letter is done by me personally, with state-specific legal research and a draft complaint attached.

Unpaid Invoice — B2B Services

Marketing agency owed $28,000 for completed deliverables

Client ghosted after final delivery. I drafted a demand letter citing breach of contract with a draft complaint for unjust enrichment. Client paid $26,500 within 9 days.

Result: Paid 95% of balance within 9 days
Security Deposit — California Tenant

Landlord withheld $4,200 security deposit

Landlord claimed "general wear and tear" damage. I cited California Civil Code §1950.5 and demanded treble damages. Landlord returned $3,800 plus $1,000 in statutory penalties.

Result: Full deposit returned plus $1,000 penalty
Stripe Frozen Funds — SaaS Startup

Stripe froze $47,000 in reserves from a SaaS business

Business had 0.2% chargebacks. I drafted a demand letter citing the payment services agreement and state money transmission laws. Stripe released the full reserve within 14 days.

Result: Full $47,000 released in 14 days
Contractor Dispute — Incomplete Work

Homeowner paid $22,000 for a kitchen remodel

Contractor abandoned the job 60% complete. I sent a demand letter with a draft complaint citing contractor license bond requirements and CSLB violations. Contractor returned $9,000 and finished remaining work.

Result: Contractor returned $9,000 and finished remaining work

What my demand letters include

Every demand letter is custom-drafted based on your situation. Here is what I include in every single one.

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Legal research — Statutes, case law, and regulations specific to your claim
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Factual timeline — Clear, attorney-organized statement of what happened
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Damages calculation — Every dollar you are owed, itemized and supported
Draft lawsuit — Attached complaint showing you are ready to file
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Statutory citations — State-specific laws that apply to your situation
Response deadline — 30-day cure period with escalation language
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FedEx delivery — Certified mail delivery with tracking confirmation
Attorney letterhead — An attorney's signature carries weight the other side cannot ignore

Types of demand letters I draft most

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Unpaid invoices — B2B, freelancer, contractor payment disputes
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Security deposit — California and multi-state landlord disputes
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Frozen funds — Stripe, PayPal, Square, payment processor holds
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Breach of contract — When the other side failed to perform
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Consumer disputes — Defective products, warranty claims, refunds
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Employment — Unpaid wages, wrongful termination, discrimination
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Insurance — Claim denials, bad faith, undervaluation
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Property damage — Contractor negligence, neighbor disputes, HOA

How it works

Tell me what happened

Email me a short summary. Attach any contracts, invoices, or correspondence.

I confirm scope and timeline

I reply with questions if needed, confirm the $575 fee, and set the timeline.

I draft the letter and attach a lawsuit

The demand letter cites the specific laws that apply, calculates your damages, and includes a draft complaint as an exhibit.

I FedEx it to the other side

Sent via certified mail with tracking. You get a copy of everything. Most matters resolve within 30 days.

Most disputes settle once the other side sees an attorney's letter with a lawsuit attached

Tell me what happened. I will draft the letter, attach a lawsuit, and FedEx it.

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What clients say about my demand letters

700+ reviews on Upwork

Demand Letter for Unpaid Freelance Work
★★★★★ 5.0

"Sergei drafted a demand letter for $12,000 in unpaid invoices. The client paid within a week of receiving it. The attached lawsuit draft made all the difference. Worth every penny of the $575."

$575 · Demand Letter
Stripe Frozen Funds Demand Letter
★★★★★ 5.0

"Stripe had $31,000 of my money locked for 4 months. Sergei's demand letter cited specific provisions of their ToS and payment services regulations. They released the funds in 12 days."

$575 · Demand Letter
Security Deposit Demand Letter — California
★★★★★ 5.0

"My landlord kept $3,500 of my deposit with bogus deductions. Sergei's letter cited CC §1950.5 and demanded treble damages. I got my full deposit back plus an additional $1,500 in penalties."

$575 · Demand Letter

Frequently asked questions about demand letters

What does the $575 include?

Everything. I research the law, draft the demand letter, attach a draft lawsuit, and send it via FedEx certified mail. Two rounds of follow-up Q&A are included. There are no hidden fees.

Do your demand letters actually work?

Most disputes settle after receiving an attorney-drafted demand letter with a lawsuit attached. The combination of legal research, statutory citations, and a credible filing threat makes the other side take it seriously. I cannot guarantee a specific outcome, but the response rate is high.

How long does it take?

3-5 business days for standard turnaround. Rush (24-48 hours) is available for +$150. I will give you a timeline before starting.

What if the other side does not respond?

If they do not respond within the 30-day deadline, you have options: file the lawsuit (I can prepare it for pro se filing at $1,250), escalate to a litigator, or pursue other remedies. The demand letter establishes your legal position regardless.

Can you send demand letters to companies in other states?

Yes. I send demand letters nationwide. Each letter cites the laws of the state that governs your dispute. FedEx delivery works everywhere.

What information do I need to get started?

Email me a short summary of what happened, the amount you are owed, and any supporting documents (contracts, invoices, emails, photos). I will ask follow-up questions if I need more.

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