Demand Letter Lawyer (Flat Fee)

I draft and send demand letters on attorney letterhead for unpaid invoices, platform disputes, refunds, and contract breaches. Flat fee — revisions and negotiation responses included.

Sergei Tokmakov, Esq. | California Bar #279869

Demand Letter Pricing

DIY Templates

Free-$29 various
  • 1,000+ demand letter templates
  • State-specific versions
  • Instant download
  • No attorney review
Browse Templates

Complex Disputes

$715+ flat fee
  • Multi-party disputes
  • Contract analysis included
  • Arbitration demand prep
  • Extended negotiation support
Discuss Your Case

Rush available: +$150 for 24-48 hour turnaround

How It Works

1

Describe Your Dispute

Fill out the intake form or email me. Include contracts, invoices, and any communications.

2

I Draft the Letter

I write a custom demand letter with legal framing, statutory citations, and a draft lawsuit.

3

Review & Revise

You review the draft and request changes. Up to 3 rounds of revisions included in the flat fee.

4

Sent via FedEx

Final letter ships FedEx 2nd Day with signature confirmation. I handle responses and negotiation.

When a Lawyer Letter Is Worth It (and When It's Not)

Worth it when:

Maybe not worth it when:

What's Included

Common Scenarios I Handle

Unpaid Invoice or Dispute?

Get a lawyer demand letter that actually moves the needle. Flat fee, professional delivery, revisions included.

Start Your Demand Letter

Recent Case Results

Anonymized results from recent demand letter engagements. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

$8,200
Security Deposit Recovery
Landlord returned full deposit + statutory penalties after receiving attorney letter. Settled in 9 days.
$14,500
Unpaid Invoice — B2B
SaaS vendor paid 6-month outstanding invoice within 2 weeks of letter delivery. No litigation needed.
$23,000
Contractor Dispute
General contractor refunded deposit for incomplete kitchen renovation after demand letter cited CSLB violations.
$6,800
Stripe Frozen Funds
Payment processor released held balance after attorney letter documented compliance and threatened arbitration.
$3,400
Gym Membership Cancellation
National gym chain refunded 14 months of charges after illegal auto-renewal. California Consumer Legal Remedies Act claim.
$41,000
Breach of Contract
Software development client paid remaining project balance after demand letter with draft complaint attached.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is a lawyer demand letter worth the cost?

When the amount at stake exceeds $2,000-3,000, you've tried informal collection, the other party is a business with assets, and you want serious leverage without going to court immediately.

Can a demand letter be considered harassment or extortion?

A properly drafted demand letter that accurately states facts, cites applicable law, and requests legitimate remedies is not harassment or extortion. Professional attorney letters are designed to avoid these issues entirely.

What's the typical response rate?

Based on my practice, approximately 60-70% of recipients respond within 2 weeks. Many disputes settle without litigation after a well-drafted attorney letter.

What if they don't respond?

If there's no response, I discuss next steps with you: small claims court, formal litigation, or alternative dispute resolution depending on the amount and complexity.

Do you handle the negotiation?

Yes. The flat fee includes 3 negotiation responses. If the other party counters or asks questions, I handle the back-and-forth to try to reach resolution.

How long does it take to draft and send a demand letter?

Standard turnaround is 3-5 business days from when I receive your signed retainer and supporting documents. Rush delivery is available for an additional $150.

What's included in the $575 flat fee?

Everything: attorney-drafted demand letter on law firm letterhead, a draft complaint (lawsuit) attached as leverage, FedEx certified delivery with signature confirmation, up to 3 revisions before sending, and 3 negotiation responses if the other party replies.

Can you send a demand letter to someone in another state?

Yes. I send demand letters nationwide via FedEx. The letter cites the applicable state and federal law for the recipient's jurisdiction. If litigation becomes necessary, I can refer you to local counsel in their state.