Letters and notices

Demand letter (mise en demeure) drafted and signed by a lawyer

A lawyer's letter, sent by registered mail, to obtain payment, a repair or the end of a behaviour.

Form required by law
The demand “must be made in writing”
C.c.Q., art. 1595

What is included

  • Review of your situation based on your answers and your documents
  • Drafting of a demand letter that complies with article 1595 of the Civil Code of Québec, with a sufficient time limit for performance
  • Review and signature by a lawyer who is a member of the Barreau du Québec
  • One round of changes before sending
  • Sending by Canada Post registered mail (fees included) and a copy by email
  • Proof of sending and of delivery filed in your tracking page

What is not included

  • Negotiating with the other party or replying to its letters
  • Drafting a court proceeding or representing you before a court
  • Address searches if you do not know the recipient's address

What might be added

  • If the recipient does not comply, a small claims file preparation (CA$499) or a consultation (CA$169) may be needed.
  • A second recipient or a letter in English is a separate product at the same price.

Any additional service is announced at a fixed price, in writing, before it is undertaken.

Three steps.

  1. 1

    You answer a few questions and describe the situation (5 minutes).

  2. 2

    We draft the letter; the lawyer reviews and signs it.

  3. 3

    You approve it with one click; we send it by registered mail and give you the proof of sending.

You follow each step in your client area. The LIORMA team prepares; the lawyer advises, validates and signs. No decision concerning you is made without human review.

What the law says

Excerpts of the law are reproduced in their official French version; the explanation that follows is translated.

C.c.Q., art. 1595
« La demande extrajudiciaire par laquelle le créancier met son débiteur en demeure doit être faite par écrit. »

The law requires a written demand and a sufficient time limit for performance: a poorly drafted letter can cost you months.

Official text on LégisQuébec

Frequently asked questions

How long does the recipient have to respond?+

The law requires a sufficient time limit for performance, depending on the nature of the obligation. We usually set 10 days, or another period if your situation calls for it.

What if there is no response?+

The demand letter is proof that you tried to settle the dispute. You can then file a small claims application (up to CA$15,000) or consult the lawyer about the next steps.

Can I change the letter before it is sent?+

Yes. One round of changes is included; nothing is sent without your approval.

Demand letter — CA$169, all inclusive.
Letter ready for your approval within 2 business days; sent by registered mail the same day you approve it.
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