What is a Letter Before Action and When Do I Send One?

An LBA puts the debtor on notice and is required before issuing court proceedings. What it must include, the response deadlines, and when to escalate.

A Letter Before Action (LBA) is one of the most important tools in debt recovery and commercial dispute resolution. Here's what you need to know.

An LBA is a formal letter warning the recipient that legal proceedings will be issued against them if they don't resolve the matter within a specified time. It's your last step before going to court.

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