Second Demand Letter Template
Create a second demand letter when your first was ignored. Escalate your tone while documenting their non-response.
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If your first demand letter was ignored, a second demand letter demonstrates your persistence and documents their continued non-response. This creates a paper trail that will be useful in court.
The second letter should be firmer in tone while remaining professional. Reference your first letter and their failure to respond.
Typical Deadline: 10-14 days
Urgency Level: Medium
When to Use a Second Demand Letter
- First demand letter went unanswered
- Initial deadline passed with no response
- Need to document continued non-response
- Want to give one more chance before court
- Building paper trail for litigation
- When circumstances have changed since first letter
Key Elements to Include
- Reference to first letter with date sent
- Note that deadline has passed
- Updated demand amount if applicable
- Shorter deadline than first letter
- Escalated consequences
- Statement of next steps if ignored again
Tips for Your Second Demand Letter
- Attach a copy of your first demand letter
- Reference the certified mail tracking number
- Update any amounts with additional damages
- Shorten the response deadline
- Be clear this is the second and possibly final notice
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