What a legal notice is — and what it is not

A legal notice is a formal written communication, usually sent before initiating or responding to legal proceedings. It sets out a position and often invites a response within a stated period.

What it typically contains

A notice usually identifies the parties, states the relevant facts, sets out the sender’s position and specifies what is sought. Precise, measured wording is important.

What it is not

A legal notice is not, by itself, a court order, and sending or receiving one does not determine the outcome of a matter.

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