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Debt Recovery

We all accept that cash-flow can make or break a business. We also all encounter slow payers, non-payers or disputed debts from time to time. Knowing what to do about them, however, can require some expert advice.

Acting for you we can advise you and even keep the pressure on debtors for you to help secure the earliest possible payment.

Why outsource your debt recovery?

You might benefit from distancing your staff from debt-recovery issues so that they can continue to work with customers on an amicable basis. We are experienced in dealing with problem customers and are able to approach the issue objectively. It might be worth considering which customers pay more quickly if pressure is applied and only outsource your old debts to us. Whatever your situation we’ll work with you to agree a plan that you feel comfortable with but is also commercially led.

How do we do it?

We are trained to overcome objections and resolve disputes efficiently, using all reasonable methods of persuasion to make sure that you get the maximum return. Where we differ from non-solicitor debt recovery agencies, however, is that if things do have to go to court, we have the expertise to work with you at every stage of the process. We can advise on all forms of enforcement including instructing bailiffs, securing your judgment against property and other forms of recovering money.

"Its been refreshing to deal with somebody as professional and efficient as yourself, especially your prompt communication throughout. These seem to be rare attributes these days."

"James dealt with matters very efficiently and empathetically and always answered telephone calls and queries the same day - excellent communication from him."

What will it cost?

Often issuing a solicitors letter does the trick on its own. We can do this for £50 plus VAT just contact our business disputes team. If it goes further than this we’ll advise you at the start whether the likely cost of recovering the debt makes it financially worthwhile proceeding. If, down the line, there are any court and legal fees involved in legal action we will ensure that you claim your full entitlement back under the court rules.

Take a look at our legal guide on the Debt Collection Process.

Important notice: please read

Cyber-crime is on the increase and solicitor transactions can be hijacked by scammers. This commonly takes the form of email or phone interception.  At the start of our working relationship we will provide you with terms of business that include our account details – these will never change.

Please be aware that we will never ask you to send money to a different bank account, particularly by email. If you receive a request for money from us please check that everything matches the details in our terms of business.

If you receive an email giving any other bank account please telephone us immediately without replying to the email or sending any money. We accept no responsibility if you transfer money to a bank account which is not ours.

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