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The Letter of Demand Small Claims Court document is a crucial preliminary step in the Irish small claims process, designed to resolve disputes without immediate court intervention. It is typically used when other attempts to resolve a dispute have failed, but before formally filing a claim with the Small Claims Court. This document must be drafted in accordance with Irish law, particularly the District Court (Small Claims Procedure) Rules, and is limited to claims not exceeding €2,000. It's commonly used in consumer-to-business disputes, though it can also apply to certain business-to-business cases. The letter serves multiple purposes: it formally documents the claim, demonstrates the claimant's serious intention to pursue legal action, provides a final opportunity for resolution, and can be used as evidence in court proceedings if necessary. The document must include specific details about the claim, supporting evidence, and a clear deadline for response, typically 7-14 days.

1. Sender's Details: Full name, address, and contact information of the person making the claim

2. Recipient's Details: Full name, address of the person or business being claimed against

3. Date: Current date of the letter

4. Claim Reference: Any relevant reference numbers, invoice numbers, or account numbers

5. Incident Details: Clear description of the issue, including relevant dates, locations, and specific details of the complaint

6. Amount Claimed: Specific amount being claimed (must be within Small Claims Court limit of €2,000)

7. Legal Basis: Brief reference to relevant legal rights or contract terms that have been breached

8. Previous Communication: Summary of previous attempts to resolve the issue

9. Demand Statement: Clear statement of what is being demanded and by when

10. Legal Action Warning: Statement indicating intent to proceed to Small Claims Court if demand is not met

11. Response Timeline: Specific deadline for response (typically 7-14 days)