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Free Letter Before Action Generator
Generate a professional, legally compliant pre-action letter in minutes. Required before you can take someone to court in England & Wales.
No sign-up required · Free forever · AI-powered
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Let's create your letter
Enter your details so we can personalise the letter. Your email is used for the letter header — we won't spam you.
How It Works
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Tell us what happened
Enter the details of your dispute — who owes you, how much, and what went wrong.
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We generate your letter
Our AI creates a professional Letter Before Action that follows the Pre-Action Protocol.
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Send it & get paid
Download your letter, send it, and give them 14 days. If they don't pay, file a court claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Letter Before Action?▾
A Letter Before Action (LBA) is a formal letter sent to someone who owes you money or has breached a contract, warning them that you intend to take court action if they don't resolve the matter. It's a required step under the Pre-Action Protocol before you can file a court claim in England and Wales.
Do I need to send a Letter Before Action before going to court?▾
Yes. Under the Civil Procedure Rules, you must follow the Pre-Action Protocol before issuing court proceedings. Failing to send an LBA can result in cost penalties from the court, even if you win your case.
How long should I give them to respond?▾
The standard timeframe is 14 days for a straightforward debt claim. For more complex disputes, 28 days may be appropriate. Our generator uses the appropriate timeframe based on your situation.
What happens after I send the letter?▾
If the other party pays or resolves the dispute, the matter is closed. If they don't respond or refuse to pay within the deadline, you can file a court claim. JustClaim can help you file your N1 court form online — starting from £79.
Is this letter legally valid?▾
Yes. Our AI generates letters that comply with the Pre-Action Protocol for Debt Claims and general pre-action conduct. The letter includes all required elements: a clear summary of the claim, the amount owed, a deadline to respond, and a warning of court proceedings.
How much does this cost?▾
The Letter Before Action generator is completely free. We offer it as a public tool to help people resolve disputes before they escalate. If you do need to file a court claim, JustClaim's filing service starts from £79.
Letter didn't work? File a court claim.
If your Letter Before Action doesn't get results, JustClaim can file your N1 court claim online. We handle the paperwork — you get your money back.
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