LETTER BEFORE ACTION
Letter Before Action — 영국 소송 전 최후통고 · EN
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LETTER BEFORE ACTION
FROM Alice Cooper
10 High Street, London
alice@example.com
TO Builder Ltd
99 Works Road, Manchester
Sent by post and email
Dear Builder Ltd,
Re: Letter before action — intended court proceedings
1. Basis of claim
On 1 June 2026 the Respondent carried out building works which were defective, requiring £3,400 of remedial work.
2. Amount claimed
£3,400 plus interest and costs where applicable.
3. Required response
You are required to respond within 14 days from the date of this letter , confirming whether you admit the claim and, if not, setting out your reasons. This letter is sent in accordance with the Practice Direction on Pre-Action Conduct and Protocols.
If I do not receive a satisfactory response within the stated period, I intend to issue court proceedings against you without further notice. This may increase your liability for costs.
Yours faithfully,
September 14, 2026
Alice Cooper ________________
When you need this document
- The required pre-litigation step in England & Wales — courts expect a Letter Before Action under the Pre-Action Protocol before you sue
Drafting tips
- Set out the basis of the claim, the amount, and a reasonable response deadline (usually 14–30 days)
- Attach or reference key evidence (invoices, contracts) — it shows your claim is serious
- Send by a method with proof of delivery
⚠️ Skipping this step can cost you: courts may penalize a claimant on costs if proceedings were issued without a proper pre-action letter.
📚 Practice Direction — Pre-Action Conduct and Protocols (England & Wales).
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FAQ
Is it mandatory?
For most civil claims in England & Wales, yes — the court expects protocol compliance and can sanction parties who ignore it.
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