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Seeking an Ontario-based lawyer or licensed paralegal (or a collections professional working under a licensed Ontario firm) to draft and send a formal demand letter on firm/company letterhead to a Canadian company (Oakville, Ontario) for two overdue commercial invoices. Scope of Work: Review a short brief (counterparty name, invoice numbers, dates, amounts, contract/payment terms, correspondence timeline). Draft a professional demand letter that: References the two unpaid invoices (USD $18,156.25 due May 30, 2025 and $7,313.00 due June 26, 2025). Demands payment in full by a clear deadline. States intent to pursue remedies available in Ontario (e.g., legal action, costs, interest) if unpaid. Is tailored to Ontario and compliant with relevant laws/ethics rules. Send the demand on your firm’s legal letterhead (email + postal if recommended) and provide proof of transmission (email copy, read receipt, certificate of mailing, etc.). Provide a short follow-up plan (timing, second notice template, escalation options). Confidentiality & Identity: I will provide redacted materials initially. My company identity will only be shared after contract award and an NDA is in place. Please confirm you can proceed under NDA and keep all details strictly confidential. Deliverables: Word/PDF draft for my approval. Final letter on your firm/letterhead (PDF). Evidence of sending (email headers/screenshots, registered mail receipt, or equivalent). One short follow-up email template. Brief guidance on next steps if unpaid (e.g., notice language, court/collections path). Qualifications (must-haves): Based in Ontario and authorized to provide legal services (lawyer or licensed paralegal) or employed/contracted by an Ontario law/collections firm that can issue letters on firm letterhead. Demonstrated experience with commercial debt/demand letters in Ontario. Ability to advise on interest claims and fee recovery strategy under Ontario rules. Willing to sign an NDA and keep my identity non-disclosed until hire. Nice-to-haves: Prior BigLaw/boutique commercial litigation or collections experience. Experience with SMEs/tech/professional services billing disputes. Budget & Timing: Prefer fixed fee quotes for: (A) Draft + send + proof, (B) Add-on follow-up letter. Target: draft within 2–3 business days of receiving materials. How to Apply: Start your message with “Ontario Demand Letter – Ready” so I know you read the brief. Answer the screening questions below and attach two redacted samples of demand letters you authored/sent on letterhead. Confirm your letterhead source (your firm or employer) and your status (lawyer/paralegal/firm).