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Department: Debt Recovery

Commercial Property

Why is it necessary to provide ID and proof of funds when instructing a solicitor?

Providing ID and proof of funds is a requirement of The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017.

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How can I improve my chance of recovering unpaid invoices?

Prevention is definitely better than cure when it comes to recovering unpaid invoices.

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Can I use the small claims process to recover money that I am owed?

If you are owed £10,000 or less, you can take action against the person or organisation that owes you the money through small claims

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What do I do if I’m owed money?

Whether you are a business or an individual, trying to claw back money that you are owed can be incredibly time-consuming and frustrating.

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Can I claim interest on outstanding invoices?

The simple answer is yes. There are three types of interest claims.

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What is the duty to report on payment practices and performance?

If you are a limited company or a limited liability partnership, and meet the below, you have a duty to report on your payment practices.

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Am I entitled to interest on recovered debts?

If you do not have a contractual agreement with the debtor, then at the outset of proceedings, if against an individual, your solicitor will c

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What happens if my debt case is defended?

If it is a small claims debt case, the court may set the case down for a directions hearing or list it for a final small claims hearing. A sma