Debt recovery

A plan to recover an overdue invoice

An overdue account needs a clear record and a considered next step. We review the balance, the debtor and the evidence, then explain the recovery options before you commit to action.

Discuss This Matter
COMMERCIAL DEBT RECOVERYThe debt · The debtor · The decision
Establish the debtAgreement · Delivery · Balance
Understand the debtorIdentity · Status · Available information
Assess the routeEvidence · Cost · Proportionate action

Assessment before action

BEFORE PROCEEDINGS

Three questions for a better starting position

The first discussion establishes what is known, what remains disputed and what must happen next.

Is the debt established?

Review the contract, payment terms, invoices, delivery evidence and any acknowledgment or dispute.

Who is responsible?

Confirm the correct debtor and the contractual basis for the claim. A trading name alone may not identify the party you need to pursue.

Which route fits?

Consider the claim, supporting documents, debtor position and available court procedures. No route or recovery outcome is assumed at intake.

THE WORKING FILE

Prepare once and discuss with purpose

Use the checklist to identify the records you already hold. It stays on this page; documents go only through the secure upload channel.

Within this practice

  • Unpaid commercial invoices
  • Contractual payment disputes
  • Debt claims before the relevant courts
  • Enforcement linked to the recovery matter

Before we talk

Identify what you have. Missing documents need not delay the first conversation.

Your document checklist

This checklist stays in this page and is not sent to NJA.

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DEBT INTAKE

Start with the essential facts

Tell us who owes the money, the amount in dispute and whether proceedings or a deadline already exist. Keep sensitive records for secure upload.

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An Unpaid Invoice or Debt

A clear next step starts with a conversation

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Your next step

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