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The Legal Letter For Non Payment is a critical document in Swiss business operations, used when standard invoicing and reminder processes have failed to secure payment. This formal communication is typically issued after informal payment reminders have been unsuccessful and before initiating formal debt collection proceedings under Swiss law. The letter must comply with Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) and Debt Enforcement and Bankruptcy Act (SchKG) requirements, including specific content such as payment details, deadline specifications, and consequences of non-payment. It serves multiple purposes: formally demanding payment, creating a legal record, and fulfilling the statutory requirement of notice before legal action. The document is particularly important in Switzerland's legal framework as it can affect the creditor's rights in subsequent enforcement proceedings and the ability to claim default interest and collection costs.

1. Sender Details: Full legal name and address of the creditor or their legal representative

2. Recipient Details: Full legal name and address of the debtor

3. Date and Reference: Current date and any relevant reference numbers or invoice numbers

4. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a formal payment demand (e.g., 'Final Notice of Payment - Legal Demand')

5. Outstanding Amount: Precise statement of the outstanding amount, including original sum, any interest, and other charges

6. Payment History: Brief chronology of the debt, including original due date and any previous payment requests

7. Legal Basis: Reference to relevant contract or legal basis for the debt

8. Payment Demand: Formal demand for payment with specific deadline (typically 10-30 days under Swiss law)

9. Consequences: Clear statement of legal actions that will be taken if payment is not received

10. Payment Instructions: Detailed banking information and payment methods accepted