Jaime Roriz Lawyers

Legal assistance in debt recovery and debt resolution

Outstanding debts may affect private individuals, companies and professionals, especially where there is breach of contract, unpaid invoices, unsettled loans or non-payment for services rendered. We provide legal support in assessing the debt, identifying the relevant documents, contacting the debtor and seeking an out-of-court resolution. Where payment cannot be obtained by agreement, we assist with the appropriate court proceedings for debt recovery, including declaratory actions, injunctions or enforcement proceedings, as appropriate to the specific case.

Areas of practice

We act in a range of situations involving outstanding debts, seeking to assess the existence of the claim, the available evidence and the most suitable strategy to promote recovery.

Legal support at every stage

We support the process from the initial assessment of the debt to attempts at settlement, court recovery or enforcement, where necessary.

Debt and document review

We examine contracts, invoices, communications and other documents that may help prove the claim.

Contact and negotiation with the debtor

We deal with the debtor in order to seek an out-of-court solution, including payment agreements.

Appropriate court proceedings

We assess the most suitable legal route to claim payment, such as injunctions, court proceedings or enforcement.

Effective recovery of the claim

We handle the necessary steps to secure payment of the amounts due, in a structured manner and on a legally sound basis.

Frequently asked questions

We clarify some of the most common questions about debt collection, credit recovery and the lawful means of obtaining payment of outstanding amounts.

What can I do when someone does not pay me a debt?
You should gather all documents relating to the debt, such as contracts, invoices, messages, emails or proof of partial payment. Then, a formal demand for payment may be made and, if no agreement is reached, the appropriate court proceedings may be pursued.
Relevant documents include contracts, invoices, receipts, purchase orders, emails, messages, proof of transfer, acknowledgements of debt or any document that shows the existence of the amount owed and the default.

An injunção is a procedure that allows certain debts to be claimed in a simpler and faster way, especially when they arise from contracts or the supply of goods and services. Whether it is suitable depends on the type of debt, the documents available and the specific case.

Yes. In many cases it is possible to seek an out-of-court solution through formal contact, negotiation or a repayment agreement. This route may be quicker and less costly, provided the debtor is willing to regularise the situation.

 

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