Debt Recovery
A structured route from reviewing your documents to negotiating payment and monitoring settlement.
Learn moreCheque and Payment Claims Support
A returned cheque changes the character of a claim: there is now a specific instrument, a specific date and a specific reason for return. We review the instrument and the underlying transaction together, because the cheque alone rarely tells the whole story.
When this service applies
- A cheque has been returned unpaid by the bank.
- A post-dated cheque given as security has not been honoured.
- A bank transfer has failed or been reversed.
- A payment undertaking has not been met.
- You hold cheques and are unsure how to proceed.
What the service covers
- Review of the returned cheque and the bank return advice
- Review of the transaction underlying the instrument
- Verification of the drawer's details
- Assessment of the available options
- Demand letters relating to the dishonoured instrument
- Negotiation of replacement payment or a settlement
- Coordination with licensed advocates or competent authorities where the matter requires it
How the service works
- 01
Document review
We examine the cheque, the return advice and the underlying transaction.
- 02
Verification
We confirm the drawer's details and the status of the instrument.
- 03
Assessment
We set out the practical and procedural options available.
- 04
Demand
A formal demand is issued in respect of the dishonoured payment.
- 05
Negotiation
We seek replacement payment or a documented settlement.
- 06
Escalation where needed
Where required, we coordinate the appropriate next step within the scope of our licence.
Documents usually required
- The original cheque or a clear copy (both sides)
- The bank return advice or memo
- The contract or invoice the cheque relates to
- Statement of account
- Correspondence about the payment
- Details of the drawer and the account holder
- Any replacement payment offered
Frequently asked questions
Is a returned cheque enough on its own?
The instrument is important, but the underlying transaction usually matters as well. Both are reviewed together.
Can you act on a post-dated cheque?
The position depends on the date, the reason for return and the underlying arrangement. This is assessed on the documents.
Do you handle court proceedings on cheques?
Where a matter requires representation before the courts, we coordinate with licensed advocates or the competent authorities, in accordance with the scope of our licence.
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Learn moreDo you have a legal question or an overdue receivable?
Share the details of the matter and our team will review the request and set out the appropriate next step.