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Freelancer in New Zealand with an unpaid invoice? Letter of demand and the Disputes Tribunal (claims up to $30,000).
New Zealand's Disputes Tribunal handles claims up to $30,000 (lawyers don't appear, and fees are low). Interest or late fees apply only if they're in your terms. Before filing, send a letter of demand with a clear deadline. Larger debts go to the District Court.
This is a general summary that may be out of date. Not legal advice. Verify current rules on official government or court websites.
Subject: Overdue invoice [INV-123]: [amount] due [due date] Dear [Name], Invoice [INV-123] for [amount] for [services] was due on [due date] and remains unpaid despite my reminders of [dates]. Please pay the outstanding balance [plus interest/compensation permitted by law or our agreement: state the basis] by [date]. If payment is not received by then, I intend to [next step for this jurisdiction] without further notice. If you dispute any part of the invoice, please tell me in writing by that date. Regards, [Your name]
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Generate my sequence freeOnly if your terms included it; the Tribunal can't award contractual interest that wasn't agreed.
No; lawyers generally can't represent parties at the Tribunal.
General information and draft wording only. Not legal advice. PaidNudge is not a law firm or a debt collector. Check your contract and local rules, or ask a qualified lawyer, before relying on any late fee, interest or court step.