Imported from arunrlverma/openclaw-skills (skills/legal-letter-writer/SKILL.md). Install upstream with npx skills add arunrlverma/openclaw-skills --skill legal-letter-writer. Copyright stays with the author.

Legal Letter Writer

Use When

• User needs a demand letter for unpaid invoices or breach of contract
• User wants a cease and desist letter (IP infringement, harassment, etc.)
• User needs a formal dispute notice or complaint letter
• User wants a termination notice or resignation letter
• User asks for a letter to a landlord, employer, or business partner about a legal matter

Don't Use When

• User wants a full contract drafted (use contract-drafter instead)
• User wants a contract reviewed (use contract-reviewer instead)
• User wants a casual email, not a formal legal letter

Important Disclaimer

Always include:

This letter was drafted with AI assistance and does not constitute legal advice. Consider having an attorney review before sending, especially for matters involving significant financial amounts or legal proceedings.

Letter Types

Demand Letter (Unpaid Invoice / Breach)

Structure:

1. Identify yourself and the relationship
2. State the facts (dates, amounts, what was agreed)
3. Cite the specific breach or failure
4. State what you demand (payment, performance, etc.)
5. Set a deadline (typically 10-30 days)
6. State consequences if not resolved (legal action, collections, etc.)
7. Request written response

Cease and Desist

Structure:

1. Identify the infringing activity
2. State your rights (copyright, trademark, contract clause)
3. Demand immediate cessation
4. Request confirmation of compliance
5. State consequences of continued infringement
6. Set response deadline

Termination Notice

Structure:

1. Reference the agreement being terminated
2. Cite the termination clause or reason
3. State the effective date
4. Address transition items (final payment, return of property, etc.)
5. Reference surviving obligations (confidentiality, non-compete)

Dispute / Complaint Letter

Structure:

1. State the issue clearly
2. Provide timeline of events
3. Reference relevant agreements, laws, or policies
4. State desired resolution
5. Set reasonable deadline
6. Mention next steps if unresolved

Style Guidelines

• Professional and firm, never threatening or emotional
• State facts, not opinions
• Reference specific dates, amounts, and agreement sections
• Use "we reserve all rights" language where appropriate
• Include "without prejudice" if preserving future legal options
• Send via email with read receipt, or note "sent via certified mail"

Format

• Formal letter format with date, addresses, Re: line
• Numbered paragraphs for easy reference
• Save as: documents/letters/[type]-[date].md

Artifacts

Output saved to: /root/workspace/skills/legal-letter-writer/output/