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Cease & Desist Letters

You got a threatening letter — or you need to send one. Plain-English help on what they actually mean and how to respond.

Common Questions

• What should I do if I get a cease and desist letter?
• What is defamation and can I sue?
• How do I protect a trademark?
• How do I protect my intellectual property?
• What is a non-disclosure agreement?
• What is the statute of limitations?

More legal questions

• How to Respond to a Cease and Desist Letter
• How to Send a Cease and Desist Letter
• Can I Sue Someone for Defamation?
• What to Do If Someone Uses My Trademark
• What to Do If Someone Copies My Content

Tools & Services

• Draft a cease & desist — AI-drafted cease and desist templates — start from your situation, customize the demand.
• Filing Deadline Finder — Find the filing deadline (statute of limitations) for your type of claim, with the citation to your state's statute.
• Do I Need a Lawyer? — Answer a few questions to see whether your situation calls for a lawyer or you can handle it yourself.

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