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Free Civil Litigation Templates
Civil Litigation: 123 free templates to browse without an account, then edit with an AI agent and e-sign in GitLaw.
These templates address formal disputes and the recovery of losses across jurisdictions like England & Wales, India, and the United States. Documents include consumer complaint letters for faulty goods and formal letters before action for breach of contract. This category excludes alternative dispute resolution methods such as arbitration or mediation which are found in their respective sections.
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- Letter Before Action (Basic Template)
- Letter to warn trader about court action for faulty goods by Citizens Advice
- Letter Before Action by EasyLegalDocs
- Release Of Liability Form by EasyLegalDocs
- Request for Arbitration (LCIA Rules) by OLL
England & Wales
15 documents- Statement of Case (Pleading) (LCIA Rules) by OLL
- Letter to say you received goods or services you didn't ask for by Citizens Advice
- Letter to complain about a holiday by Citizens Advice
- Statement of Reply to Defence to Counterclaim (Memorial) (LCIA Rules) by OLL
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Late Payment Demand Letter (US) by OLL
This formal demand letter requests payment for an overdue invoice and establishes a final deadline before further action is taken. It includes fields for the original invoice details, accrued late fees, and specific payment instructions.
Updated 17 Aug 2026
FeaturedHong Kong
Notice of Arbitration (HKIAC Rules) by OLL
This document is a formal Answer to the Notice of Arbitration submitted by a Respondent under the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) Administered Arbitration Rules. It allows a party to formally respond to claims, contest jurisdiction, and file counterclaims within 30 days of receiving an arbitration notice.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
FeaturedEngland & Wales
Letter to complain about non-delivery of goods by Citizens Advice
This formal letter notifies a seller that goods ordered under a specific reference number have not been delivered by the expected date. It asserts a breach of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and requests immediate delivery or a full refund.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
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Answer to Request for Arbitration (ICC Rules) by OLL
This template provides a structured format for a respondent to file an Answer to a Request for Arbitration under the ICC Rules. It includes sections for contesting jurisdiction, commenting on tribunal composition, and asserting optional counterclaims.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
FeaturedEngland & Wales
Letter to ask to be placed on list of unsecured creditors by Citizens Advice
This letter allows a consumer to request placement on the official list of unsecured creditors for a company in administration. Use it to notify administrators of an unfulfilled order and submit a claim for the total amount paid.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
FeaturedEngland & Wales
Letter to complain about faulty goods bought from a company by Citizens Advice
This letter helps individuals request a full refund from a business for a faulty product. It formally asserts legal rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, specifying that the goods must be fit for purpose.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
FeaturedUnited Nations
Notice of Arbitration (UNCITRAL Rules) by OLL
This template provides a structured format for initiating international arbitration under the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules. It enables a claimant to define the parties, the contractual dispute, and the relief sought, including specific sections for nominating an arbitrator or appointing authority.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
FeaturedEngland & Wales
Letter to complain about misdescribed goods bought from a private seller by Citizens Advice
This formal letter is for consumers in the UK who have purchased items from a private individual that do not match the description provided at the time of sale. It facilitates a claim for financial compensation based on the difference in value between the price paid and the actual worth of the goods.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
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Request for Arbitration (ICC Rules) by OLL
This formal Request for Arbitration allows a claimant to initiate proceedings under the Rules of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). It provides structured sections for detailing the parties, the contractual dispute, and the relief sought from the Arbitral Tribunal.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
FeaturedEngland & Wales
Letter to complain about the poor standard of a service by Citizens Advice
This letter helps a consumer complain to a service provider about poor workmanship or defects under UK law. It demands a repair or a refund within a specific number of days, citing the statutory right to reasonable care and skill.
Updated 13 Aug 2026
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