In business, there is a clear line between a slow-paying client and a non-paying debtor.
That line is crossed when professional courtesy is no longer reciprocated and your attempts at resolution are met with silence. At this point, continued patience is no longer a virtue but a commercial risk, signalling to all that deadlines are optional and agreements are flexible.
Restoring accountability requires the introduction of a professional and unavoidable consequence. It requires a clear, formal signal that the time for negotiation is over and that the process of resolution has begun.
Coleman Greig’s specialist debt recovery team, CG Collect, is that instrument of consequence. We are the necessary, strategic next step when your own efforts have been exhausted.
Our debt recovery lawyers intervene with the calm, procedural authority that the situation demands, shifting the dynamic from one of endless follow-ups to one of structured legal process – bringing matters to a definitive conclusion, efficiently and ethically.
Coleman Greig are available to service your needs no matter where you are located in NSW. Our network of offices are supported by the latest digital technology, enabling us to work with you in a way that suits you best.
Why Engage a Debt Recovery Lawyer?
When you’ve chased payment after payment with no result, the next step shouldn’t add more uncertainty. Here’s why engaging a debt recovery lawyer is a smarter, safer move than using a standard collection agency:
- Handle Legal Complexities with Confidence: Debt recovery in Australia is regulated by strict laws. A qualified lawyer means every action is fully compliant, protecting your business from counterclaims or reputational harm.
- Preserve Important Business Relationships: Our approach is firm but professional, not aggressive. This legal-led process signals seriousness while preserving goodwill, which is critical when a debtor is also a valued client.
- Act with Greater Authority and Leverage: A letter of demand from a law firm carries significantly more weight. It provides access to a full suite of legal tools, allowing for seamless escalation if initial attempts to recover the debt are unsuccessful.
With the right legal guidance, you can recover debts efficiently, and often, without damaging valuable commercial relationships.
Our Debt Recovery Services
Our services cover every stage of the debt recovery journey, from initial contact through to court enforcement and long-term credit protection.
Commercial Debt Recovery
Whether it’s a series of unpaid invoices or a service contract that’s gone quiet, our commercial debt recovery lawyers act quickly to re-establish communication and resolve payment issues before they escalate, protecting your vital cash flow.
Debt Collection & Negotiation
The most efficient recovery is often one achieved without court action. We are experienced negotiators, adept at securing payment arrangements and resolving disputes through structured Mediation & Dispute Resolution where appropriate, to save time and preserve commercial relationships.
Legal Action & Litigation
When negotiation fails, we move decisively. Our team is fully equipped to take legal action, including issuing Statutory Demands and enforcing judgments. For complex contested matters, our litigators provide expert representation in all Commercial Litigation proceedings.
Credit Management Advice
Our goal isn’t just to recover current debt, but to prevent future debt issues from occurring. Through proactive advice on credit terms, PPSA compliance, and in-house team training, we help clients build stronger, safer financial systems.
Benefits of Working with Our Debt Recovery Lawyers
Partnering with Coleman Greig’s CG Collect team means gaining a trusted partner focused on results, reputation, and your long-term financial health:
- A specialised team with proven results: Our lawyers practise exclusively in debt recovery and insolvency, with a successful track record across all NSW courts.
- Tailored strategies for maximum recovery: Every debt and debtor is different. We tailor each strategy to the specific context, balancing assertiveness with commercial realism.
- Proactive communication without the legalese: You’ll always know where your matter stands, with plain-language updates that keep you informed and in control.
Preparing for a Successful Recovery: Your First Steps
To give your matter the strongest possible start, we recommend taking a few preparatory steps before our first consultation. This allows us to provide clear, effective advice from day one:
- Gather Your Documentation: Collate all relevant documents, including contracts, credit applications, invoices, statements of account, and any email or written correspondence related to the debt.
- Create a Timeline: Note down a simple timeline of key events, such as when the work was completed, when invoices were issued, and what promises of payment were made.
- Cease Direct Demands: Once you decide to engage a commercial debt recovery lawyer, it’s best to cease making your own demands for payment to avoid any actions that could complicate the legal process.
How to Engage a Debt Recovery Lawyer
We make it simple to take action, with a clear process designed to give you confidence from the first conversation:
- Book an Initial Consultation: Contact our team to share your situation confidentially so we can understand the nature of the debt and your commercial goals.
- Receive a Tailored Strategy: We will assess your position, outline the most effective recovery options, and provide a clear, transparent fee estimate.
- Engage and Begin Recovery: Once approved, our team immediately begins recovery action on your behalf—keeping you informed every step of the way.
Recover what’s yours. Reach out for a confidential consultation.
FAQs
No debt is too small to discuss. We provide a frank assessment of commercial viability, helping you weigh the potential recovery against the costs. For smaller debts, we often utilise streamlined, cost-effective processes to maximise your net return.
Debt recovery becomes more complex, but not always impossible. We conduct searches to assess the debtor’s financial position. Even if a company is insolvent, there may be other avenues to explore, such as pursuing directors personally for insolvent trading. We provide realistic advice on the prospects of success.
Get Professional Debt Recovery Advice Today
Unresolved debts do not age well. They weaken your financial position and create a precedent that your agreements are negotiable. The time for ambiguity is over.
Contact our CG Collect team to initiate the process of resolution. Our debt recovery lawyers in NSW provide the procedural authority required to restore accountability and bring this matter to its necessary conclusion.
