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Cease and Desist Letter
Free cease and desist letter template demanding someone stop a specific harmful or infringing activity.
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This free cease and desist letter covers The Issue, Demand, Consequences with 10 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for individuals and small businesses handling a straightforward legal document themselves needing a clear, professional document without commissioning custom legal drafting for a routine situation. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Cease and Desist Letter
[Your Name/Company] [Your Address] [Date]
[Recipient Name] [Recipient Address]
RE: Demand to Cease and Desist — [Brief Description of Issue]
Dear [Recipient Name],
It has come to my attention that you are [specific description of the conduct — e.g. "using my trademark ___ without authorization" or "making false statements about ___"].
The Issue
[Factual description of what's happening, with dates/evidence if available, and why it's improper — e.g. infringement of a specific right, breach of an agreement, defamation.]
Demand
I demand that you immediately cease [the specific conduct] and confirm in writing, within [Number] days of this letter, that you have done so.
Consequences
If this conduct does not stop by [Date], I will pursue all available legal remedies, which may include [litigation / a complaint to ___ / other specific action], without further notice.
I trust this can be resolved without further escalation.
Sincerely, [Your Name]
*This document is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. A cease and desist letter can be legally significant evidence (it can start clocks running on legal deadlines, or itself be actionable if the underlying claim is false) — have a licensed attorney review before sending one for anything beyond a low-stakes situation.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 3 standard sections: The Issue, Demand, Consequences
- 10 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Before involving a lawyer
A solid starting draft to review with counsel, or to use directly for a low-stakes situation.
FAQ
Is this cease and desist letter template really free?
Yes, completely free — view, edit, and download this cease and desist letter as a PDF without creating an account.
What does this cease and desist letter cover?
This legal template includes The Issue, Demand, Consequences. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. Legal documents are exactly where a generic template is most likely to miss something that matters — the right structure, required disclosures, and even which clauses are enforceable all vary by state and situation. Use this as a starting point for a conversation with a licensed attorney, not a substitute for one.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes — edit directly on the page, adjust any section or clause, and re-fill the 10 placeholder fields to match your situation before downloading a PDF. It's a starting structure, not a rigid script.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
Browse more free legal and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.
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- Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
- Demand Letter for Unpaid Invoice
- General Power of Attorney
- One-Way (Unilateral) NDA
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