Defamation Letter Before Action Template for Australia

1. Previous Correspondence: Reference to any previous attempts to resolve the matter, used when there has been prior communication

2. Undertakings Sought: Specific undertakings requested from the recipient, used when ongoing obligations are sought

3. Urgency Statement: Explanation of why immediate action is required, used when seeking urgent relief

4. Financial Impact: Details of specific financial losses, used when monetary damages are being sought

5. Third Party Recipients: List of other parties who have received or will receive the letter, used when multiple parties are involved

6. Without Prejudice Save as to Costs: Legal protection statement, used when including settlement proposals

1. Schedule A - Copy of Defamatory Material: Complete copy or screenshot of the defamatory content

2. Schedule B - Evidence of Publication: Documentation proving when and where the content was published

3. Schedule C - Evidence of Harm: Documentation of reputational damage or financial loss

4. Schedule D - Chronology: Timeline of relevant events and communications

5. Schedule E - Draft Apology: Proposed wording for any requested public apology

6. Schedule F - Previous Correspondence: Copies of relevant prior communications between parties