Commercial Debt Recovery. Backed by Litigation.
When invoices go unpaid, collection emails only go so far. We pursue delinquent commercial accounts through attorney demands, negotiated resolution, litigation, and judgment enforcement when legally appropriate.
Not Simply a Collection Agency.
Sterling Recovery Law is a commercial recovery law practice. We represent businesses seeking recovery of legitimate unpaid obligations.
Every matter begins with a review of the underlying agreement, invoices, payment history, correspondence, and available documentation.
Where appropriate, our attorneys can pursue the matter from initial demand through litigation and judgment enforcement.
Limited to demand letters and collection calls. No legal authority.
Full legal authority from demand through judgment enforcement, when appropriate.
Results depend on the facts and circumstances of each matter. Not all matters proceed to litigation. Representation subject to attorney review and execution of an engagement agreement.
From Unpaid Invoice to Resolution.
Case Review
We review contracts, invoices, payment records, correspondence, and supporting documentation to understand the claim and assess the available evidence.
Attorney Demand
When appropriate, counsel issues a formal demand communicating the creditor's position and requesting resolution. A demand from a law firm carries legal weight that collection notices do not.
Negotiation
We pursue payment, settlement, or another commercially reasonable resolution — working toward recovery without unnecessary escalation where possible.
Litigation
If voluntary resolution fails, counsel can evaluate whether filing suit is legally and economically appropriate given the amount owed, available evidence, and debtor circumstances.
Judgment & Enforcement
Where legally available, the firm can pursue appropriate post-judgment remedies to enforce a judgment obtained through the legal process.
Not every matter proceeds through all stages. Counsel will evaluate each matter individually. Whether litigation is appropriate depends on the facts, jurisdiction, amount owed, and debtor circumstances.
Commercial Debts We Handle.
Subject to attorney review. Not all claims are accepted for representation.
Unpaid Invoices
Outstanding invoices for goods delivered or services rendered that remain unpaid beyond terms.
Breach of Contract
Payment obligations arising from a breached commercial agreement or failed contractual performance.
Professional Service Fees
Unpaid fees owed to attorneys, consultants, accountants, engineers, and other professionals.
Business-to-Business Debt
Delinquent obligations between commercial entities, including trade credit and open account balances.
Delinquent Accounts
Accounts past due beyond standard payment terms where internal collection efforts have been exhausted.
Payment Agreements
Broken installment plans, promissory notes, or structured payment arrangements in default.
Vendor & Supplier Debt
Amounts owed to vendors, suppliers, or distributors for goods or materials provided on credit.
Commercial Receivables
Portfolio-level commercial receivables and outstanding account balances requiring legal recovery.
Submitting information does not create an attorney-client relationship. Representation begins only after conflicts review and execution of an engagement agreement.
Collection Changes When Counsel Gets Involved.
Businesses often exhaust internal emails, calls, reminders, and ordinary collection attempts before seeking legal counsel. By the time a matter reaches us, the creditor has typically made repeated good-faith efforts to resolve the obligation voluntarily.
Sterling Recovery Law provides one path from pre-litigation recovery through litigation — rather than forcing the creditor to transfer the account between multiple providers if escalation becomes appropriate. Each matter is evaluated individually, and counsel will advise on the commercially reasonable path forward based on the specific facts.
Legal Review
Claims are reviewed from a legal and commercial perspective — not simply as accounts to be worked. The underlying agreement, documentation, and debtor circumstances inform the approach from the outset.
One Continuous Process
Pre-litigation recovery and litigation can remain within one legal team when appropriate. Creditors are not forced to transfer the account between a collection agency and a separate law firm if escalation becomes necessary.
Commercial Decision Making
Litigation should make economic sense. Counsel evaluates the amount owed, available evidence, debtor circumstances, jurisdiction, and expected recovery before recommending escalation.
You Did the Work. Now Get Paid.
Submit the delinquent account for an initial review. Subject to attorney review and availability.
Common Questions.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by reading this page or submitting information. Results depend on the facts and circumstances of each matter.
Stop Chasing Unpaid Accounts.
Your team should be focused on running your business — not repeatedly chasing customers who have failed to honor their payment obligations. Submit the matter for review and let counsel evaluate the appropriate path forward.
Submitting information does not create an attorney-client relationship. Representation begins only after conflicts review and execution of an engagement agreement. Results depend on the facts and circumstances of each matter.