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Cease & desist letters
Get a Cease and Desist Letter for a Bad Reference
Has a bad reference cost you a job opportunity? You’re not alone. Millions of people are given bad references every year, and it can have a devastating impact on their careers. Here’s how to make it stop.
Start with a free inquiry. When you submit your request, we’ll contact you to finalize the details of your order. Prefer to talk? Call (800) 890-5645.
7,400+
satisfied clients since 1984
99.7%
documented success rate in stopping bad references
The process
- Consultation about what was said and by whom
- Draft for your approval, prepared by our legal team
- Sent by certified mail within one week of approval
- Follow-up reference check four weeks later
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What you’ll get
Everything it takes to stop a bad reference.
Customized draft
After your consultation, we prepare a rough draft tailored to your specific situation, for your approval.
Certified dispatch
Once you approve the draft, your letter reaches your former company’s designated representative by certified mail within a week.
Final copy delivered
You receive a final copy of the letter by email on the day it’s sent.
Follow-up reference check
A month after the company receives your letter, we run a follow-up reference check to assess the response.
Deposition readiness
In the unlikely event we’re needed for a deposition about your negative reference, we’re prepared to serve (additional fees may apply).
Reference archival
We store your references for an additional 12 months at no extra charge.
Peace of mind
Our priority is making sure a negative reference doesn’t hinder your future employment.
Client testimonials
It’s one thing to know. It’s another to do something about it.
I’d given up hope that I would ever be able to do anything about my past boss who has been badmouthing me. Thanks to the “Cease and Desist Letter” he has been stopped. Thank goodness I found out about your service – I would have contacted you years ago if I’d known your services existed.
It’s one thing to suspect I had a ‘bad apple’ in my reference barrel, another thing to confirm it. And then, being able to do something about it with your Cease & Desist letter – I finally feel like I’m getting my career back. Thanks so much!
It’s one thing to know I had a bad reference, another to be able to do something about it. I’m (finally) employed again after many months of searching. Many thanks!
A $1,200 value
Take action today for just $425.
The retainer covers the legal analysis, the letter, certified mail and a follow-up reference check. Thirty years of cease and desist letters, with a documented 99.7% success rate.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does the Cease & Desist service include?
A legal analysis of your unfavorable reference; a drafted, then finalized Cease & Desist letter sent via certified mail; a follow-up reference check; and archiving of your references with our firm for an additional 12 months. Most importantly, you gain peace of mind knowing the unfavorable reference is being professionally addressed.
How much does this cost?
The service starts with a $425 retainer, which covers the legal analysis, your letter, certified mail and the follow-up reference check. Rush letters and letters to employers outside the U.S. are $30 extra each. Please be aware that any additional demands on the attorney’s time, such as calls or emails, will result in extra fees.
What information do I need to provide?
We’ll need the name, title, address, fax number, email and phone numbers of the CEO or senior management of your former employer.
Does it work?
Allison & Taylor has provided cease and desist letter services for 30 years, with a documented 99.7% success rate in stopping bad references. The follow-up reference check a month after delivery shows you how your former employer responded.
Is there a guarantee for the service?
While we strive to make our process effective, it’s not possible to offer a guarantee or refund for the service. Our dedicated team will, however, do everything we can to assist you.
What happens after the letter is sent?
A follow-up reference check is conducted after four weeks, and your references are kept on file for 12 months.
How long does it take for them to receive the letter?
After consulting with the attorney, you’ll receive a rough draft for your approval. Once approved, the finalized letter is sent within one week.
Is the Cease & Desist letter copyrighted?
Yes. The letter is a copyrighted work product.
Can I communicate directly with the attorney?
Certainly. If you need extra time with Allison & Taylor or the attorney, you can communicate directly. Additional fees are billed for this time.
Who will be named in the letter?
The company representative who gave the negative reference. The reference-checking firm is not named in the letter.
Secure your next opportunity
Don’t know what your references are saying yet?
Start with a confidential reference check. If it turns up a bad reference, a Cease & Desist letter is the next step.
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