{"id":2715,"date":"2026-10-22T07:46:47","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T07:46:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/business-contract-and-vendor-dispute-attorney\/vendor-payment-withholding-dispute-attorney-florida\/"},"modified":"2026-10-28T00:52:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T00:52:24","slug":"vendor-payment-withholding-dispute-attorney-florida","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/business-contract-and-vendor-dispute-attorney\/vendor-payment-withholding-dispute-attorney-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"Vendor Payment Withholding Attorney in Florida | KEW Legal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-2714\" alt=\"Small business owner&#x27;s desk covered with vendor invoices, contract notices, and an open legal folder documenting a payment dispute.\" src=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/small-business-owner-s-desk-covered-with-vendor-invoices-con-photo-2.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/small-business-owner-s-desk-covered-with-vendor-invoices-con-photo-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/small-business-owner-s-desk-covered-with-vendor-invoices-con-photo-2-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/small-business-owner-s-desk-covered-with-vendor-invoices-con-photo-2-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/small-business-owner-s-desk-covered-with-vendor-invoices-con-photo-2-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/small-business-owner-s-desk-covered-with-vendor-invoices-con-photo-2.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Business Contract &amp; Vendor Dispute Attorney | Coral Gables and Sunny Isles Beach<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Vendor Payment Withholding Attorney in Florida<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">KEW Legal helps business owners across Miami-Dade and Broward decide whether withholding a vendor payment is defensible, and how to respond before a payment dispute escalates. Free first consultation, confidential and without obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13059902300\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/contact-us\/\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Kristina E. Wilson \u00b7 Published October 22, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A vendor payment withholding dispute attorney in Florida looks at two things first: what the contract allows, and what the paper trail proves. Without that support, the business that stops paying can become the party in breach. This page explains the difference. It also covers what KEW Legal reviews before any payment is held.<\/p>\n<h2>What is a vendor payment withholding dispute?<\/h2>\n<p>A vendor payment withholding dispute starts when a business holds back all or part of an invoice. The business believes the vendor&#8217;s work or billing falls short. The vendor believes it is owed the money.<\/p>\n<p>Common triggers include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Poor, incomplete or defective work<\/li>\n<li>Overbilling, or charges nobody approved in writing<\/li>\n<li>Missed deadlines or milestones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This page is written for owners, managers and investors who pay contractors, suppliers and service providers across Miami-Dade and South Florida, including Broward County. Many owners stop paying first and read the contract later. That order is where most of the trouble starts.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#x27;re deciding whether to hold back a vendor&#x27;s invoice over poor work or overbilling, we can review your contract and paper trail with you before any money moves. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13059902300\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-black-woman-lawyer-reads-legal-papers-at-her-desk-in-a-mod-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A Black woman lawyer reads legal papers at a desk in a modern office.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>When can withholding payment be defensible under a Florida contract?<\/h2>\n<p>The contract is the starting point. Read these terms first:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Payment terms and when invoices are due<\/li>\n<li>Scope of work and acceptance criteria<\/li>\n<li>Change-order rules<\/li>\n<li>Any right to offset or hold back money<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some contracts require written notice and a chance to fix the problem before any hold-back. These notice-and-cure clauses change what you can do and how you must do it.<\/p>\n<p>For goods a buyer has accepted, Florida law puts the burden on the buyer to prove any breach. See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0672\/Sections\/0672.607.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 672.607<\/a>. Service contracts may follow different rules, so check which framework fits your deal. Whether a particular hold-back is supportable depends on the facts of each relationship.<\/p>\n<h2>What are the risks of withholding without a clear contract basis?<\/h2>\n<p>Withholding without a contract or legal basis can itself be a breach. That can expose your business to a claim for the unpaid balance. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0672\/Sections\/0672.709.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 672.709<\/a>, a seller may recover the price when a buyer fails to pay for goods it accepted.<\/p>\n<p>Other risks include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Demand letters and lawsuits.<\/strong> A vendor may send a demand or file a collection case.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest.<\/strong> Where interest accrues without a special contract rate, the rate follows <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0687\/Sections\/0687.01.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 687.01<\/a>, which points to the rate in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0055\/Sections\/0055.03.html\">\u00a7 55.03<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0057\/Sections\/0057.105.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 57.105<\/a>. That same section requires courts to award attorney&#8217;s fees, paid in equal amounts by the losing party and its lawyer, where they knew or should have known that a claim or defense was not supported by the material facts or by then-existing law. But fees for a claim or defense unsupported by then-existing law may not be awarded against a represented party, or where it was a good-faith argument to change the law with a reasonable expectation of success. Fees also may not be awarded against a lawyer who acted in good faith on the client&#8217;s representations about the facts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost leverage.<\/strong> Vague, late or misdirected notices weaken your position in negotiation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disruption.<\/strong> A dispute can slow projects, supply or operations you still need.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What documents support a set-off, and what should you gather?<\/h2>\n<p>The strongest files pair the contract with dated proof of the problem. Gather these before you send any dispute notice:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The contract, purchase orders, scope of work, specifications, and signed amendments or change orders<\/li>\n<li>Invoices, payment history, and any charge you did not approve in writing<\/li>\n<li>Inspection reports, photos, test results, delivery records and punch lists<\/li>\n<li>Emails, texts and meeting notes showing what was requested, promised and reported<\/li>\n<li>A simple timeline of deadlines, missed milestones and your responses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Write the timeline in plain facts. Dates matter more than adjectives. Florida also sets time limits for suing on a contract. A clause that tries to shorten them is void under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.03.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 95.03<\/a>, so don&#8217;t assume a contract term controls the clock.<\/p>\n<h2>How does KEW Legal assess the position and the notice?<\/h2>\n<p>KEW Legal reviews the contract and the record first. Then it sizes any hold-back to what the documents support. The usual steps are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Review the payment, withholding, notice, cure and dispute-resolution terms.<\/li>\n<li>Compare the documented problem with the amount being held, so the hold-back does not exceed the record.<\/li>\n<li>Draft or review the written notice. It should name the specific defect, the contract provision relied on, and the cure or response required.<\/li>\n<li>Advise on the payment choice: pay under protest, pay part, escrow the disputed amount, or hold the balance pending resolution.<\/li>\n<li>Plan the next step if the vendor disagrees. That may mean negotiation, mediation, arbitration or litigation, depending on the contract. A written agreement to arbitrate is generally enforceable under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0682\/Sections\/0682.02.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 682.02<\/a>, except on grounds that exist to revoke a contract.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Silence can carry risk too. Put any objection in writing when you pay.<\/p>\n<h2>Why do business owners work with KEW Legal on vendor payment disputes?<\/h2>\n<p>KEW Legal acts as outside general counsel for business owners and investors across Miami-Dade and South Florida. Vendor payment withholding disputes are part of that work. The firm has offices in Coral Gables and Sunny Isles Beach.<\/p>\n<p>Kristina E. Wilson is the responsible lawyer for this page. The firm&#8217;s lawyers include Kristina E. Wilson and Natalie Martinez. Our team can also help with related matters:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Business contract and vendor disputes<\/li>\n<li>Commercial leases<\/li>\n<li>Partnership disputes<\/li>\n<li>Employment law for employers, when a vendor issue overlaps with staffing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Vendor problems often connect to other business problems, so one review can cover both. The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. You can review your position before you decide what to do with the money.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13059902300\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-woman-in-an-office-reviews-contracts-beside-law-books-and-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A woman sits at an office desk writing on contracts beside law books and a laptop.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions about vendor payment withholding in Florida<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I withhold payment if the vendor&#8217;s work is poor?<\/summary><p>Withholding without that basis can itself be a breach.<\/p><\/details><h3>Can I offset what a vendor owes me against an invoice?<\/h3><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the vendor missed a deadline?<\/summary><p>A missed deadline matters most when the contract ties payment or remedies to the schedule. Check the timing terms and any notice rules first.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does paying an invoice without objection waive my dispute?<\/summary><p>Paying without a written objection can weaken your position. Put any objection in writing at the time you pay.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How do I reach KEW Legal?<\/summary><p>Call 305-990-2300 or send a message through the contact page. KEW Legal has offices in Coral Gables and Sunny Isles Beach.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re deciding whether to hold back a vendor payment over poor work or overbilling, <a href=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/contact-us\/\">contact KEW Legal<\/a> and we&#8217;ll review your contract and paper trail with you before any money moves.<\/p><\/details><\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The engagement of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. The information on this website is general information about KEW Legal and the services we offer; it does not constitute legal advice and is intended for informational purposes only. Accessing this website or contacting our firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship. KEW Legal, 16690 Collins Ave Ste 1101, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How KEW Legal approaches vendor payment disputes<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contract review first<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We start with the agreement, the statement of work, payment terms and any notice provisions, so decisions rest on what the contract actually says.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting your position<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help you avoid steps that could expose your business to a counterclaim, including how to hold back funds and document your reasons.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear communication with vendors<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help you draft written notices and responses that set out your concerns clearly and keep the relationship on record.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Outside general counsel<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team works alongside business owners as ongoing outside general counsel, so vendor issues are handled with the rest of your company&#x27;s legal needs in view.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Timely attention<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Payment disputes move quickly. We prioritize prompt review so you understand your options while the facts are still fresh.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-contrast-color has-surface-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--surface,#f2f3f5);color:var(--wp--preset--color--contrast,#22252b);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color\">Withholding payment can create its own liability<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review the contract and any notice requirements before you stop payment.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+13059902300\">Schedule a Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/kewlegal.com\/contact-us\/\">Schedule a Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common reasons vendor payments get withheld<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poor or incomplete work<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether defective or unfinished work supports holding payment depends on the contract terms and the facts. We review both with you before any step is taken.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missed deadlines<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A late delivery matters most when the contract ties payment or remedies to the schedule. We check the timing terms and notice rules first.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disputed invoices<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you question charges, we help you separate undisputed amounts from disputed ones and document your objections in writing.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next steps with a vendor<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From a demand letter to negotiating a resolution, we help you choose a response that fits your contract and your ongoing business needs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Speak with Kristina E. Wilson at KEW Legal about your vendor payment question. 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