[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Letter Transmitting Summons by Publication Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to inform you about the initiation of legal proceedings against you in the matter of [Case Name] in the [Court Name], Lima, Arizona. Upon diligent efforts made to serve you personally with the necessary summons and complaint, it has come to our attention that you are currently unavailable at the provided mailing address. We have also exhausted all reasonable means to obtain your contact details or locate you physically. Therefore, pursuant to Arizona Civil Procedure Rule 4.2 and after obtaining authorization from the court, we are left with no choice but to serve you with the summons by publication. The purpose of this letter is to notify you about the commencement of the legal action against you and to provide you with the relevant details regarding this publication process. Please find enclosed the official summons and complaint related to the aforementioned case. To ensure that you are properly served, we will be publishing the summons and a detailed description of the case in an approved newspaper of general circulation in the county where the action is pending, which in this case is Pima County. The publication will be made once a week for four consecutive weeks, in compliance with the requirements outlined by Arizona law. It is of utmost importance that you acknowledge the severity of this legal matter and its potential consequences. By receiving this letter, you are hereby notified that you must respond to the complaint within the time period specified in the summons. Failure to respond may result in a default judgment being entered against you. If you wish to obtain legal advice, it is highly recommended that you consult with an attorney who specializes in the area of law relevant to your case. They will be able to guide you through the legal process and help you understand your rights and obligations. In case you have any questions or concerns regarding the content or procedures mentioned in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact our office. We will be happy to address any queries you may have and assist you with the required information. Please note that this letter is being sent via certified mail with return receipt requested to ensure proper delivery and documentation of communication attempts. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Law Firm/Organization Name] [Law Firm/Organization Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] --- Note: The above sample letter is a general template for transmitting summons by publication in Lima, Arizona. It is important to consult with legal professionals and tailor the letter according to the specific requirements and guidelines set by the court and applicable laws. Different types or variations of the letter may exist based on the specifics of the case and court procedures.