For nonFMLA leave, here are two examples of leave of absence letters you can use to help you craft your leave request. A sample letter approving a leave of absence under company policy.Requesting a leave of absence from work can be tricky. See how to do it properly with these sample leave of absence request letters. This resource provides a sample letter you can use to request these leaves from your employer. (You may request leave again in the future. There is no involuntary servitude in California. You may back out of your contract and no one can enforce your performance.