The first thing you will need to request a continuance is a valid reason. I RESPECTFULLY REQUEST that the Court grant my Request for Continuance.I ALSO REQUEST that the Court award any other relief it considers fair and proper. "Your honor, I am ______. I am the defendant (or the plaintiff) in this case. A letter of representation (basically, just saying that the attorney intends to take the case if the continuance is granted) can be helpful. Okay. I'm sending you a sample motion for continuance in the chat. It does say County of Campbell, but you can modify that to whatever county the case is in. A "motion for a continuance" is a request asking the judge to make an order changing your hearing date. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH REQUEST FOR CONTINUANCE OF HEARING IN UNCONTESTED DIVORCE Case No.