[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Settlement Offer and Notice of Potential Default Judgment Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you regarding the ongoing legal matter between [Plaintiff's Name] and [Defendant's Name] in relation to [Nature of the Dispute]. In an effort to amicably resolve this matter, we are presenting a settlement offer and simultaneously notifying you about the potential consequences of default judgment in the event of non-compliance. Settlement Offer: [Explain the terms of the proposed settlement, including any monetary compensation, specific actions, or agreements] We firmly believe that accepting this settlement offer is in both parties' best interest as it allows us to avoid lengthy litigation, minimize costs, and resolve the matter with finality. We kindly request that you evaluate our settlement proposal in good faith and respond within [specify a reasonable timeframe]. Notice of Potential Default Judgment: In the event that you fail to respond to this settlement offer or provide a counteroffer within the specified timeframe, we would be left with no choice but to proceed with filing for a default judgment. A default judgment means that the court will rule in favor of the plaintiff without further input or defense from the defendant. This outcome could result in serious legal consequences, including but not limited to: 1. [Explain potential consequences of default judgment, such as financial penalties or adverse effects on credit ratings] 2. [Mention any other specific repercussions relevant to the case] We strongly advise against allowing this matter to escalate to default judgment. Our aim is to resolve this dispute in a fair and mutually agreeable manner, and we strongly encourage you to consider the settlement offer outlined above. Please note that this letter does not constitute legal advice, and it is merely an attempt to reach a resolution before further legal action is taken. We encourage you to seek independent legal counsel if necessary. To facilitate open communication and prompt resolution, we kindly request that you respond to this letter at your earliest convenience. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. We remain hopeful that we can reach a swift and satisfactory resolution to this matter. Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to receiving your response soon. Sincerely, [Your Name]