[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Title] [Law Firm or Company Name] [Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Extension of Time to File Responsive Pleading Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing on behalf of [Your Name] in reference to the above-mentioned subject. We are currently involved in a legal matter where [briefly explain the context of the case and the need for a responsive pleading]. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to inform you that our fax machine malfunctioned, resulting in the loss of the fax containing our responsive pleading, which was originally sent on [date]. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that we are taking immediate steps to address the issue and rectify the situation. In light of this unfortunate incident, we kindly request you to grant us an extension of [number of days] to file our responsive pleading. We are committed to adhering to the legal system's timelines and understand the importance of meeting all deadlines. Therefore, we assure you that the replacement of the lost fax will be sent today, along with relevant supporting documents. We understand that the court's schedule is rigorous, and we greatly appreciate any consideration you can provide regarding this extension. It is of utmost importance to present a comprehensive and well-thought-out responsive pleading to ensure a fair and just representation of our client's case. We firmly believe that this extension will not cause any prejudice or undue delay to the proceedings. Enclosed with this letter, you will find a copy of the replacement fax, duly filled out and signed. Additionally, we have attached all supporting documents required to substantiate our responsive pleading. Kindly confirm receipt of this letter and grant us the requested extension at your earliest convenience. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your understanding and consideration in this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Law Firm or Company Name] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Enclosure: Replacement Fax and Supporting Documents.