Subject: Request for Refund of Balance of Retainer — Illinois Sample Letter Dear [Client's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. It is with great pleasure that I write to inform you regarding the refund of the balance remaining in your retainer account. This letter serves as an official communication to address your concerns and provide the necessary information. Upon review of your retainer account, we want to acknowledge that there is an unused portion of the retainer balance available to be refunded to you. In accordance with the Illinois State Bar Rules and Regulations, we are obligated to refund any remaining funds not used towards the agreed legal services. As per our records, the balance of your retainer account is $[Amount]. This amount represents the funds that were initially deposited into your account but have not been consumed during the legal process. To ensure a prompt refund, we kindly request you to provide us with the following details: 1. Your full name and contact information (including phone number and email address). 2. Preferred method of refund (check, direct deposit, or wire transfer). 3. The mailing address or banking details (if applicable) where you would like the refund to be sent. Once we receive the requested information, our accounting department will initiate the refund process promptly. Please allow [timeframe] for the processing and verification of the request. We take this opportunity to remind you that this refund applies only to the balance of your retainer account and any outstanding charges or fees that remain unpaid will be deducted from this amount. Should there be any remaining balance after settlement of the outstanding charges, it will be refunded to you accordingly. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact our office at [Phone Number] or email us at [Email Address]. We are here to ensure a seamless and hassle-free refund process. Thank you for entrusting us with your legal affairs, and we appreciate the opportunity to serve you. We value your satisfaction as a client, and we remain committed to providing you with the highest level of legal representation. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Law Firm Name] [Law Firm Address]