Louisiana Sample Letter for Summons by Publication — Hand Delivered [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Phone Number] [Email Address] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Summons by Publication — Hand Delivered Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. As an authorized representative of [Plaintiff's Name], I am writing to formally serve you with a summons for [Case Number] filed in the [District Court] of [Parish], Louisiana. As per the court's order, we are proceeding with the method of service known as "Summons by Publication — Hand Delivered" in an effort to ensure proper notification to you. The purpose of this summons is to inform you of the lawsuit filed against you. You are named as a defendant in the aforementioned case, and it is essential that you respond within the specified time frame to avoid any adverse consequences. Failure to respond may result in a default judgment being entered against you. It is important to take this matter seriously as the court proceedings are based on the allegations made against you. We encourage you to seek legal advice promptly to understand your rights and obligations in relation to this case. In compliance with Louisiana law and the court's order, this summons is being hand delivered to you as an additional measure to ensure that you receive proper notice. You hereby acknowledge receipt of this summons and the accompanying documents [list any attachments, if applicable]. You have a legal obligation to respond to this summons within [number of days] from the date of receiving this letter. Your response should be filed with the [District Court] of [Parish], Louisiana, and a copy must be served on [Plaintiff's Attorney's Name and Address]. If you need further assistance or have any questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact [Plaintiff's Attorney's Name] at [Attorney's Phone Number] or [Attorney's Email Address]. Please be advised that failure to respond may result in the court proceeding with the case based on the information available, and you may be held liable for any judgment rendered. This summons and the attached documents are intended to ensure that your rights are protected, and we urge you to respond in a timely and appropriate manner. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and we hope for a swift resolution to this legal dispute. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Law Firm/Organization Name, if applicable]