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Subject: Settlement Offer in the State of Maine (Sample Letter to Opposing Counsel) [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Opposing Counsel's Name] [Opposing Counsel's Firm] [Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Settlement Offer in the Case of [Plaintiff] vs. [Defendant] Dear [Opposing Counsel's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing on behalf of my client, [Client's Name], in reference to the above-mentioned case pending before the [Court Name], in the State of Maine. After much careful consideration and discussions with my client, we are making a settlement offer to resolve this matter amicably and avoid further litigation expenses for both parties. The main purpose of this settlement offer is to reach a mutually beneficial resolution that encompasses our client's interests while avoiding the time-consuming and costly procedures associated with trial. We believe that an agreeable settlement is in the best interest of all parties involved and will help us avoid the uncertainties and potential risks associated with further litigation. The terms of our proposed settlement offer are as follows: 1. Payment: In order to resolve this matter promptly, our client is willing to accept a lump-sum settlement payment of [amount in figures (EX)] to be made within [number of days] days of both parties signing a settlement agreement. The payment shall be made by [payment method] to [your client's specified account]. 2. Release and Dismissal: Upon receipt of the settlement payment, our client agrees to release and discharge the defendant, [Defendant's Name], and any affiliated entities or individuals involved in the case from all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, suits, and liabilities, known or unknown, arising out of the aforementioned dispute, thereby dismissing the case with prejudice. 3. Confidentiality: Both parties shall maintain strict confidentiality regarding the terms and settlement amount, except as necessary to enforce the settlement agreement or as required by law. 4. Mutual Non-Disparagement: Both parties shall refrain from making any defamatory or disparaging remarks about each other, whether written or oral, regarding this dispute or the underlying facts leading to the resolution. 5. Complete Agreement: This settlement offer constitutes the entire agreement between the parties, and no other terms, representations, or warranties, whether oral or written, shall be binding unless incorporated in writing and signed by both parties. Please note that this settlement offer is made without prejudice, with the intent of facilitating amicable resolution. By accepting this offer, your client acknowledges that they are settling this dispute voluntarily and without any admission of liability or fault. Kindly convey this offer to your client at the earliest convenience, and do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions or seek clarification on any aspect of this settlement proposal. We eagerly await your response and hope that we can successfully reach a settlement agreement that satisfies both parties. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Your Law Firm] [Email Address] [Phone Number]
