[Above the Sender's Address] [Date] [Court's Name and Address] Re: [Case Title and Number] Dear [Judge's Name]: I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to respectfully request the court's permission to substitute counsel of record in the aforementioned case. I, [Your Name], am currently serving as the appointed counsel for the defendant/plaintiff in this matter. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I find myself unable to continue representing [defendant/plaintiff] effectively. It is in the best interest of justice and the client's rights to have competent and dedicated legal representation throughout this litigation process. Therefore, I humbly request the court's consideration for the substitution of counsel. I would like to propose [New Attorney's Full Name] as a substitute counsel of record for [defendant/plaintiff]. [New Attorney's Name] has extensive experience in handling similar cases in Minnesota and comes highly recommended by members of the legal community. I have already discussed this matter with my client, and they have provided their consent and full approval for this substitution. [New Attorney's Name] is equally aware of the case's complexity and has expressed a strong willingness to assume the role of counsel for [defendant/plaintiff]. Therefore, I believe the transition between counsels will be seamless and cause minimal disruption to the case's progression. Enclosed with this letter is [New Attorney's Name]'s curriculum vitae and a signed original Notice of Appearance, indicating their preparedness to assume the role of substitute counsel upon the court's approval. I understand the importance of efficiently moving forward with this case, and I assure your honor that this substitution will not introduce unnecessary delays or adversely affect the proceedings. Our goal remains the pursuit of justice and ensuring fair and equal treatment for all parties involved. I kindly request the court's prompt attention to this matter, given the potential impact on the defendant's/plaintiff's right to diligent counsel. Should the court have any questions or require additional information, I am more than willing to provide any necessary documentation or appear at a scheduled hearing. Thank you for your time and careful consideration of this request. Your guidance and assistance in facilitating this substitution of counsel will be greatly appreciated. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]