[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Copy of Answer, Affirmative Defenses, and Cross claim Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to request copies of the Answer, Affirmative Defenses, and Cross claim pertaining to the case [Case Name/Number] currently pending in [Court Name] in North Dakota. As a party involved in this litigation, it is crucial for me to familiarize myself with the filed documents to properly prepare my defense. I kindly request that you promptly provide me with the following documents: 1. Copy of Answer: I require a complete copy of the Answer filed by the defendant(s) in response to the complaint. This will help me understand the defendant's specific responses and any potential defenses they have raised. 2. Affirmative Defenses: I kindly ask for a copy of the Affirmative Defenses filed by the defendant(s). These defenses often present additional claims and explanations that may impact the course of the case. Understanding these defenses will enable me to adequately address them during the legal process. 3. Cross claim: If there is an ongoing cross claim filed by any of the parties involved in the case, I request a copy of this document as well. The cross claim may introduce additional parties or raise new issues that require my attention and preparation. I understand that there may be associated fees for obtaining these documents. Kindly inform me of the applicable charges, and upon receipt of the total cost, I will promptly make the necessary payment. Please send the requested documents to my address mentioned above or provide me with instructions on how to obtain them from the court's filing office or via any online system accessible to the public. I appreciate your attention to this matter and your prompt response. If you require any additional information or have any queries regarding my request, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely, [Your Name]