[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Request for Bill Associated with Summons by Publication Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to request a detailed bill associated with the summons by publication issued on [Date of Summons] in relation to the case [Case Number] in [Court Name] in the state of North Dakota. I am a party to the aforementioned case and understand that summons by publication was necessary due to the inability to serve the defendant through traditional means. As per the applicable laws and regulations in North Dakota, I am entitled to receive an itemized bill outlining the costs associated with the publication of the summons. Kindly provide me with a comprehensive breakdown of the charges, including but not limited to the following: 1. Publication Costs: Please specify the expenses incurred for publishing the summons in local newspapers or any other designated publication outlet. 2. Advertising Fees: If any advertisement charges were incurred to ensure the notice reached a wider audience, please detail these costs separately. 3. Court Clerk Fees: Specify any administrative fees collected by the court clerk for processing or filing the summons by publication. 4. Legal Service Fees: Provide information on any fees paid to legal service providers or process servers in order to facilitate the service of summons by publication. 5. Other Associated Expenses: If there were any additional expenses incurred throughout the process, please specify and explain them individually. As per North Dakota law, I am entitled to an itemized bill within [time period] of this written request. Kindly ensure that the document is sent to the address mentioned above. If any additional documents or forms are necessary to process this request, please let me know, and I will promptly provide them. I understand the importance of settling any outstanding bills for services rendered; therefore, I kindly request that you expedite the process and provide the requested information as soon as possible. Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]