[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [City Name] [City Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: City of Counsel's Refusal to Submit Proposal to Serve as Bond Counsel Dear [City Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally notify the City of [City Name] that our law firm, [Firm Name], will not be submitting a proposal to serve as bond counsel for any upcoming projects or initiatives in the city. We understand and appreciate the opportunity; however, after careful consideration and review of our current workload and commitments, we have determined that we are unable to take on additional bond counsel responsibilities at this time. Please be assured that this decision was not made lightly. We highly value our professional relationship with the City of [City Name] and have always strived to provide the highest quality legal services. However, due to unforeseen circumstances and an overwhelming number of ongoing commitments, we have reached our capacity. It is our top priority to ensure that every client receives the attention and expertise they require and deserve, and taking on new bond counsel projects could potentially compromise our ability to meet these obligations. We understand that selecting a bond counsel is a crucial decision for the City of [City Name], as it has significant implications for the successful execution of various projects. Therefore, we recommend exploring other reputable firms in the region that possess the necessary expertise and resources to effectively serve as bond counsel. In doing so, we are confident that you will find a suitable alternative that meets your requirements and can provide quality legal services. Should you require any assistance or guidance during your search for a new bond counsel, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are more than happy to provide recommendations or answer any questions you may have. Once again, we apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment this decision may cause. We genuinely appreciate the opportunity you extended to our firm and remain committed to supporting the City of [City Name] in any way possible. We hope that our paths cross again in the future, and we look forward to the possibility of collaborating on other projects. Thank you for your understanding and considering our request. Should you need any further information, please feel free to contact me at [Phone Number] or [Email Address]. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Firm Name]