This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Opposing Attorney's Name] [Opposing Attorney's Law Firm] [Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Re: [Case Name or Docket Number] Dear [Opposing Attorney's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I am writing to address the settlement offer presented to me on behalf of your client in the aforementioned case. After careful consideration and consultation with my client, I regret to inform you that we must decline the settlement offer. Upon thorough examination of the proposed settlement, we firmly believe that it inadequately compensates for the damages sustained by my client due to [provide brief background regarding the case and the nature of the damages]. We appreciate your efforts to reach a resolution outside of court, but we find it necessary to proceed towards litigation to secure a fair and just outcome for my client. Additionally, it is crucial to note that New York law, specifically [cite relevant sections or cases], favors a strong stance in seeking proper compensation for our client's losses. Given this legal precedent and upon evaluating the facts and evidence of the case, we strongly believe that pursuing our claims in court is the most appropriate course of action. Furthermore, during our review of the settlement offer, we found certain discrepancies and omissions that raise concerns regarding the validity and fairness of the proposal. Specifically, [highlight any major concerns or points that influence our decision to decline the offer]. These concerns reinforce our belief that engaging with the court system and allowing an impartial judge and jury to evaluate the merits of our case is in the best interest of my client. Despite declining the settlement offer, we remain open to exploring potential alternative means of resolution, such as mediation or negotiation under the supervision of a neutral third party. If you believe that such an approach could be fruitful in the future, please inform us, and we are willing to reconsider our position. In light of the above, I kindly request that you promptly inform your client of our decision and provide us with any relevant updates or new proposals as we proceed with litigation. This will ensure an efficient and transparent legal process for both parties involved. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter and confirm your understanding of our decision to decline the settlement offer. I look forward to hearing from you within [reasonable timeframe]. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I anticipate a fair and amicable resolution despite our current differences. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Law Firm] [Law Firm Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] Keywords: New York, sample letter, opposing attorney, declining settlement offer, case, docket number, damages, litigation, compensation, fair outcome, New York law, legal precedent, negotiation, mediation, concerns, discrepancies, omissions, neutral third-party, resolution, judge, jury, facts, evidence, court system, update, proposal.
