[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Letter Transmitting Summons by Publication Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally transmit a Summons by Publication on behalf of [Plaintiff's Name] in [Court Name] in the State of New York. 1. Background: The Summons by Publication is a legal document designed to notify individuals or entities involved in a legal case that they are being sued or summoned to appear in court. In some instances, when the defendants or parties involved cannot be located or have evaded traditional means of service, a Summons by Publication becomes necessary. 2. Purpose: The purpose of this letter is to provide you with the necessary information regarding the lawsuit and your involvement as a defendant. You are hereby notified that you have been named as a defendant in the case of [Case Name and Number], filed on [Filing Date] in [Court Name]. Please be advised that the court proceedings will be carried out in the State of New York. 3. Summons by Publication: Due to the inability to locate you using traditional means of service, the court has approved the serving of a Summons by Publication. This means that the notice regarding your involvement in the lawsuit will be published in a newspaper authorized by the court. The publication will typically occur for a specified period, usually once a week for a certain number of consecutive weeks, as determined by the court. 4. Next Steps: It is imperative that you take this matter seriously. Failure to respond or appear in court within the specified timeframe may result in a default judgment being issued against you. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you seek legal counsel immediately to understand your rights, options, and obligations in this case. 5. Contact Information: If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or by email at [Your Email Address]. However, please note that I am not your legal representative and cannot provide you with legal advice. It is highly recommended that you consult an attorney to discuss your specific circumstances. 6. Confidentiality: All the information contained in this letter and related to the lawsuit is strictly confidential and should not be shared with anyone other than your legal counsel. Please be aware that this letter is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice or establish an attorney-client relationship. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title, if applicable]