South Dakota Sample Letter concerning Continuance of Trial Date - Agreement to Continue Trial

• Category: Letters - Legal - Continuance
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-0229LTR
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

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] [Judge's Name] [Judge's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] RE: South Dakota Sample Letter concerning Continuance of Trial Date — Agreement to Continue Trial Dear Honorable [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing regarding the upcoming trial date in the case of [Case Name], scheduled to be heard on [Trial Date] in [Court Name]. After careful consideration and discussions with all parties involved, including the opposing counsel, we have reached an agreement to request a continuance of the trial date. Both plaintiff and defendant are fully supportive of this request and acknowledge the need for additional time to adequately prepare the case for trial. Our reasons for seeking a continuance are as follows: 1. Discovery Process: The discovery process has been more time-consuming than initially anticipated due to the complexity of the case and the extensive amount of evidence involved. Both parties require additional time to thoroughly review and analyze the evidence presented. 2. Expert Witnesses: Expert witnesses play a crucial role in this case, and due to unexpected circumstances, their reports are not yet finalized. Extending the trial date will allow ample time for all expert witnesses to complete their reports and for both parties to review and respond to them properly. 3. Settlement Negotiations: Continuous settlement negotiations have taken place between the parties, and there remains a possibility that a resolution can be reached. By extending the trial date, we can ensure that all avenues for settlement have been exhausted before proceeding to trial, saving valuable court resources and time. Both the plaintiff and defendant have expressed their willingness to cooperate and support the request for continuance. We believe that the interests of justice will be best served by allowing this continuance to ensure a fair and thorough trial. Should the court grant our request, we propose the following timeline for the new trial date: 1. Proposed New Trial Date: [Proposed Trial Date] 2. Completion of Discovery Process: [Date] 3. Submission of Expert Witness Reports: [Date] 4. Finalize Settlement Negotiations: [Date] We kindly request the court's prompt attention and consideration of this matter. If necessary, we are prepared to provide any additional information or supporting documentation to facilitate the court's decision-making process. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and we appreciate your understanding of the need for a continuance. We remain at your disposal should you require any further clarification or have any questions. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position, if applicable] [Attorney/Firm Name, if applicable]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Judge's Name] [Judge's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] RE: South Dakota Sample Letter concerning Continuance of Trial Date — Agreement to Continue Trial Dear Honorable [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing regarding the upcoming trial date in the case of [Case Name], scheduled to be heard on [Trial Date] in [Court Name]. After careful consideration and discussions with all parties involved, including the opposing counsel, we have reached an agreement to request a continuance of the trial date. Both plaintiff and defendant are fully supportive of this request and acknowledge the need for additional time to adequately prepare the case for trial. Our reasons for seeking a continuance are as follows: 1. Discovery Process: The discovery process has been more time-consuming than initially anticipated due to the complexity of the case and the extensive amount of evidence involved. Both parties require additional time to thoroughly review and analyze the evidence presented. 2. Expert Witnesses: Expert witnesses play a crucial role in this case, and due to unexpected circumstances, their reports are not yet finalized. Extending the trial date will allow ample time for all expert witnesses to complete their reports and for both parties to review and respond to them properly. 3. Settlement Negotiations: Continuous settlement negotiations have taken place between the parties, and there remains a possibility that a resolution can be reached. By extending the trial date, we can ensure that all avenues for settlement have been exhausted before proceeding to trial, saving valuable court resources and time. Both the plaintiff and defendant have expressed their willingness to cooperate and support the request for continuance. We believe that the interests of justice will be best served by allowing this continuance to ensure a fair and thorough trial. Should the court grant our request, we propose the following timeline for the new trial date: 1. Proposed New Trial Date: [Proposed Trial Date] 2. Completion of Discovery Process: [Date] 3. Submission of Expert Witness Reports: [Date] 4. Finalize Settlement Negotiations: [Date] We kindly request the court's prompt attention and consideration of this matter. If necessary, we are prepared to provide any additional information or supporting documentation to facilitate the court's decision-making process. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and we appreciate your understanding of the need for a continuance. We remain at your disposal should you require any further clarification or have any questions. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position, if applicable] [Attorney/Firm Name, if applicable]