[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, Zip] Re: Request to Issue Summons by Publication for [Case Number] Dear [Recipient's Name], I trust this letter finds you well. I am writing to request the issuance of a summons by publication in relation to the aforementioned case. Due to the current circumstances and the inability to personally serve the defendant(s), it is imperative to resort to alternative methods to ensure that they are officially notified of the pending legal proceedings against them. The Virgin Islands Code of Civil Procedure (VI CCP) Rule [Insert the applicable rule number] grants the court the authority to permit service by publication when personal service is not possible or has been unsuccessful despite diligent efforts. As such, I kindly request that the Court issue a summons by publication to effectively serve the defendant(s) and proceed with the legal process. To ensure compliance with the requirements of service by publication, please find enclosed the necessary documentation, including an affidavit of due diligence, which details the efforts made to personally serve the defendant(s). Additionally, this packet contains the proposed summons by publication, notice, and other relevant forms as required by the VI CCP. Furthermore, in accordance with the VI CCP, this letter serves as a "Notice to Defend." The defendant(s) have [state the number of days, e.g., 30 days] from the date of the final publication of the summons to appear and defend against the claims presented in the complaint. Failure to respond within the stipulated time may result in a default judgment being entered against the defendant(s). Upon issuing the summons by publication, I kindly request that you promptly provide me with a copy of the published notice and its publication details. This will enable me to file a certificate of service by publication with the court as required. If you require any additional documentation or information to process this request promptly, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. Your assistance in this matter will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your attention to this request. I anticipate a favorable response and a prompt resolution to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]