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] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Opposing Counsel's Name] [Opposing Counsel's Law Firm] [Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Settlement Offer — [Case Name or Number] Dear [Opposing Counsel's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to extend a settlement offer on behalf of my client, [Your Client's Name], in the above-referenced case pending in [Court Name]. Background: As you are well aware, this case involves a dispute that arose [provide a brief summary of the case background]. Our client has instructed us to make a genuine effort to resolve this matter amicably, avoiding the time-consuming and costly process of protracted litigation. It is in this spirit of cooperation that we present the following settlement offer. Settlement Offer: Our proposed settlement offer is as follows: 1. Payment: Our client is willing to offer a lump sum payment of [Insert Dollar Amount] within [Insert Timeframe] upon the acceptance of this settlement offer. 2. Release: In exchange for the payment mentioned above, our client requests a full and final release from any liability, claims, or actions related to this matter. This release would be binding on all parties involved, including their agents, representatives, heirs, successors, and assigns. 3. Confidentiality: Both parties shall agree to keep the terms and details of this settlement confidential, ensuring that no disclosures are made to third parties, unless required by law. 4. Dismissal: Upon acceptance and successful completion of this settlement agreement, both parties shall bear their own costs and attorney's fees. We request the mutual dismissal of all claims and counterclaims with prejudice. Response Deadline: We kindly request a response to this settlement offer within [Insert Timeframe] from the date of this letter. We believe this timeframe will allow sufficient time for you to confer with your client and evaluate the proposed terms thoroughly. Conclusion: We firmly believe that accepting this settlement offer demonstrates a fair and reasonable resolution for all parties involved, saving time, expenses, and emotional strain that continued litigation may entail. We sincerely hope that you will consider this proposal earnestly and respond promptly. Should you require any further information or need to discuss any specific concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at [Your Phone Number] or via email at [Your Email Address]. We remain open to negotiations and are committed to finding a mutually agreeable resolution. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to your timely response. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Law Firm Name] [Your Law Firm Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] --- Note: The above sample letter can be adapted for any type of legal case in West Virginia, such as personal injury, family law, criminal law, etc. Simply customize the details of the case in the "Re" and "Background" sections, adding specific facts and circumstances relevant to your case.
