Dear [Recipient's Name], I am writing to request an extension of time to file a responsive pleading in the case of [Case Name] pending before the [Court Name]. Our fax for submitting the original documents has unfortunately been damaged and is currently unavailable. Therefore, we kindly request your permission to replace the missing fax and ask for an extension of [number of days] to submit our responsive pleading. Firstly, allow me to express our sincere apologies for this unforeseen inconvenience. The damaged fax has significantly hindered our ability to meet the original deadline. We are diligently working to resolve this issue quickly by repairing the fax or finding an alternative solution. However, due to the urgency of the matter, we seek your understanding and cooperation in granting us the extension. We assure you that this unforeseen situation is exceptional and not representative of our usual practices. We understand the importance of timely filing and are committed to adhering to all court procedures. Our legal team is fully prepared to promptly submit the responsive pleading as soon as the fax is operational or an alternative submission method is arranged. In light of these circumstances, we kindly request an extension of [number of days] to file our responsive pleading. We believe that this extension is reasonable and necessary to ensure that our response accurately addresses all matters at hand. Granting this extension will allow us to provide our full and proper response to the allegations raised in the complaint and facilitate a fair and just resolution of the case. We assure you that we will make every effort to expedite the replacement of the fax machine or explore alternative measures to prevent any further delays. We understand the importance of the court's time and resources and will take immediate action to rectify the situation and avoid any similar incidents in the future. Thank you for your understanding and consideration of our request. We believe that granting an extension of time to file our responsive pleading will serve the interests of justice by ensuring that all parties have ample opportunity to present their arguments. We remain at your disposal should you require any further information or have any concerns regarding this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Your Contact Information] Alternative names for this type of letter could include: 1. Cuyahoga Ohio Letter of Extension Request for Responsive Pleading Deadline 2. Cuyahoga Ohio Replacement of Fax Letter for Extension of Time to File Response 3. Cuyahoga Ohio Request for Additional Time to Submit Responsive Pleading 4. Cuyahoga Ohio Formal Letter Seeking Extension for Filing Responsive Pleading by Fax Replacement.