[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Current Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Extension of Time to File Responsive Pleading — Urgent Replacement of Fax Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you of an urgent matter regarding the extension of time to file a responsive pleading in the case [Case Name and Number] before the [Court Name]. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I have encountered significant technical difficulties with our fax machine, which has resulted in an unsuccessful transmission of the responsive pleading to your office. Unfortunately, despite repeated attempts, the issues persist, jeopardizing the timely submission of the pleading. To rectify this situation promptly, I kindly request an extension of [number of days] to file the responsive pleading. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that all efforts are being made to resolve the fax issue as quickly as possible. Enclosed with this letter, you will find a physical copy of the responsive pleading that could not be delivered via fax. In light of these challenging circumstances, I kindly seek your understanding and cooperation in granting this extension. This will allow me the necessary time to resolve the technical difficulties and ensure the timely submission of all required documents for the case. I am committed to upholding the principles of fairness and expedience in legal proceedings. Therefore, I kindly request your assistance in accommodating this extension request, understanding the importance of maintaining the integrity of the court's timeline while ensuring substantial justice for all parties involved. Please accept my sincerest apologies for any inconvenience caused by this unfortunate situation. I would greatly appreciate any consideration you can provide in granting the requested extension until [proposed new deadline]. I am more than willing to provide any additional information or documentation, if needed, to support this request. Thank you very much for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to your prompt response. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone at [your phone number] or via email at [your email address]. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position, if applicable] [Your Law Firm/Organization, if applicable]