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Subject: Request for Continuance — Notification of Court Administrator [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Administrator's Name] [San Diego County Superior Court] [Court Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Re: Case [Case Number]: [Plaintiff's Name] vs. [Defendant's Name] Dear [Administrator's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally request a continuance for the aforementioned case, scheduled for [Scheduled Date and Time]. Due to [explain the valid reason that requires the postponement, such as unavoidable scheduling conflicts, medical conditions, unavailability of key witnesses, etc.], I am unable to proceed with the trial or hearing on the existing date. My primary objective in seeking a continuance is to ensure that the case is conducted fairly and effectively, allowing for proper preparation, adequate representation, and availability of all involved parties. Granting the continuance will ultimately promote justice and protect the rights and interests of both the plaintiff and the defendant. It is requested that the new date and time for the trial/hearing be scheduled as follows: Proposed Date: [Indicate preferable new date] Proposed Time: [Indicate preferable new time] These proposed dates take into consideration the availability of all parties involved and will facilitate a more efficient and productive legal proceeding. I request your assistance in accommodating these proposed dates as much as possible. If necessary, I am willing to discuss alternative dates that would best suit the court's schedule. Furthermore, I would like to ensure that all relevant parties are appropriately notified of this continuance request and the proposed rescheduled date. Hence, I kindly request your office to notify the opposing counsel [Name of the opposing counsel] and any other relevant parties involved in this case on my behalf. Enclosed, please find a copy of this letter and a filled-out "Request for Continuance" form, which I kindly ask you to process promptly. I understand the importance of adhering to the court's schedule and the need for justification when seeking a continuance. I assure you that this request is based on valid, exceptional circumstances that necessitate the postponement of the trial/hearing. Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and consideration in this matter. Your prompt attention to this request will be highly appreciated. Should you require any additional information or documents, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or via email [Your Email Address]. Thank you again for your time and assistance. Sincerely, [Your Name]
Subject: Request for Continuance — Notification of Court Administrator [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Administrator's Name] [San Diego County Superior Court] [Court Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Re: Case [Case Number]: [Plaintiff's Name] vs. [Defendant's Name] Dear [Administrator's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally request a continuance for the aforementioned case, scheduled for [Scheduled Date and Time]. Due to [explain the valid reason that requires the postponement, such as unavoidable scheduling conflicts, medical conditions, unavailability of key witnesses, etc.], I am unable to proceed with the trial or hearing on the existing date. My primary objective in seeking a continuance is to ensure that the case is conducted fairly and effectively, allowing for proper preparation, adequate representation, and availability of all involved parties. Granting the continuance will ultimately promote justice and protect the rights and interests of both the plaintiff and the defendant. It is requested that the new date and time for the trial/hearing be scheduled as follows: Proposed Date: [Indicate preferable new date] Proposed Time: [Indicate preferable new time] These proposed dates take into consideration the availability of all parties involved and will facilitate a more efficient and productive legal proceeding. I request your assistance in accommodating these proposed dates as much as possible. If necessary, I am willing to discuss alternative dates that would best suit the court's schedule. Furthermore, I would like to ensure that all relevant parties are appropriately notified of this continuance request and the proposed rescheduled date. Hence, I kindly request your office to notify the opposing counsel [Name of the opposing counsel] and any other relevant parties involved in this case on my behalf. Enclosed, please find a copy of this letter and a filled-out "Request for Continuance" form, which I kindly ask you to process promptly. I understand the importance of adhering to the court's schedule and the need for justification when seeking a continuance. I assure you that this request is based on valid, exceptional circumstances that necessitate the postponement of the trial/hearing. Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and consideration in this matter. Your prompt attention to this request will be highly appreciated. Should you require any additional information or documents, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or via email [Your Email Address]. Thank you again for your time and assistance. Sincerely, [Your Name]