[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [City Government Department] [City Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Notification of Counsel's Refusal to Submit Proposal for Bond Counsel Services Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally notify the City of [City Name] in regard to the refusal of [Counsel's Name], a highly regarded law firm, to submit a proposal for serving as bond counsel for any upcoming projects or initiatives in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Having previously engaged in fruitful collaborations with your esteemed city government, we express our gratitude for considering our firm for this important role. It is with deep regret, however, that we must decline the opportunity to participate in this selection process at the present time. Our decision is based on the following reasons and considerations: 1. Conflict of Interest: [Counsel's Name] has an existing client relationship that may pose a potential conflict of interest for the City of [City Name] in fulfilling its legal obligations. 2. Resource Availability: Due to significant ongoing commitments with other municipalities and complex legal matters, our firm's resources are currently stretched thin. We believe that taking on additional responsibilities could potentially compromise the quality of service we provide to our existing clients. 3. Alignment of Expertise: While we highly appreciate the diverse range of projects the City of [City Name] undertakes, our firm specializes in specific areas of law that may not align with the anticipated scope and nature of the bond counsel services required. While [Counsel's Name] will not be participating in the proposal submission, we encourage the City of [City Name] to explore other reputable and highly qualified firms to fulfill their bond counsel needs. We reiterate our commitment to assisting your city government in any other legal matters that may arise in the future, where our expertise is best suited. Should you require any further information or clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We value our ongoing professional relationship and look forward to remaining a trusted partner with the City of [City Name]. Thank you for your understanding and consideration. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Counsel's Name] [Counsel's Address] [Counsel's City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number]