Sample Letter for Employer Requesting Employee's Jury Duty Release
Subject: Request for Release of Employee from Jury Duty — [Date] [Employer's Name] [Employer's Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [Recipient's Company] [Company's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to discuss an important matter regarding one of our esteemed employees, [Employee's Name], who has been summoned for jury duty in Fulton, Georgia. Firstly, I would like to acknowledge and uphold the legal responsibility bestowed upon every citizen to fulfill their civic duties, including serving as a juror if chosen. We truly appreciate the opportunity our employees have to participate in such vital processes, ensuring a fair and just legal system. Therefore, we understand that our employee has a duty to fulfill this civic obligation. However, due to the critical role [Employee's Name] plays within our organization, their prolonged absence from work would result in significant operational challenges. [Employee's Name] holds a key position with essential responsibilities, expertise, and specialized skills, crucial to our day-to-day business operations. It is imperative for us to maintain seamless operations to ensure uninterrupted services to our clients and meet project deadlines. Considering the aforementioned circumstances, we kindly request that [Employee's Name] be relieved from jury duty in Fulton, Georgia. We understand that the final decision rests with the court, but we believe that your support, as Employer Liaison, could significantly influence their decision. In support of our request, we would like to highlight the following points: 1. Critical Role and Expertise: [Employee's Name] is an invaluable member of our team, possessing unique expertise and specialized skills that are difficult to replace. Their absence could potentially disrupt ongoing projects and adversely affect overall productivity. 2. Impact on Business Operations: [Employee's Name]'s absence would lead to increased workload on the remaining team members, negatively affecting their overall efficiency and morale. Moreover, crucial decisions requiring their expertise may be deferred or compromised during their absence, potentially impacting client satisfaction and project success. 3. Pre-approved Leaves and Prior Commitments: [Employee's Name] has already committed to pre-approved leaves, scheduled business trips, or important meetings during the timeframe coinciding with the jury duty summons. Given the complexity of reorganizing these commitments, it would be extremely challenging for us to reschedule them. 4. Mitigating Actions: To alleviate any concerns regarding the impact of this request, we are willing to explore various options to ensure a smooth transition during [Employee's Name]'s absence. These options may include temporarily reassigning tasks, job shadowing, or providing necessary training to another employee. We appreciate your understanding of the exceptional circumstances of this request and the value we attach to [Employee's Name]'s role within our organization. We are confident that your assistance in resolving this matter will contribute to both the betterment of our operations and the fulfillment of our employee's civic duty at another time. Please feel free to contact me at [Phone Number] or [Email Address] if you require any additional information or clarification. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and we eagerly anticipate a positive resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP]
Subject: Request for Release of Employee from Jury Duty — [Date] [Employer's Name] [Employer's Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [Recipient's Company] [Company's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to discuss an important matter regarding one of our esteemed employees, [Employee's Name], who has been summoned for jury duty in Fulton, Georgia. Firstly, I would like to acknowledge and uphold the legal responsibility bestowed upon every citizen to fulfill their civic duties, including serving as a juror if chosen. We truly appreciate the opportunity our employees have to participate in such vital processes, ensuring a fair and just legal system. Therefore, we understand that our employee has a duty to fulfill this civic obligation. However, due to the critical role [Employee's Name] plays within our organization, their prolonged absence from work would result in significant operational challenges. [Employee's Name] holds a key position with essential responsibilities, expertise, and specialized skills, crucial to our day-to-day business operations. It is imperative for us to maintain seamless operations to ensure uninterrupted services to our clients and meet project deadlines. Considering the aforementioned circumstances, we kindly request that [Employee's Name] be relieved from jury duty in Fulton, Georgia. We understand that the final decision rests with the court, but we believe that your support, as Employer Liaison, could significantly influence their decision. In support of our request, we would like to highlight the following points: 1. Critical Role and Expertise: [Employee's Name] is an invaluable member of our team, possessing unique expertise and specialized skills that are difficult to replace. Their absence could potentially disrupt ongoing projects and adversely affect overall productivity. 2. Impact on Business Operations: [Employee's Name]'s absence would lead to increased workload on the remaining team members, negatively affecting their overall efficiency and morale. Moreover, crucial decisions requiring their expertise may be deferred or compromised during their absence, potentially impacting client satisfaction and project success. 3. Pre-approved Leaves and Prior Commitments: [Employee's Name] has already committed to pre-approved leaves, scheduled business trips, or important meetings during the timeframe coinciding with the jury duty summons. Given the complexity of reorganizing these commitments, it would be extremely challenging for us to reschedule them. 4. Mitigating Actions: To alleviate any concerns regarding the impact of this request, we are willing to explore various options to ensure a smooth transition during [Employee's Name]'s absence. These options may include temporarily reassigning tasks, job shadowing, or providing necessary training to another employee. We appreciate your understanding of the exceptional circumstances of this request and the value we attach to [Employee's Name]'s role within our organization. We are confident that your assistance in resolving this matter will contribute to both the betterment of our operations and the fulfillment of our employee's civic duty at another time. Please feel free to contact me at [Phone Number] or [Email Address] if you require any additional information or clarification. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and we eagerly anticipate a positive resolution. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP]