Suffolk New York Sample Letter for Motion to Continue

• Category: Letters - Legal - Motions
• State: Multi-State
• County: Suffolk
• Control #: US-0856LTR
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form. [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Honorable Judge's Full Name] [Judge's Designation] [Suffolk County Courthouse] [Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Re: Motion to Continue — [Case Name/Number] Dear Judge [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing this letter to request a continuance for the above-mentioned case scheduled to be heard on [Date]. I apologize for the short notice, but due to unforeseen circumstances and the need for additional time to adequately prepare, I respectfully request that the hearing be rescheduled. Furthermore, I have recently faced certain unavoidable circumstances that have significantly affected my ability to prepare for the trial effectively. The reasons necessitating this motion to continue are as follows: 1. New Evidence: The discovery of crucial new evidence pertinent to the case outcome has come to my attention, requiring sufficient time for review, analysis, and incorporation into the trial strategy. 2. Expert Witnesses: It has become necessary to enlist expert witnesses to support my case. However, securing their availability and ensuring their proper preparation and evaluation requires additional time beyond the originally scheduled trial date. 3. Legal Assistance: Due to the complexity of this case and the voluminous evidence involved, the assistance of legal experts and consultants has been sought. However, coordinating their involvement and gathering all relevant information will take longer than initially anticipated. 4. Parties' Schedules: Coordinating the availability of all parties involved, including opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and the court's schedule, has proven to be an intricate task. An extension of time will allow for smoother coordination and guarantee everyone's presence at trial. 5. COVID-19 Pandemic: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has posed unprecedented challenges that have disrupted normal court proceedings. The need to adhere to safety protocols and ensure a fair trial has necessitated modifications to the preparation process, inevitably causing delays in case readiness. I assure you, Your Honor, that this motion is not a dilatory tactic but an honest and genuine need for additional time to ensure a fair trial and present my strongest defense on behalf of my client. Granting this continuance will help avoid any injustice and further preserve the interests of both parties involved while upholding the integrity and efficiency of the court. I kindly request that the rescheduled trial date be set for a date that allows adequate time for the completion of the aforementioned tasks. I am open to discussing potential available dates with opposing counsel and will promptly inform the court once an agreement has been reached. Enclosed with this letter, please find an affidavit verifying the accuracy of the information presented and supporting documents explaining the reasons for this motion in more detail. Thank you for your attention and understanding regarding this matter. I respectfully request the court's favorable consideration of this motion. I am confident that the additional time granted will result in a more comprehensive and just resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Designation] [Law Firm/Organization Name]

[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Honorable Judge's Full Name] [Judge's Designation] [Suffolk County Courthouse] [Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Re: Motion to Continue — [Case Name/Number] Dear Judge [Judge's Last Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing this letter to request a continuance for the above-mentioned case scheduled to be heard on [Date]. I apologize for the short notice, but due to unforeseen circumstances and the need for additional time to adequately prepare, I respectfully request that the hearing be rescheduled. Furthermore, I have recently faced certain unavoidable circumstances that have significantly affected my ability to prepare for the trial effectively. The reasons necessitating this motion to continue are as follows: 1. New Evidence: The discovery of crucial new evidence pertinent to the case outcome has come to my attention, requiring sufficient time for review, analysis, and incorporation into the trial strategy. 2. Expert Witnesses: It has become necessary to enlist expert witnesses to support my case. However, securing their availability and ensuring their proper preparation and evaluation requires additional time beyond the originally scheduled trial date. 3. Legal Assistance: Due to the complexity of this case and the voluminous evidence involved, the assistance of legal experts and consultants has been sought. However, coordinating their involvement and gathering all relevant information will take longer than initially anticipated. 4. Parties' Schedules: Coordinating the availability of all parties involved, including opposing counsel, expert witnesses, and the court's schedule, has proven to be an intricate task. An extension of time will allow for smoother coordination and guarantee everyone's presence at trial. 5. COVID-19 Pandemic: The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has posed unprecedented challenges that have disrupted normal court proceedings. The need to adhere to safety protocols and ensure a fair trial has necessitated modifications to the preparation process, inevitably causing delays in case readiness. I assure you, Your Honor, that this motion is not a dilatory tactic but an honest and genuine need for additional time to ensure a fair trial and present my strongest defense on behalf of my client. Granting this continuance will help avoid any injustice and further preserve the interests of both parties involved while upholding the integrity and efficiency of the court. I kindly request that the rescheduled trial date be set for a date that allows adequate time for the completion of the aforementioned tasks. I am open to discussing potential available dates with opposing counsel and will promptly inform the court once an agreement has been reached. Enclosed with this letter, please find an affidavit verifying the accuracy of the information presented and supporting documents explaining the reasons for this motion in more detail. Thank you for your attention and understanding regarding this matter. I respectfully request the court's favorable consideration of this motion. I am confident that the additional time granted will result in a more comprehensive and just resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Designation] [Law Firm/Organization Name]