[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Transmittal of Summons by Publication — [Case Name/Number] Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to officially transmit the enclosed Summons by Publication in relation to the case titled [Case Name/Number] on behalf of [Your Client's Name], the party requesting service. 1. Standard Houston Texas Sample Letter for Letter transmitting Summons by Publication: This is the most common type of letter used to transmit summons by publication in Houston, Texas. It is typically used when traditional methods of service have been exhausted or proven ineffective in locating the party being summoned. This letter is drafted in compliance with the legal requirements set forth by the relevant Texas statutes and regulations. 2. Expedited Houston Texas Sample Letter for Letter transmitting Summons by Publication: This type of letter is used when there is an urgent need to serve the summons and begin the legal proceedings swiftly. It highlights the specific circumstances justifying an expedited process and requests the court's cooperation in expediting the publication. This kind of letter must provide clear reasoning and compelling evidence to support the request. The enclosed Summons by Publication includes all the necessary legal language and specific instructions for publication, in accordance with the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. The publication will be made in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the case is being heard. It is crucial that you, as the publisher, adhere to the specified publication period and follow all instructions as outlined in the enclosed summons. This ensures compliance with Texas law and guarantees proper service to all parties involved. Please note that once the publication is completed, you must provide an Affidavit of Publication, duly notarized, to serve as proof of service. Kindly forward the original affidavit to our office at your earliest convenience. If you have any questions or require further information regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone or email. Your cooperation and timely response are greatly appreciated. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title] [Law Firm Name]