Non-Engagement Letter – Basic

Non-Engagement Letter – Basic
            

 

 

[Date]

 

[Name and Address of Client]

 

            RE: Consultation of [Date of Consult]          Certified Mail No.

                                                                                    Return Receipt Requested

 

Dear ___________:

 

Thank you for your visit today. As we discussed, although I have not investigated the merits of your matter, I do not feel it would be appropriate for [Name of Firm] to represent you in your possible action against [Name of Company] for [legal matter]. In declining to undertake this matter, the firm is not expressing an opinion on whether you will prevail if a complaint is filed.

Please be aware that whatever claim, if any, that you have may be barred by the passage of time.  Since deadlines may be critical to your case, I recommend that you immediately contact another firm for assistance regarding your matter.

Thank you again for your interest in [Name of Firm].

 

[Name of Firm] 

 

By_________________________ 

[Name of Attorney] 

 

 

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