Legal Writing Project: Exercises 1-2 Preparation

Legal Writing Project 12exercisesexercise 1 Preparing A

In this exercise, you are required to prepare a letter to a client, Jane Smith, regarding her tax appeal hearing. The letter should inform Ms. Smith of the hearing date and time, provide instructions to meet the supervising attorney in the lobby ten minutes prior to the scheduled hearing, and remind her to bring pictures of comparable houses in her area, as discussed in prior meetings. Use the client's address listed in the hearing notice for the letter. The letter should be signed by you, not the supervising attorney. Follow the letter writing recommendations provided in the Legal Writing study unit.

Paper For Above instruction

Jane Smith

[Client's address from the hearing notice]

[Date]

Jane Smith

Re: Tax Appeal Hearing Notification

Dear Ms. Smith,

I am writing to inform you about your upcoming tax appeal hearing. According to the Tax Assessors’ Office Hearing Notice you received, the hearing is scheduled for [insert date and time from notice]. Please plan to meet with me in the lobby of the court building ten minutes before the scheduled start time. It is important that you arrive early so we can review any last-minute details and ensure you are prepared for the hearing.

Furthermore, as discussed in our previous meeting, please remember to bring photographs of all comparable houses in your area. These visuals will help strengthen your case by providing evidence of property values and conditions similar to your own. Gathering these photographs in advance will facilitate a smoother presentation during the hearing.

Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. You can reach me at [phone number] or [email address]. I look forward to seeing you at the court and supporting you during this process.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

[Your Title/Position]

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