California Sample Letter Confirming Additional Time to Respond to Defendant's First Set of Interrogatories and First Request for Production of Documents [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Opposing Party's Attorney] [Attorney's Firm] [Address] [City, State, ZIP] Re: Request for Additional Time to Respond to Defendant's First Set of Interrogatories and First Request for Production of Documents Dear [Opposing Party's Attorney], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to request an extension of time to respond to the Defendant's First Set of Interrogatories and First Request for Production of Documents in the above-mentioned case. Due to unforeseen circumstances and the complexity of the requests, I require additional time to gather and review the necessary information to provide a thorough and accurate response. I understand the importance of timely responses in the discovery process and assure you that I am committed to fulfilling my obligations. However, the nature and volume of the requested information require careful consideration and collaboration with my client, requiring additional time to adequately address each interrogatory and document request. As such, I kindly request an extension of [number of days] to respond to the Defendant's First Set of Interrogatories and First Request for Production of Documents. This extension will allow me sufficient time to gather all relevant documents, review them carefully, and provide comprehensive answers to the interrogatories. I assure you that I will make every effort to provide the necessary responses within the extended timeframe and avoid any unnecessary delays. I believe this extension will promote efficiency in the discovery process and enhance the overall quality of the responses. If you agree to grant this extension, please confirm in writing by [confirmation deadline]. This will enable us to avoid any misunderstandings and ensure that all parties involved are aware of the revised timeline for the discovery process. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response. Sincerely, [Your Name]