wikiHow Continuance Request Letter Template [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State ZIP Code] [Date] [Court Name] [Court Address] [City, State ZIP Code] Re: Request for Continuance - [Case Name and Docket Number] Dear Judge [Last Name]: I am writing to request a continuance in the above-referenced case. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I am unable to appear in court on the scheduled hearing date of [Date]. I respectfully request a continuance to a later date so that I may have adequate time to obtain legal counsel and prepare for the hearing. I am aware of the importance of this matter, and I apologize for any inconvenience that this request may cause. I would appreciate it if the court could consider granting a continuance until a later date, preferably after [Date]. I assure the court that I will use this additional time to obtain legal counsel and prepare for the hearing in a diligent and professional manner. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Please let me know if there is any additional information that you require. Sincerely, [Your Name] Page