Sample Character Reference for Court Format The sample format, wording and writing etiquette will help you to write a helpful Character Reference for Court using an acceptable format and the correct wording etiquette for these types of letters. You need to make a decision as to you know the person well enough to give a character reference and if your letter would be favorable. If you have nothing good to say about a person it is better to say nothing at all and advise the legal team accordingly. Ask the legal team for assistance in writing the letter if you feel 'out of your depth' or are unsure how to proceed. Character Reference for Court letter Content The sample format provides a good example of how to write a Character Reference for Court that includes the proper way to start and close these types of letters and the proper form of salutation.  | District / Supreme Court address to "The Presiding Judge" or "To whom it may concern", "Your Honor" or as advised by the legal team |
It should include information about the person's personality, talents, skills and personal ethics. A Character Reference for Court letter is usually requested by a legal team as a character witness letter to present to a court or a judge. The purpose of the is to confirm that you have personal knowledge of the person and can vouch for certain positive aspects of their character. How to write a Character Reference for Court - Format & Template The following example provides the format and template with suggested wording designed to show you how to write a Character Reference for Court letter. | How to write a Character Reference for Court Letter - Format & Template | Character Reference for Court Letter Format | Sample Wording and Etiquette | Address Details Tel. Details Fax Details Email Address Date To Whom it may Concern
Dear Sir or Madam, Re: Mr. John Peter Smith First Paragraph
Second and Subsequent Paragraphs
Closing Paragraph
Yours faithfully,
Jean Brown |
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| First Sample Paragraph I have been asked by name of lawyer, solicitor or legal team to write a character reference on behalf of my friend / colleague, Mr. John Peter Smith.
Main Body Paragraph - Personal Reference I have known John Smith in a social capacity / as a business associate for over ___ years and have found him to be reliable, hard working, polite and conscientious. He has achieved ______
Closing Sample Paragraphs (Include details of your credentials, qualifications and achievements to establish your credibility.) I trust that the information provided will be of assistance and will be happy to provide further information, if required. |
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