I'm sending a letter to somebody for legal purposes. Lawyer stated to be sure to certify it and have a return

Question

receipt sent back. But if it comes up later exactly what was in this letter, how can I prove it is what I sent and not what they may say was sent. (meaning wording)

Answer 1

if you send the original, with your signature, and retain a copy for your records that is helpful

at the bottom of the letter use the abbreviation for Carbon Copy cc: and then type in your attorneys name and be sure that he gets a copy also.

Answer 2

Good question. You could have someone else sign the letter as witness to the content and make a copy. Or even have them sign a statement at the bottom that they witness the content and you sending it to the address given. Notarizing the letter only acknowledges that your signature is valid, not any other content. But a separate witness to the letter content might be helpful, though in most cases just sending it certified is good enough.

Answer 3

Keep a copy of your letter with the return receipt from the post office. Your letter should have your original signature on it - if he comes up with a phony letter, they will be able to compare signatures and prove his is fake. As long as you keep a paper trail you should not have a problem but people do go into court and lie so you want to have as much proof as you possibly can in case it goes to court. Good Luck!

Answer 4

Certified letter forms have a number. Type that number in the content of your letter.

Certified Mail # 000 0000 0000 0000

October 10th, 2006

Content of letter.

Answer 5

Make a copy of the letter that you are sending.

Answer 6

these are all good suggestions if you are really nervous the witness can be a notary public.