I want to ask how to draft a declination letter to the case. And can you give a version of that?

John Jones visits your firm, a 20-person general litigation practice. The senior partner asks you to interview him.

When you meet with Mr. Jones he explains his situation. He tells you that about 21 months ago he was in an auto accident with a ChgoEx delivery truck on Chicago's North Side. He hurt his back and suffered some bruises, which have now healed. His back is now bothering him to the point that he can no longer bend over to even tie his shoes. He is in constant pain and has been told he needs major back surgery.

Jones tells you that the ChgoEx truck driver apologized for hitting Jones' car while it was stopped for a red light. At the time, Jones didn't pursue a claim against ChgoEx or the ChgoEx driver because Jones didn't think he was hurt that badly. Now he is of a different mind. No police report of the accident was filed. There is a 2-year statute of limitations on personal injury claims in your jurisdiction.

He asks the firm to take on his case on a contingency basis. You tell him you have to talk with the senior partner and that you'll get back to him. The partner says the case doesn't look that good to him. It will be the driver's word against Jones' word, back injuries don't generate strong damage awards, and ChgoEx has a reputation as a tough negotiator.

He tells you to draft a letter declining the representation.

Draft a letter to Mr. Jones declining to take on his case.