Personal & Confidential

Day One:

A letter.

"We regret to inform you that due to conditions beyond our control..."

"At that time, the employment of the Firm's employees will be permanently terminated."

"This letter constitutes notice to you of this shut-down pursuant to statute."

"After more than 100 years in business we regret the need to take this action, but unfortunately we have no other choice."

"...we wish you all the best in your future endeavors."

This is how it begins.