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What Process Servers Wish You Knew About Their Jobs
Suffice it to say, Hollywood generally isn’t a good source of information about what an actual job looks like. Law & Order doesn’t perfectly represent the work amongst police officers, and Suits doesn’t show what work life is really like for lawyers. But…
What Is a Nationwide Process Server and Why It Matters for Multi-State Cases
One Case, Multiple States, One Point of Contact Civil litigation doesn’t stay neatly within state lines. A defendant may live in New Jersey, work in New York, and hold assets in Pennsylvania. A corporate dispute may involve parties spread across a dozen jurisdictions….
3 Things to Know about Out-of-State Process Service
Need service of process in a different state? You’ll want experienced professionals to make sure everything is delivered correctly. Fortunately, you don’t need more help – just the right help. And hiring a skilled process server is the first step to successful…
The Ultimate Guide to Process Service in New Jersey
At DGR Legal, we’ve successfully completed service of process all across the world for more than forty years—but we’ll always have a special place in our hearts for our home state of New Jersey. If you have questions about completing service in New Jersey, look…
Arbitration Awards & International Process Service: Case In Point
Although there are strict rules around international service of process, a number of courts have concluded that there can be some flexibility around the requirements. In some cases, courts are willing to accept service as being effective as long as the defendant was…
6 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Process Server
Legal matters can be stressful—but the right process server can make your life a lot easier. A process server ensures that legal paperwork is served to the correct individual in a court case, playing a vital role in the success of your case. It may sound simple,…
Is Your Process Server a Fake?
For a clever criminal, impersonating a process server is relatively simple, especially when the faker suggests that they’re connected to law enforcement or the judicial system. If their target is unfamiliar with the law, that person will be at risk of losing not only…
You’ve Been Outwitted: How Process Servers Use Disguises to Complete Service
How far can a process server go in order to complete service? What if tracking down an evasive recipient requires an elaborate ruse or disguise? While extreme acts of deception are rarely seen outside the movies, process servers are known to get creative when it comes…
UIDDA: Not So Uniform After All?
Involved in an interstate or multi-state legal proceeding? You’ll likely need to effectuate service in another state. Prior to 2007, enforcing a legal document (like a subpoena) outside its state of origin was a complex endeavor that was similar to the process…
“Our firm has used the services of DGR for same day hand deliveries as well as for service of process in New Jersey and outside of New Jersey. DGR is always pleasant and courteous, which means a lot to our staff when calling to arrange for service. When we have had to arrange for unusual service of individuals who are evading service, DGR has come through for us time and time again in the most professional manner possible. If ever there is a problem, we can count on them to address it quickly and efficiently. It is a pleasure to deal with DGR.”