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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…
What Every Paralegal Needs to Know About Process Service
Process service is a vital part of any legal proceeding. Delivering documentation in a timely manner not only prevents delays, it also protects the legal rights of all the individuals involved – including the defendant’s right to due process. If a lawyer or…
UIDDA Subpoenas: What Every Paralegal Needs to Know About Out-of-State Discovery
Before the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA), compelling testimony or records from an out-of-state witness in a state court proceeding was a significant undertaking. Attorneys had to obtain court permission in both the state where the case was…
Hague Service Convention: A Practical Guide for Legal Professionals
When a defendant is located outside the United States, serving legal documents isn’t simply a matter of handing papers to a process server. International service requires following the procedures of the country where service will be completed and for many of the…
Letters Rogatory for International Process Service: When You Need Them, and What to Expect
When you need to serve legal documents in a country that isn’t a party to the Hague Service Convention, or when the specific circumstances of your case require formal judicial assistance that falls outside treaty-based procedures, Letters Rogatory is the mechanism the…
What to Look for in a National Process Server
When you need a legal document served, you want it done quickly and correctly. And the most assured way to ensure the job is done right the first time? Hire the right process server. Once you’ve found a reliable process server for your legal matters, there’s no…
Brazilian Case Highlights Importance of Proper Service under the Hague Service Convention
Remember the last time you had a flight that was unexpectedly canceled? Not just delayed, but canceled—perhaps with little explanation or recourse. It’s very inconvenient. This frustrating situation can affect thousands of travelers if whole fleets need to be grounded…
Choosing the Right Process Server for Your Family Law Matters
Family law and divorce matters can be sensitive subjects. While service of process in all cases should be handled ethically, efficiently, and according to legal rules, there are some circumstances that warrant extra care. For many families, process service is a…