Author: Marcela

What Is a Process Server Allowed to Do?

Written by Marcela on May 2, 2025. Posted in Process Servers. No Comments on What Is a Process Server Allowed to Do?

Many people assume process servers are allowed to do whatever it takes to serve legal papers. But that’s not exactly true. While they can use various strategies to legally serve legal documents, there are also certain boundaries they’re not allowed to cross, and some practices that are illegal for them. For process service to be valid, a process server must follow the strict rules that govern service of process and their general conduct in their jurisdiction. A process server is allowed to serve the recipient in person, attempt service multiple times, use legally approved alternative...

Do Private Investigators Serve Papers?

Written by Marcela on April 17, 2025. Posted in Process Servers, Private Investigators. No Comments on Do Private Investigators Serve Papers?

If you’re involved in a legal case and struggling to locate someone who needs to be served with court documents, you might be wondering whether a private investigator can help. Although process servers are the traditional choice for serving legal papers, private investigators are sometimes the better option, especially when the intended recipient is trying to avoid being served. Private investigators can serve legal papers, depending on the jurisdiction and nature of the case. They understand the legal requirements for proper service of process. Beyond that, private investigators also...

How Much Is a Deposition Fee?

Written by Marcela on April 16, 2025. Posted in Process Servers, Deposition Officers. No Comments on How Much Is a Deposition Fee?

A deposition is a legal process where a person gives their testimony under oath before the actual trial in a legal case. It’s a very important step in the legal process because it helps both the plaintiff and the defendant gather facts and prepare their case. But like many legal services, depositions come with fees, and understanding the costs can help you better prepare for your case. Generally, deposition fees range from $1,000 to over $5,000. The exact cost can vary depending on who is involved, such as court reporters, attorneys, videographers, or expert witnesses, and the services...

What Happens If Someone Refuses to Be Served?

Written by Marcela on April 10, 2025. Posted in Process Servers. No Comments on What Happens If Someone Refuses to Be Served?

Being served legal papers means that an individual is officially notified of a legal action involving them. Whether it’s a lawsuit, subpoena, divorce papers, or an eviction notice, proper legal service is a crucial step in due process. It ensures that all parties are aware of the legal proceedings and have the opportunity to respond. Courts take service of process seriously because, without it, a case could be delayed or even dismissed. If someone refuses to be served, the legal case moves forward anyway. Avoiding service doesn’t make a lawsuit disappear. Courts recognize that some...

Does a Process Server Have to Identify Themselves Legally?

Written by Marcela on April 5, 2025. Posted in Process Servers. No Comments on Does a Process Server Have to Identify Themselves Legally?

To maintain fairness and protect people’s rights in legal proceedings, process servers follow certain strict rules while delivering legal documents. These rules of process serving cut across who, how, where, and when they serve papers, as well as how they conduct themselves during the process. To that regard, one of the most common questions people ask is whether a process server is legally required to identify themselves when delivering these papers. Generally, process servers are not always required to identify themselves when they serve legal documents, even though it may be...

What Is a Certified Process Server?

Written by Marcela on March 25, 2025. Posted in Uncategorized. No Comments on What Is a Certified Process Server?

Service of process is an important part of any legal proceeding. When legal action is taken against someone, the law requires that they be officially notified. This is the certified process server’s job. They deliver essential legal documents, such as court summonses, subpoenas, and complaints, making sure that all parties involved in a case are properly informed. Without proper service of process, a lawsuit can’t move forward. However, not all process servers are the same. A certified process server has met specific legal requirements, such as completing training, passing an exam, or...