Missed deadlines, case dismissals, or default judgments are all consequences of delayed serving of process in the legal field, and none of these are advantageous to your client or your firm. For us at Ameriserve LLC, accuracy and speed are not merely requirements but necessities. In what ways can you guarantee the prompt and dependable delivery of your legal documents?
To assist you steer clear of frequent service issues, here are five practical suggestions, each supported by an actual case.
- Give accurate and comprehensive information
The details are where it all begins. You can lose crucial days if your address is not complete.
Example: A defendant at “512 Oak Street” had a service request submitted by a law firm. There were five distinct businesses on the premises, and the suite number was missing. The papers were served the following day with the help of the updated suite number following two unsuccessful attempts. Seventy-two hours may have been spared with an easy cross-check using a utility record or Google Maps.
- Make Use of a Process Server That Responds Quickly
Selecting the appropriate service partner is essential.
For instance, before a TRO hearing, a company required immediate service from a business owner. Only during business hours did their former supplier try to give service. When the shop opened at 6:45 AM, Ameriserve LLC planned an early morning visit, captured the owner, and completed the project within 24 hours.
- Use Technology to Monitor Development
Your workflow can be made or broken by real-time updates.
For instance, to demonstrate to the court that three legitimate attempts had been made, an attorney needed documentation of due diligence. They saved time and avoided a motion delay by submitting unambiguous evidence with ease using Ameriserve’s GPS-stamped digital logs.
- Create backup plans in case of difficulties
Sometimes, people don’t show up or avoid being served.
Example: By remaining with friends, a respondent in a divorce dispute was avoiding service. Ameriserve filed for alternate service, including posting and email, in collaboration with the lawyer. The petition proceeded without any problems.
- Understand the Law, Particularly in Different Jurisdictions
For instance, adopting Texas protocol to serve someone in Florida resulted in their service being refused. The lawyer might have prevented a complete restart of the process if they had collaborated with a multi-state expert server like Ameriserve.
Working smarter, not simply faster, is the key to avoiding delays. Ameriserve LLC’s technology, personnel, and legal expertise guarantee that your process service is always up to par.
