Introduction
Process servers are an essential part of our justice system. They help uphold Americans’ constitutional right to due process. Process servers have such a vital role in protecting America’s civil rights, yet most people have no idea what they do. In this article, you will be enlightened on process servers, what some of their services are, and what it costs to hire one.
What is a Process Server?
A process server is someone who upholds the service of processes; that is, the legal process of notifying all parties who are facing legal action against them in a court of law. The goal of the process server is to deliver a set of legal documents containing information describing legal actions being taken against the person being served. Some of the documents that may be served include complaints, summonses, writs, subpoenas, or other court documents. These documents cannot be served by someone who is a party to the case.
What Service Levels Are Provided?
Standard Service
Standard service means the first attempt to deliver the documents happens within 3 – 5 days of being received. The minimum amount of delivery attempts made is three. If the party being served requires more attempts, there will be additional charges. This service includes an unnotarized affidavit. After 20 pages, you will be charged 30 cents a page.
Rush Service
Rush service is when the process of service is attempted within 2 days of receiving the documents. This service is for one address, entity, person, or company. Rush service includes 3 attempts at delivery. If the served party requires more attempts, there may be additional charges. This service consists of an unnotarized affidavit. After 20 pages, you will be charged 30 cents a page.
Same Day Service
Same day service is when documents are received and delivered on the same day. This service is for one address, entity, person, or company. This service includes 3 attempts, with the first attempt being within one day of receiving the documents. If the party being served requires more attempts, there will be additional charges. This service includes an unnotarized affidavit. After 20 pages, you will be charged 30 cents a page.
How Does It Work?
- Hire – Choose your service and price. Pay via check, card, or Venmo.
- Upload – Send information and upload documents to the server.
- Serve – The process server completes the service of process.
- Confirm – Receive affidavit and immediate updates on service status with ServeManager.
How Much Does IT Cost to Have Papers Served?
Process server rates can vary from case to case because each case is different, and each person being served can come with their own difficulties. For example, same-day or rushed services are a higher cost, and routine service can go up in price if the additional mileage or skip trace is required if the person is evasive or needs to be located.
Standard Service (Routine, Personal) – $99.99
Standard Service covers one address, entity, person, or company. This includes 3 attempts. The first attempt is made within 3 – 5 days of receiving the documents. This service includes an unnotarized affidavit. After 20 pages, you will be charged 30 cents a page.
Rush Service – $175.00
Rush service covers one address, entity, person, or company. It includes 3 attempts. The first attempt is made within 2 days of receiving the documents. This service includes an unnotarized affidavit. After 20 pages, you will be charged 30 cents a page.
Same Day Service – $250.00
Same day service covers one address, entity, person, or company. This includes 3 attempts. The first attempt is made within 1 day of receiving the documents. This service includes an unnotarized affidavit. After 20 pages, you will be charged 30 cents a page.
Skip Trace to Locate Witness – $75.00
When clients are difficult to find, a skip trace fee is added for the additional time and energy expended to locate the subject.
Notary – $35
This fee pertains to documents requiring notification.
All money is non-refundable after a first attempt is made. If the job is canceled before attempts are made, there is a $25 processing fee for issuing a refund. The client agrees to pay a 4% fee added to the total cost.
Conclusion
Process service turnaround times can vary, and in some ways, the duration can be dependent on you. The accuracy of the information given to the process server and the service speed you chose both have a direct impact on how quickly your documents are served. Process serving can be an unpredictable job and can have dire consequences on a court case when it is done wrong. That’s why it is important to find a process server with the experience, equipment, and know-how to get the job done right the first time. Scott Frank with Lafayette Process Servers LLC has the professional qualities needed, making him the go-to process server in South Louisiana.
And that wraps up our episode for today.
Thank you for listening and we’ll see you next time!
The foregoing podcast has simply been presented for informational purposes only. He or those at Lafayette Process Servers LLC, are not attorneys. If you seek further information about this topic, please make sure to contact an attorney in your local area.
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