If you need to serve legal papers to a spouse, business partner, or another party, let our process server in NYC deliver your documents with speed, precision, and efficiency.
We serve all kinds of legal documents including subpoenas, motions, divorce papers, eviction notices, landlord or tenant notices, and civil action suits. Just provide the documents and we’ll take care of the rest.
Service of process in New York, like in any jurisdiction, presents various challenges. Here are some of the key ones lawyers should be mindful of:
- Multiple Methods of Service: New York allows for various methods of service, including personal service, substituted service, and service by mail. Each method has its own requirements and limitations, and choosing the appropriate method can be challenging depending on the circumstances of the case.
- Difficulty Locating Defendants: In lawsuits involving individuals or entities intentionally evading service of process, locating the defendant is often difficult. An attorney may have to hire private investigators or utilize other resources to track down the individual or entity to effect service.
- Out-of-State Defendants: The serving process for defendants outside of New York presents additional challenges due to the need to comply with New York state law and the laws of the jurisdiction where the defendant is located. This may involve using international treaties to ensure proper service.
- Service on Corporations and Businesses: The process of serving corporations and businesses in New York can be challenging due to the need to identify and serve the appropriate agent for the service process, which may require research into the corporate structure and registered agent information.
- Time Constraints: In many cases, there are strict deadlines for the serving process, and failure to serve within the required timeframe can result in the case being dismissed or delayed. This adds pressure to ensure that service is completed promptly and accurately.
- Costs: The costs associated with service of process, including hiring process servers or utilizing alternative service methods, can add up quickly, particularly in cases where multiple attempts at service are required.
Addressing these challenges often requires careful planning, attention to detail, and sometimes the assistance of legal professionals with expertise in New York civil procedure.
As licensed process servers, we deliver unmatched reliability and professionalism no matter how challenging the circumstances. We will serve the court papers, complete the affidavit of service, file it with the court and mail you the original affidavit, to prove that a defendant has been served correctly.
We serve the following areas in New York City: