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Process Service
Serving Since 1976!
Service of Process was one of the first services for Swift to offer when it first opened back in 1976. Since then, Swift has established an extensive network of in-house, Partner & Affiliate Process Servers that cover all of California, and also reaches across the United States.
METHODS OF SERVICE
ALL Serves, regardless of the method of service, MUST be completed by someone other than those named (party/parties) on the documents: you CANNOT serve your own documents.
PERSONAL
Your documents are handed directly by our registered Process Server to the intended Party. Certain document types can only be personally served.
If an entity has an Agent For Service, serving this party is considered Personal Service.
SUB-SERVICE
For most document types, they can be accepted by someone over the age of 18 at the service address e.g. a receptionist or spouse.
If you have a pending court date, there is a limited window where sub service is acceptable before Personal service becomes mandatory.
POSTING
Posting involves securely taping the packet of documents in an obvious yet secure place, where the Party will see them.
Each county has its' own rules for allowing Posting of certain document types if a requisite number of attempts at Personal or Sub-Service have been unsuccessful.
MAIL OR EMAIL
Documents are served by using regular or Certified USPS mail, or sent via email, to a known/verified service (email) address.
This can be completed at any time between Law firms, or with prior written approval/consent for Pro Per's & other entities.
ALL SERVES INCLUDE:
Up To 5 Attempts Per Address
Even though our Servers get most documents successfully served within 2 attempts, we'll still give you up to 5 attempts per address, just in case.
Proof Of Service, or Declaration Of Diligence
Once served, you'll received a signed Proof of Service that can be Filed with the court.
And if we are unable to complete service, you'll receive a Declaration of Diligence instead.
Choose The Pace For Attempts:
Routine
RUSH
First attempt is made in 2-3 business days.
Up to 5 attempts are made per address over 28 days.
First attempt is made within 24 hours.
Up to 5 attempts are made per address within 21 days.
AGENT FOR SERVICE SERVE
An Agent For Service is allowed to accept any Legal documents on behalf of a business or other registered entity.
All manner of businesses, including Meta/Facebook, Uber & most major banks, will only accept Service of Process through their Agent For Service.
HOW DO I KNOW WHO HAS AN AGENT FOR SERVICE?
Any and all business that are registered with the Secretary of State are required to nominate an Agent For Service at the time of registration. Searching the Secretary of State for the entity/party named on your documents will indicate whether you can serve them directly, or to their Agent For Service.
I FOUND THEIR AGENT FOR SERVICE. NOW WHAT?
First, confirm that the name registered with the Secretary of State matches the name listed on your documents. If the names do not match exactly, some entities will reject service.
Then, ensure you have the correct service address for the registered Agent. This may be different from their actual address.
WHO IS CT CORPORATION & CSC?
These are the two most common Agents For Service, which is why Swift Legal has an office in close proximity to ensure fast & effective service on these entities.
HOW DO I SERVE CT CORPORATION?
Serving documents to a registered agent is by far the easiest, fastest & cheapest method of service. Simply follow the steps below when placing your request.
1
If you're new to Swift, you'll need to create an account.
For existing clients, all you need to do is login to your account.
2
Once you've logged in, click on Place An Order.
Then, from the drop down menu, select Process Serving.
3
On the first tab, Serve Info, enter the name of the entity to be served, and then in the "Registered Agent" field, enter CT Corporation.
On the same tab, enter the service address for CT Corporation:
330 N Brand Blvd, Suite 700
Glendale CA 91203
Only use this address for entities to be served via CT Corporation.
All others must use the service address listed on the Secretary of State website.
STAKEOUTS
Sometimes getting your documents served can prove extra difficult due to access restrictions (e.g. an apartment building), inconsistent schedules, or is time sensitive.
A stakeout can be the perfect solution to solve these problems.
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Still can't find them? Let our Private Investigators hunt them down!
Please note: Additional fees may be required for remote locations and not all remote locations can be serviced.
READY,
SET.
GO!
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