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The choice between hiring a private process server or the sheriff's office can significantly impact the efficiency and outcome of your case. Here's a breakdown of the key benefits of hiring a private process server:
1. Specialized Expertise and Efficiency:
* Private process servers specialize in serving legal documents. This focused expertise translates to a deeper understanding of the laws and rules governing service of process.
* They are often more efficient in locating and serving individuals, especially those who may be difficult to find.
2. Increased Flexibility and Availability:
* Unlike sheriffs, who typically adhere to standard business hours, private process servers offer greater flexibility.
* They are often available to serve documents during evenings, weekends, and holidays, increasing the likelihood of successful service.
3. Faster Service and Timeliness:
* Private process servers prioritize timely service. Their dedication to this specific task often results in quicker turnaround times compared to sheriff's departments, which have numerous other responsibilities.
4. Personalized Attention and Communication:
* Private process servers can provide personalized attention to your case. They can accommodate specific service requirements and maintain clear communication throughout the process.
* They are often more responsive to questions, and updates.
5. Higher Success Rates:
* Private process servers may employ advanced or unconventional techniques, leading to higher success rates in serving documents.
In essence, while sheriffs may serve legal documents, private process servers offer a more specialized, flexible, and efficient service.
No Communication. National companies use rideshare technology to subcontract/outsource your job to an unknown 3rd party who you won't be able to communicate with directly.
No Accountability. Unlike Uber and Lyft, national process service companies don't allow customers to submit ratings or reviews.
No Incentive. National companies beat their competition with digital ads and cheap labor. Their 3rd party servers are often compensated close to minimum wage after subtracting expenses.
Fraud. The prioritizing of quantity over quality makes it tempting for 3rd party servers to lie on their affidavits to increase profit.
More Fraud. Unlicensed convicted felons and criminal aliens have been caught illegally serving papers for national companies.
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Depending on your specific jurisdiction and circumstances, the court may require the filing and service of additional documents with your summons and complaint/petition. I cannot give you any legal advise or assist with paperwork.
If I am unable to find the defendant's home or workplace address using public records, you will have to pay an online skip trace provider or hire a licensed private investigator to discover one before I can serve your papers.
Service may be effected by publication under § 49, Fla. Stat. In some circumstances, a judge may allow substitute or alternative service upon granting the motion of a party. If I can't get your papers served, I'll e-file or send you an affidavit of non-service documenting my attempts.
According to § 48, Fla. Stat., proof of service is made prima facie by filing the affidavit or return of a certified process server, special process server, or deputy sheriff. For cases originating in Florida, I'll e-file proof of service on your behalf. If your case was filed out of state, I'll mail and/or e-mail you proof of service.