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What is a Process Server?

Simply put, a process server is a person who hand delivers court case documents to the parties named in the case. Without some context, this definition may seem a little confusing. Why would you need some random person to deliver your case documents? Why can’t you just do it yourself? Is using a process server even required? In Pensacola, it’s not a matter of choice; anyone filing a lawsuit must use either the sheriff’s office or a certified and approved

Beau Charlet January 15, 2022

December Newsletter 2021

Message from the Founder Happy Holidays and Happy New Year 2021 is coming to a close but before it does we all benefit from the winter holidays and extra time off to spend with loved ones. If you stay local, enjoy your time in your home with family, friends and loved ones. If you are traveling this month, please be safe and return back rejuvenated and refreshed. Everyone has their traditions and favorite things to do during the holidays. I

Beau Charlet December 23, 2021

Using a Process Server v.s. the Local Sheriff to Serve Papers

In Florida, you must hire either a certified private process server or local law enforcement to serve process in your court cases. Some types of criminal process, like arrest warrants, must be served by a sheriff’s deputy to be valid. This is for obvious safety reasons. However, using a private process server to deliver the types of process which they are permitted to serve is a smart move. Here, we will discuss the benefits of hiring a private process server

Beau Charlet December 15, 2021

November Newsletter 2021

Message from the Founder This is how we do it!! Last month, our team was able to get together for our annual franchise retreat. Our 2020 retreat was cancelled due to Covid-19. Our 2020 retreat was scheduled to be at the UF v. FSU football game but that game actually never was scheduled, due to Corona. So, 2021 same plan, just a different matchup. The team traveled to Tallahassee, FL, minus the team members that work in that city, on a Friday afternoon/evening.

Beau Charlet November 29, 2021

Serve Paper Safely with These Tips

It’s no secret that process serving can be a dangerous job. People often do not want to be served and take their anger out of the process server. This is usually in the form of some yelling or harsh words, but sometimes, things can turn violent. In the most extreme cases, process servers have lost their lives while working. Protect yourself while serving process by following these tips for the best safety practices: Do your research You need to know

Beau Charlet November 15, 2021

October Newsletter 2021

Message from the Founder Nothing Personal So, some papers we serve, need to be served personally. While others can be substituted, when and why? Your papers were posted – are you asking yourself, “Is this good service?” Let’s dive into this a tad further, shall we? Personal Service: Serving documents that originated in FL, see below Statutes that govern when personal service is required. 48.051 Service on state prisoners.—Process against a state prisoner shall be served on the prisoner. 63.088(3) LOCATION

Beau Charlet October 25, 2021

What Types of Papers are Served by Process Servers?

The main role of process servers is to make sure all parties relevant to a case are notified of the request for their appearance in court with ample time to prepare. For defendants, this means time to prepare a defense. For witnesses and other case parties, time to develop a cohesive testimony is crucial. Process servers provide notification of upcoming hearings and other court dates by serving process, or court case documents, to all involved case parties. The process can

Beau Charlet October 15, 2021

September Newsletter 2021

Message from the Founder Legislature Changes & Technological Advancements in Florida In June 2019, Florida House Bill 91 was signed, sealed and delivered. One of the major changes in this Bill was the fact that process servers could now electronically sign their Returns of Service. This was a HUGE development. Prior to the signing of this Bill, only the Sheriff was allowed to electronically sign Returns, not private process servers (PPS). Once this Bill was signed into effect, our software programmer went

Beau Charlet September 30, 2021

Can a Process Server Deliver Court Papers Through Social Media?

Social media has become the information pipeline that keeps our world connected. Whether you love it or hate it, social media is an ever-growing phenomenon that makes staying in touch and doing business across the globe possible for everyone. But, is using social media an appropriate way to deliver legal documents? Well, the answer is probably not. Social media has been used since its creation by process servers to investigate targets, make contact, and even set up in-person meetings. With

Beau Charlet September 15, 2021

August Newsletter 2021

Message from the Founder Founder’s Message Back to School Special As a dad of 3, I know the most important role I play is that of father. Trust me, being your process server is a pretty close second. It’s August, a month I truly adore, a month to celebrate the birthday of my wife and also the month our first born arrived in this world. August also is generally the month that all children go back to school (granted I know some states

Beau Charlet September 13, 2021