One method to research the whereabouts of your defendant is hiring a professional to perform skip tracing.

A motion for substituted/alternative service is a request to the Court to give you permission to serve the defendant using methods other than personal service. Learn how this can help your case.

This article will explain how to request and manage Sheriff Service of Process ("Sheriff Service”) and why it may be a better option to get your legal papers served.

An incomplete defendant service can lead to your case getting postponed or dismissed. Find out the options you have to notify the defendant after an unsuccessful serve.

This article will explain an “affidavit of non-service” and how it can potentially impact your small claims case. In short, this document is used to show the court that the process of service was attempted and what occurred when those attempts were unsuccessful.

A registered agent is helpful in understanding if you are suing a business entity. Many small claim forms ask for a registered agent, so it is essential to know how to find one when filing a small claim. What Is a Registered Agent? A corporation's registered agent is the person nominated to receive service of...

Small claims courts exclusively hear civil cases that involve small sums of money. While the laws regarding small claims court vary from state to state, the total value of a claim must be below a specific dollar amount.

One of the first things to do when filing is to notify the other party. Each state has their own process. To alert the other party, a process server is needed.

You can never serve someone that you're suing. Instead, hire a professional server or have your friend help out. While there are other options, they are worse.