Attorneys across the United States understand the important role a process server plays in the success of their court cases. An efficient and reliable process server can allow your court case to begin seamlessly. Randomly selecting an unproven litigation support service firm, on the other hand, can lead to delays, court challenges, or worse.
Proceed is an industry leader in service of process with highly competitive selection methods. We ensure that our nationwide process servers are extensively trained and committed to integrity and sensitivity in legal document delivery.
We’re proud of our foundation built on Counsel Press’s decades-long legacy — a business sustained by ongoing, professional relationships with attorneys and our team’s ability to use best practices and innovative solutions to meet your needs.
Proceed can execute your process serving needs so that you can concentrate on building successful legal cases. This article offers a detailed look at how that happens.
How Proceed Can Help
Building upon a strong foundation of litigation support excellence, Proceed has stood at the forefront of civil service and innovation in process serving. We’re committed to a rigorous vetting process for our employees, and ensure they remain up-to-date in industry and legal compliance training.
We’re continually expanding our nationwide process serving capacity to give attorneys that deal in civil matters access to the best team in legal solutions. As technology evolves, so does the innovative service we provide through our comprehensive e-filing and process serving capabilities.
Our nationwide process servers remain leaders in industry practices and work with accuracy and reliability. Your legal cases cannot begin until you have served any named defendants the pertinent documents. You need efficient and knowledgeable process serving professionals to ensure these initial steps run smoothly.
What You Can Expect From Our Process Serving
An inept or sloppy process server can cause major setbacks to your civil case. Before you retain a litigation support services team, you should know what to expect from them. You shouldn’t have to handhold your process servers, and should be able to trust in their reliability.
A professional relationship with Proceed means you don’t have to worry about proper delivery of your legal documents. We understand that the dedication you have for your clients should be reflected by our process serving team.
The Proceed nationwide process services team will deliver the following:
Industry Best Practices
The industry standards for process serving, skip tracing, filing time-sensitive documents, and more continue to evolve. Nationwide, the laws surrounding process serving continually change, and technology becomes an increasingly vital tool.
The Proceed team remains committed to adhering to the industry’s best practices, and using technology to ensure your document delivery is seamless.
Compliance
Legal compliance is vital for nationwide service of process. Our process servers undergo extensive compliance training, and will remain in compliance with local, state, and federal laws — including any recent legal changes. We understand the legal nuances that surround process serving, and apply them to our work.
Adherence to Detail
Effective court document delivery depends on accuracy and adherence to detail. In cases where the lawyers we work with have specific instructions about document delivery, we ensure those instructions are followed and fulfilled down to the smallest detail.
Our process serving team understands that your civil cases require adherence to detail, and we will collaborate with you to ensure every detail you need is covered by our services.
Confidentiality and Discretion
Many civil cases involve sensitive information and emotions can run high for all involved parties. Proceed understands the sometimes delicate nature of these matters, and is mindful to handle all process serving with the utmost care; taking pride in our team’s dedication to confidentiality and discretion.
We will work with you to determine the level of discretion needed for your case.
Efficiency
We will create customized, detailed plans for each legal process served to ensure we efficiently locate the intended recipient of your legal documents. We verify every delivery and handle your service with precision that reflects our on-time and accuracy rates above 97%.
Integrity and Reliability
Proceed process servers value integrity and will never cut legal corners or utilize underhanded practices for document delivery. Our commitment to excellence means that you can count on our reliability.
Partnerships With Attorneys
We understand how frustrating it can be to hire a new process server for every case. Our success is built on the strength of our partnerships with attorneys nationwide, and your success is our greatest priority.
Trust and reliability are vital components to our ongoing professional relationships. When you retain our process serving solutions, you can depend on industry leaders focused on providing you with innovative solutions to your legal services needs.
Real-Time Status Updates
You can access the real-time status of your process serving, and remain abreast of exact times, locations, and verifications through our advanced case management technology.
Service Audits
Regular, internal audits allow us to grow and implement any changes needed based on industry trends. Proceed process servers are committed to leadership and excellence in civil service and innovation.
Skip Tracing Services
Unfortunately, it is not unusual for a named party in a civil case to attempt to evade service of process. Thus, we’ll employ the latest skip tracing methods to locate your intended recipients.
Our skip tracing processes may include Internet deep dives of confidential and public databases, professional and personal histories, and social media platforms to ensure the greatest probability of contact.
Technological Solutions
The modern legal industry relies on innovative solutions for efficiency. As technology rapidly evolves, it offers us tools that can promote expedient and reliable results.
Information security is especially vital to excellence in process serving, and our team takes this seriously. Our technology infrastructure supports seamless integration with your firm’s workflow.
How The Proceed In-Office Team Will Work For You
Our commitment to attorneys doesn’t end with process serving. For every document delivery, our client services team will ensure the following:
- Detailed, verified instructions for each legal document delivery.
- Customized reporting strategies.
- Solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.
- Self-auditing and transparency at every step.
Proceed Process Servers
The rigorous application process at Proceed allows us to thoroughly vet each candidate, and we ensure anyone who joins our team shares our mission for excellence in civil service.
The extensive vetting of Proceed process servers includes background checks, drug screens, and fingerprinting. Our process servers are SOC 2 certified and subject to consistent performance evaluations.
We maintain the highest standards of professionalism and compliance across all jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring that every member of our team meets or exceeds industry requirements.
What’s Included in Your Process Serving Fees
Nationwide, Proceed is committed to going above and beyond in the service of process solutions we offer. Along with legal document delivery, your process serving fees include the following:
- Due diligence and detailed preparation for excellent process services.
- Collection of affidavits.
- Detailed reporting on process serving and delivery recipients.
- Filing of time-sensitive court documents through our e-filing services.
- Electronic copies of documents and verified delivery.
- Online, electronic, and detailed billing.
- Secure access to online case management client portal.
- Access to client services, answers to your vital questions, and up-to-date file status.
All-Access Pass to Your Files
Technology and transparency have always been primary focuses for Proceed. The two intersect seamlessly in our case management system[FL6] , built for attorneys and law firms based on their input. Beyond real-time reporting, this is your custom window into our software, data tracking, and office operations.
Here you can see all of our data on your screen as it happens, from anywhere at any time. Our commitment to technological innovation includes:
- Instituted automatic auditing procedures of files with sophisticated litigation intelligence systems.
- Created Electronic Data Interfaces (EDI) with clients and third-party vendors to eliminate redundant data entry, reduce errors, and create efficiencies.
- Electronically transferred documents and created online viewing permissions.
- Built mobile applications for real-time updates from servers in the field via mobile devices.
- Captured GPS locations of service attempts from the field.
- Photographed service addresses for verification.
- Generated routing efficiencies to optimize service delivery.
Nationwide Coverage
Proceed provides comprehensive process serving coverage across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Our network of professional process servers ensures reliable service delivery regardless of location.
Whether you need process serving in major metropolitan areas or rural communities, Proceed has the resources and expertise to execute your service of process requirements efficiently and in full compliance with local jurisdictional rules.
Questions To Ask Before Hiring a Process Server
Nationwide, a multitude of litigation support service companies exist. However, not all service of process providers are created equal. An inept or unqualified process server could negatively affect your legal case — costing you significant time and money.
That’s why it’s important to use due diligence and research to retain a provider on whom you can rely.
To help you make the best choice, ask the following qualifying questions before retaining a process serving team:
- What certification do the process servers possess? What training are they required to complete before official employment?
- Has the process serving team received positive reviews and testimonials from attorneys?
- Does the litigation support services company have a proven track record?
- Does the company have a polished, up-to-date website that highlights best practices and changes in legislation?
- Does the company operate in multiple states?
- What technology platforms do they use for case management and real-time reporting?
- How do they handle difficult service situations or evasive defendants?
- What is their success rate for completing service?
Additional Litigation Support Services
Beyond process serving, Proceed offers comprehensive litigation support services to meet all your case needs:
- Appellate Services – Expert support for appellate court matters
- E-Filing – Electronic filing services for federal and state courts
- Dispute Management – Comprehensive litigation support solutions
Our integrated approach to litigation support means you can rely on a single trusted partner for multiple aspects of your case workflow, ensuring consistency, reliability, and efficiency throughout the litigation process.
Contact Proceed Legal
Proceed stands as your partner for nationwide process serving, and is committed to providing you with the innovative excellence your cases deserve.
We offer comprehensive litigation support including process serving,e-filing,appellate services, real-time status updates, and dispute management for your legal service needs. Industry best practices are our standard.
Partner with Proceed Legal for nationwide process services from an industry leader to ensure the seamless commencement of your civil cases. Industry best practices are our best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a process server talk to my neighbors?
Yes, a process server can talk to your neighbors if they are trying to find you. They may ask neighbors for information about your whereabouts as part of their due diligence in locating the intended recipient.
Can a process server walk around your property?
A process server can’t enter your property any more than the general public can. They may walk around the property to try and find you, but they don’t have special rights to enter or trespass on private property.
Do you have to answer a process server’s questions?
You don’t have to answer any questions a process server asks, especially about personal details. You also don’t have to let them into your home or business to give you the papers. However, refusing to cooperate doesn’t prevent the service from being completed.
What happens if a server can’t find you?
If a process server can’t find you, they’ll make several attempts to serve you in person. If they still can’t locate you, the court might allow alternative methods to deliver the papers through substituted service, and the lawsuit could continue without your direct involvement.
How do process servers find people?
Process servers use multiple methods to find people who are hard to locate. They start by gathering information from their client about the person and may conduct database searches, check public records, and perform surveillance. Professional process servers employ skip tracing techniques and leverage technology to maximize the probability of successful service.
How long does a process server have to serve papers?
The timeframe for service of process varies by jurisdiction and case type. Generally, process servers must complete service within a specific number of days after the complaint is filed, often ranging from 60 to 120 days. However, specific deadlines depend on state law and court rules. Proceed ensures all services are completed within required timeframes.
What makes Proceed different from other process serving companies?
Proceed combines decades of litigation support expertise with cutting-edge technology and nationwide coverage. Our rigorous vetting process, SOC 2 certification, commitment to transparency, and real-time case management systems set us apart. We maintain the highest standards of professionalism while delivering exceptional customer service and reliable results.
