Job Requirements & Eligibility
Most legal documents can be served across New York's five boroughs and 62 counties. Here is what you need to have ready before you order.
A Service Address Is Required
To serve a defendant, we need a physical address in New York where the defendant can be found - a home, business, or place of employment. A PO box alone cannot be served.
If you don't have a current address, add our skip-trace / locate service and we'll work to find one before attempts begin. Out-of-state and nationwide service is also available on request.
Personal vs. Substituted Service
Personal Service
The papers are delivered directly, in-hand, to the defendant (CPLR 308(1)). The most straightforward and preferred method when the defendant can be located.
Substituted / Nail-and-Mail
When the defendant cannot be personally served after diligent attempts, NY law allows leave-and-mail (CPLR 308(2)) or affix-and-mail / "nail-and-mail" (CPLR 308(4)). We follow the statutory steps and document them in the affidavit.
Document Upload Standards
- Upload the exact papers to be served (summons & complaint, subpoena, notice, etc.)
- All pages included, in the order they should be served
- Clear, legible scans or PDFs - no cropping of captions or index numbers
- Include any exhibits or attachments that must be served with the papers
We will contact you if anything is missing or unclear before a server is assigned.
Affidavit Delivery
Every completed job includes a notarized affidavit of service. Choose how you'd like to receive it - and whether we file it with the court for you.
Documents We Commonly Serve
Not sure how your papers should be served? Submit the job and we'll confirm the correct method during review.
"Highly recommended! They answered all my questions promptly, served the defendant fast, and the affidavit was filed the same week. Thank you again!"
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The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Service-of-process requirements vary by court, county, and case type. For formal legal advice, consult a qualified attorney.