Hiring a process server can be stressful, especially if you’re not sure where to look or what to ask. Scams are an unfortunate part of process serving, with victims losing hundreds or even thousands of dollars to unscrupulous fake process servers. Georgia is one of several states where process serving is a regulated industry with standards and legal requirements, so hiring just any person off the street to deliver your case’s process is a no-no. In this post, we’ll give you the details you need to know to make sure you’re only dealing with reputable process servers that will handle your case process professionally.
Certification
The first thing you should ask any process server you’re considering hiring is about certification. In some Georgia counties, including Fulton County, private process servers must be certified or appointed by the court system. In other counties, private process servers must be approved by the sheriff’s office. In some Georgia counties, individuals can serve process without any certification or approval. Always check with the county court where you need the process served to see what requirements process servers there must follow. If the process server you are interviewing cannot produce evidence of compliance with local regulations, it’s best to use someone else.
References
Legitimate process servers should have a list of professional references that will vouch for their experience and conduct. Always ask for references and follow up with each reference to verify their account matches the process server’s. If the references don’t pan out, move on to the next potential server.
Knowledge
Finally, you should always ask the server about the laws related to your specific case to be sure they know how to handle your paperwork properly. For example, if you need process served on a business, you’ll want a process server who is familiar with serving businesses and knows the relevant laws. If the process server you’re considering isn’t comfortable with serving process in the circumstances that your case requires, it’s best to find one who does.
Legit Atlanta Process Servers
If you’re anywhere in Atlanta or Fulton County and need quality, legitimate process service, Accurate Serve should be your next call. We provide a variety of legal support services for individuals and businesses, including process service, document retrieval, skip tracing, and diligent searches. Call 404-924-4838 or send us a work request online to get started today.
