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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

How Can a Process Server Help Me?

If you represent a law firm, you have surely considered hiring a private process service agency. Maybe you’ve wondered if private process servers have any benefits over just using the local sheriff’s department? Perhaps you’ve heard stories from other attorneys about their experiences and wonder if private process servers really make things that easy. The truth is, when you have a steady stream of cases flowing in and out of your firm, you need an easy and reliable way to

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

Important Tips on Serving Papers Safely

Service of process is one of the most important roles here in Florida’s legal system, yet process servers often face aggression and hostility due to the nature of the work. Recipients of the process can be quite unreceptive and may project their anger about the court case onto the messenger. Thus, process servers must be extra diligent about safety while working in the community. If you are a process server working in Florida, follow these three tips to stay safe:

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 are Process Servers NOT Authorized to do?

Following all of the laws and regulations relevant to serving process is essential here in Florida. Mistakes in service of process can have devastating effects on your case, including giving the opposing party grounds for dismissal. Knowing what actions to avoid while the serving process ensures that servers will not damage their client’s case or reputation. Florida’s 19th Judicial Circuit governs private process servers in St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties. The courts establish strict standards for behavior

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

How to Tell if a Process Server is Legitimate

You must use a certified private process server in Port St. Lucie. If you use an uncertified process server, you are risking having your entire case dismissed due to improper service. You can identify illegitimate process servers and avoid future problems by following these tips: Ask for proof of certification All private process servers in St. Lucie County must be certified by Florida’s 19th Judicial Circuit or by the local Sheriff’s office. The 19th Judicial Circuit also covers Martin, Okeechobee,

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

The Difference Between Using a Private Process Server v.s. the Local Sheriff

In Florida, you must use either the local sheriff’s department or a certified private process server to deliver all your case related documents to interested parties. But, how do you know when to use the sheriff’s department versus a private process server? Some types of process, like arrest warrants, must be served by a sheriff’s deputy. However, using a private process server to deliver the types of process which they are permitted to serve is a smart move. Here, we

Beau Charlet August 15, 2021

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