THE worldwide leader in process service with experienced process servers in every country

We Serve Anywhere in the World!

  

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We specialize in the one thing they forgot to teach in law school. . . .

International Service of Process

If you need:

greenarrow.gif (159 bytes)   To serve someone in Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, North America or anywhere

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Call us Toll free 800-417-7623

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You can click on details for a specific country HERE

Here's All We Will Need:

  1. 3 copies of the documents to be served (we do not need originals; only copies of the same documents you would serve locally) OR a PDF file and we'll make the copies

  2. A brief letter of instructions with service address

  3. A check for the service - we will send you a statement for any required translation costs

     Note:  Additional charges apply for second address, additional defendants and excessive pages that increase cost of forwarding documents

Got a Case Involving a Foreign Defendant?

 We can solve all of your problems

 Here is what we can do:

     ·        Serve documents in any country

·        Hire an attorney for you anywhere in the world

·        Obtain evidence and arrange depositions globally

·        Translation in 88 languages

·        Local contact available in any nation

·        Local interpreters for depositions

·        Foreign corporation research

·        Locate anyone – anywhere

·        Research laws and local rules in foreign jurisdiction

·        Lawsuit search on defendant

·        Embassy/Consulate support in any nation

·        News search on any defendant

·        Surveillance/Stake-out/investigations

·        Any other legal support assignment you may have

 Specializing in International Service of Process

 

About International Service of Process

There are two general methods of service abroad:

Formal Methods:

    The "formal method" of service is the generally recommended method of service, particularly in countries that are signatories to an international treaty, such as the Hague Service Convention.  This method is needed if it is anticipated that enforcement of judgment will be required. 

    The Hague Service Convention set forth the international rules related to service of process outside the originating country.  Each nation that belongs to the Hague Service Convention agrees to abide by these international rules.  

    Letters Rogatory is the formal method to be used in countries that are not signers of the Hague Service Convention. In addition, the Inter-American Convention on Letters Rogatory controls the same issues between countries in North and South America.  Letters Rogatory is also used when taking the deposition of a person in another jurisdiction.

    The timeframe for service pursuant to formal methods can range from 1 to 5 months since proper procedures and/or diplomatic channels must be followed (typical turnaround time in most nations is 2-3 months).  Costs are significantly lower than in informal service in most countries.

    Generally, we recommend the formal method of service to insure a valid judgment.

    No matter which method you choose, we handle the paperwork and logistics in completing the service in a timely and efficient manner.  We do everything from preparing the letter of transmittal to the translation of your filed documents, as required.

Informal Methods:

    Informal methods of service are available in most areas of the world where service by a non-attorney or private process server are .  In general, if the country is not a signatory of an international treaty, service may be made by informal methods (similar to service in the United States).  However, some countries such as Germany, Japan, Korea, China, Switzerland and Italy do not allow service by private process server and impose serious civil and criminal sanctions on those who violate their national sovereignty.

    The advantage to utilizing informal service, in nations where it is available, is often the timeframe for completing service.

    Call us and we will fax you an up-dated information sheet on the various available methods of service and our fees.  

     Call (800)417-7623  or  800-4-1-PROCESS    Fax:  (818)772-4797 or e-mail

    We routinely serve legal documents throughout the world.  As a matter of fact,  we've been doing it for the past 29 years.  The process is simple since we do all the legwork and follow-up.    Service does, however, generally take longer than in the United States due to varying customs and practices in other countries.

    We also welcome documents from all countries for service in the United States and Canada......or anywhere in the world!   Our network of experienced and efficient Process Servers will complete your assignment in a timely manner.

    Oh yes, you won't find a lower rate!

    Note:  These descriptions of service options are presented in general terms.  We will be pleased to provide specific information regarding service in a particular country.

    Translation Services:   

   We offer translation in all foreign languages  -  Call us for discounted rate.

    Don't forget:  We can serve anyone. . .anywhere in the world. . . and just around the corner!

     Call us at (800)417-7623   or  

1 Lowest rate of any top 10 international service company. Guaranteed service means we will serve the documents at the address provided, if service is legally possible. Dated documents may require a re-set of the court date if unable to serve in time, in which case there will not be an additional charge  Additional charge will apply for additional addresses. In rare cases, some countries may impose additional fees that have not been announced prior to service.  Such fees will be the responsibility of the attorney requesting service. See bottom of page for disclaimer.

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Process Service Network™

Mailing address:     20832 Roscoe Blvd. #106, Winnetka, CA 91306
Phone: (800)4-1-PROCESS   or  (800)417-7623   or   (818)772-4796
Fax:  (818)772-4797  *  E-mail: processnet@sbcglobal.net 

Make check payable to:    Process Service Network

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  Specializing in International Service and "hard-to-serve" cases

Here's what we will need to serve your documents:

  1. Three (3) sets of the documents to be served (all copies are okay); OR email attachment in PDF format (we'll make the copies if we're doing the translation)

  2. A brief letter of instructions, including the service address and requested method of service (formal or informal)

  3. Payment for the service fees.  If translation is required, we will bill you for the translation after that phase is completed

  4. It's that simple!

A note about copies:  There is no charge for copies made if sent via email attachment or fax if translation is being done by us.  However, service documents sent to us via email or fax for regular domestic and international assignments are subject to a $.25/page copy fee.  Copy fees are waived for documents to be translated.

Terms and Conditions:    * Guaranteed service means we will serve the documents at the address provided, if service is legally possible. Dated documents may require a re-set of the court date if unable to serve in time.  Additional charge will apply for additional addresses and attempts on dated documents after re-set.  Guarantee does not apply to investigations, out-of-area process service, small claims cases, documents with specific court dates, or international service of process due to circumstances that may occur beyond our control or in certain nations and we cannot be responsible for such circumstances. Service outside the U.S. is often slow and cumbersome; we cannot guarantee the stated timeframes since they are based on prior experience and circumstances changes without notice. Like all process servers, we charge for each address attempted. No refunds will be made after institution of any assignment, for any reason.  All fees are due and payable upon demand. Financial obligation is not relieved due to non-payment and non-payment cannot be construed as a waiver of contract, or cancellation of services, for assignments made to our firm. Services will not be completed until all fees are paid; fee obligation remains in effect even though payment has not been made.  Our fees cover all known governmental fees in foreign nations and our fee to handle the service; in rare cases, extra charges may apply to cover governmental agency fees, example:  China. There is an Embassy fee of $735.00 per defendant on all Letters Rogatory assignments.  By assigning a service to PSN, client gives permission to PSN to sign their name on the Request for Service Abroad, the transmittal form used to request service pursuant to the Hague Service Convention.  No other permissions are given. Accounts that are not paid by the established deadlines are subject to civil action to collect the amount due, plus costs, and attorneys fees (if applicable).  The court of jurisdiction is Los Angeles County, California. By assigning a service assignment to us, you agree to all terms and conditions.

Note:  We've been in business since 1978, so we must be doing it right.

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