Tallahassee, FL Process Servers

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Process Server in Tallahassee, FL

Attorneys in Leon County and Tallahassee, Florida understand how vital a process server can be to a case in Florida’s capital city. Close to coastal life and rich in culture, Tallahassee attracts people from all walks of life, including those embroiled in court cases — a process server can make or break your case.

The right process server will be able to adapt to the unique circumstances of your case and will work with integrity and efficiency to help support a seamless delivery process. An excellent process server can protect your case by focusing on compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

If you’re a local attorney, you need the peace of mind that comes from partnering with a trustworthy private process server in Tallahassee. An inept or unethical process server can cause severe legal setbacks, increase your liability risks, and may even cause your case to be dismissed.

Thankfully, you don’t have to spend hours researching process servers in Leon County. Nationwide industry leader Firefly Legal is here to help. We’re committed to integrity in all of the legal support services we provide, and we pride ourselves on the lasting partnerships we’ve built with U.S. attorneys nationwide.

For the past thirty years, we’ve surpassed our clients’ expectations, offered customized solutions to meet their needs, and provided the best process servers available.

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Process server responsibilities in Tallahassee include serving individuals at home or work, and representatives of corporations or government.

Firefly Legal Process Servers in Tallahassee, Florida

A Firefly Legal process server in Tallahassee works with meticulous diligence and is committed to providing efficient legal document delivery. Demonstrable knowledge of local and state regulations is a must, and compliance is the Firefly Legal focus in all of our comprehensive process server duties.

We optimize technology and current industry trends to increase efficiency and expedience, and streamline our processes to quickly locate intended delivery recipients. Our services involve far more than just paperwork management, and we’re committed to exceeding your expectations in every step of the delivery process.

Join our satisfied clients nationwide and partner with Firefly Legal in Tallahassee today.

What Are the Process Server Regulations in Tallahassee?

Attorneys with offices in multiple states, or even regions in Florida, need a process server in Florida who possesses a thorough knowledge of the laws in the state capital. Regulations and the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure can be amended at any time, and compliance remains paramount to legal document delivery.

A Firefly Legal process server has a relationship with the 2nd Judicial Court in Tallahassee (which also covers Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, and Wakulla counties), is adaptable, works with discretion, and will work with diligence to ensure seamless delivery.

Here are some of the laws and regulations that impact a process server in Florida’s capital city.

Who can serve legal documents in Leon County?

All process servers in Tallahassee and Leon County must be at least 18 years old, full-time Florida residents, certified by the 2nd Judicial Court, and are subject to a background check, including a criminal background check.

A process server in Tallahassee is also required to complete a state-approved training course, pass a process server exam, and submit a $5,000 surety bond and approval letters from the six sheriffs whose districts are covered by the court.

Who can a private process server serve in Florida

A private process server in Florida can serve any of the following parties:

  • Any adult named party in legal documents, at their residence or place of employment
  • Any individual over the age of 15 who is a resident in the home of the intended recipient
  • A parent or legal guardian on behalf of a minor
  • A state prisoner, directly rather than through a third party
  • Out-of-state individuals or businesses via an in-state representative of these parties
  • The head of a labor union
  • An agency, board, chief executive officer, commission, or public officer acting as a representative of a public firm or corporation
  • State attorney or assistant state attorney with the 2nd Judicial Court as a representative of the state of Florida
  • Person in charge of a dissolved corporation
  • President or vice president of a private corporation

Hours a process server can work in Tallahassee

A process server in Tallahassee is prohibited from delivery on Sundays, but there aren’t any time restrictions throughout the rest of the week. Nevertheless, it’s a good idea to instruct your process server to operate within the industry standard of 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

If a process server is delivering papers to a recipient’s place of employment, the employer must be informed, and the recipient must be served in a designated private area.

Additional process server laws and regulations in Tallahassee

Additional regulations that impact served papers and process servers in Tallahassee include:

  • A complaint must be served within 120 days of filing
  • A defendant has 20 days to respond to a complaint
  • If a defendant does not respond to a served complaint, it may result in a default judgment for the plaintiff
  • Tallahassee process servers must swear an oath to diligently, honestly, and faithfully exercise their duties

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Being a leader in the civil process service industry means providing our clients with unparalleled integrity, excellence, and reliability.

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How Firefly Legal can help

For thirty years, family-owned and operated Firefly Legal has been dedicated to leading the industry with integrity and consistently raising the bar on industry standards. We’re committed to connecting our clients with the best process servers in Tallahassee and Leon County.

Our lasting partnerships with attorneys nationwide reflect our commitment to customized and innovative solutions, efficient and reliable legal document delivery, and the legal support services you need to build a successful case. We work diligently to ensure compliance, a seamless process, and we partner with attorneys to optimize their success.

Process server services by Firefly Legal in Tallahassee include document retrieval, tech-enabled updates, and sensitive deliveries.

When you partner with Firefly in Tallahassee, you can expect the following premium services:

  • Adaptability:
    Adaptability is vital for a great process server. A Firefly Legal process server in Tallahassee quickly adapts to any regulatory changes and the unique circumstances of each delivery.
  • Consistent and Transparent Communication:
    The Firefly client portal is accessible 24/7, and includes real-time case status updates, along with important case notes and a record of every attempt at service. We’ll consistently and transparently communicate with you about the progress of your case.
  • Compliance:
    A deep understanding of the law and compliance in the delivery process is paramount for a private process server. A Firefly Legal private process server in Tallahassee works with consistent compliance to reduce your liability risk and protect your case from legal setbacks that can result from a sloppy delivery process.
  • Court Filings:
    We understand that court filings have extremely time-sensitive deadlines, and you may not have the time to file your court paperwork. Firefly Legal will manage these in-person filings (or, when permissible, electronic filings) for you and ensure filing before the deadline.
  • Discretion and Sensitivity:
    We understand the highly-charged emotions that are often involved with your cases. We’ll closely follow any delivery instructions that call for discretion and sensitivity, and handle each situation with care.
  • Document Retrieval:
    Document retrieval can become demanding and time-consuming. If you handle this task on your own, it can take vital resources away from building your case. We understand the complexities of the 2nd Judicial Court and can seamlessly manage your document retrievals.
  • Proprietary Software:
    Our proprietary software, the Firefly Legal Case Management System, provides case management 24/7 and allows you to access pertinent case details and real-time status updates in one convenient location.
  • Regular Audits:
    We regularly perform service audits to ensure process servers maintain our high standards and surpass your expectations. This allows us to streamline opportunities to grow, optimize our successful work, and ensure compliance through every step of the delivery process.
  • Skip Tracing:
    Skip tracing methods help a process server in Tallahassee to locate intended recipients that may be difficult to find. For example, we might conduct an exhaustive search of personal and professional histories, thoroughly research public and private databases, and track social media activity to find an individual who has moved, changed jobs, or is attempting to evade service.
  • Technology:
    Advances in technology have allowed us to integrate tools that increase our efficiency. For example, we utilize an electronic data interface (EDI), scannable bar codes, and streamlined workflows and waterfall processes.

Tallahassee Process Server: Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if someone refuses to open the door to a Tallahassee process server?
If an intended recipient refuses to open the door for a process server, this will not stop legal proceedings. A process server will attempt service multiple times, and file a due diligence affidavit with the courts to verify service attempts. A defendant who fails to receive or respond to service might have a default judgment issued by the courts.

There are many companies and individuals who advertise their services in Tallahassee. However, not all process servers provide the same level of service. An excellent process server in Tallahassee works with integrity, is reliable and trustworthy, and will efficiently deliver legal documents.

The wrong process could create significant challenges for any attorney, and could jeopardize the progress of your case.

Here are some of the qualities you should consider when hiring a process server in Tallahassee:

  • Adaptability
  • Attention to detail
  • Compliance
  • Discretion
  • Efficiency
  • Innovation
  • Integrity
  • Legal knowledge
  • Positive client reviews and testimonials
  • Proven track record
  • Technology know-how
  • Training
  • Transparent pricing of services and fees
Although quick turnaround may be possible in specific cases, a process server in Tallahassee may have to make more than one attempt at delivery. Generally, the process may take 5-7 days. However, each case is different, and service of process may take less or more time, based on the unique components of your case.

Contact Firefly Legal for a Free Quote

Firefly Legal can connect attorneys in Tallahassee with top process server professionals. Join our satisfied clients nationwide and rest in the knowledge that your document delivery needs are in trustworthy hands.

Access our additional legal services and support for comprehensive help through every step of your case.

Book a call with Firefly Legal today!

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Raising the Bar

Firefly audits every file coming in and going out without slowing down the process. We believe our attention to detail is unique to the industry and brings a high level of accuracy to our clients. We demand perfection!

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What do our Satisfied Customers Say?

5/5

Our firm handles a high volume caseload and Firefly has been instrumental in developing systems that are efficient, yet maintain a high degree of quality control. Firefly’s team is innovative and adaptable to help us meet the needs of our clients, and has utilized creative solutions to help navigate the ever-changing legal landscape.

Joel Knosher, Attorney Denzin Soltanzadeh LLC

5/5

Our firm has had the pleasure of working with Firefly for several years now. Firefly’s customer service and response times are outstanding. Firefly’s web portal is extremely user-friendly, and the file information is always up to date. In addition to placing file updates on their web portal, Firefly also sends email updates, which is extremely convenient and allows us to easily save updates to our electronic files. Firefly also provides our firm with quarterly client reports that provide us with important details on our files, such as status updates and analytics, which are invaluable from a practice management standpoint. We truly enjoy working with Firefly and consider them a valued vendor partner!

Albertelli Law Partners Ohio – Tony Scarlato, Ohio Managing Partner

5/5

It was a pleasure working with the Firefly team for this years audit. Firefly was very responsive, professional and thorough in both their initial questionnaire as well as all follow-ups. Firefly’s compliance and security controls are both on point. I look forward to our continued relationship and working with them on the compliance audit in 2021.

Stefanie Rudy, Compliance Manager – Diaz Anselmo & Associates P.A.

5/5

Overall Firefly has drastically helped with efficiency of the service process in our office. They have extremely fast turnaround times with getting things filed and out for service, a very attentive detail oriented staff which is very helpful and responsive to all messages, their servers have done great so far in locating defendants and getting them served quickly, and an added plus is their website which is very user friendly and straight forward to use. Overall I would give Firefly an A+ grade, keep up the good work.

Henschel & Beinhaker, P.A.

5/5

“Thank you for working so hard for/and with us to ensure the filings are getting done timely. I know it can get a little crazy sometimes with these FHA deadlines and we appreciate you always working with us to ensure the deadlines are getting met.”

Anselmo Lindberg & Associates LLC

5/5

I wanted to thank you for the expeditious manner in which you handled obtaining the court date and filing the documents at the Bridgeview courthouse. You saved us a lot of aggravation and our client a lot of money. We will definitely be using Firefly Legal in the future. Thanks again.

Julie McCormack, DAVIS|FRIEDMAN

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