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Firefly Legal can take care of your process serving and skip tracing so that you don’t have to face serving obstacles or fail to file a legal case.

 

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In a small state like Connecticut, the community of process servers is quite small. Per Connecticut law, most service of process must be completed by a sheriff, deputy, or other officer of the law. However, there are some circumstances in which other individuals, called “indifferent persons” by the state, may serve process. 

Because there are not very many independent process servers in the state, word of mouth travels far about which process servers are responsible, fast, and consistent in their work. 

If you’re listening to the conversation about process servers in the Northeast, you have probably heard that Firefly Legal is one of the best places to find high-quality process servers. The servers we contract with are ready to support your firm with the service of process. 

When it comes to choosing the right private process server in Connecticut, you can trust Firefly Legal to provide the most highly qualified, experienced, and professional process servers. We support clients around the country, promising accurate, timely service every single time.

The top process servers in Connecticut deliver documents with professionalism and efficiency.
Firefly Legal’s Connecticut process servers utilize technology in innovative ways.

What it is important to hire the right process server in Connecticut

If you have ever chosen the wrong process server, you know how many problems they can cause. 

Here are just some of the things that can end up happening when you hire an inexperienced or unqualified process server: 

  • Sloppy mistakes cause headaches for you and your firm
  • Mistakes can get expensive
  • The service of process gets bogged down
  • Legal proceedings get delayed

Meanwhile, when you hire the right process server, things get done quickly and efficiently. Instead of worrying about the accuracy of the service or how long it is going to take, you can be confident that your process server is doing the job right. 

The process servers who work with Firefly Legal serve documents in a professional and timely manner. This is true whether they are serving at private residences, workplaces, public locations, jails and prisons, attorney’s offices, or anywhere else that they can legally serve process in Connecticut. 

When your defendant is difficult to find, Firefly Legal’s contracted process servers use technology and innovation to implement state-of-the-art skip-tracing services. 

Attorneys, government officials, private investigators, and other professionals in Connecticut can trust Firefly Legal to provide the best process servers in the state.

There’s much more to serving papers than handing them over to defendants. Don’t take the risk of wasting time, resources, and experiencing difficult encounters by sending a staff member who’s ill-trained to handle the types of challenges this necessary part of the legal process can bring. Let Firefly Legal handle this necessary task while you and your staff take care of your clients.

Who can be a process server in Connecticut?

Connecticut law requires that sheriffs, deputies, constables, and other officers perform the service of process, except in two specific scenarios. 

  1. A neutral third party (“indifferent person”) can serve process if there is more than one defendant named in a claim, and those defendants live in different counties. 
  2. An indifferent person can also serve process if a plaintiff believes that having an officer of the law as a process server could jeopardize their case and the probability of getting their debt paid back

There are only about 10 process servers from Connecticut who are members of the American Association of Professional Process Servers, but there are other servers who are working in the state despite not being members. Additionally, some process servers live in neighboring states like Rhode Island, New York, and Massachusetts, but work in Connecticut as needed. 

Working with Firefly Legal’s Connecticut Process Servers

We want you to know exactly what to expect when you work with our process servers. 

Here is what you need to know: 

  • Our clients consistently report high levels of satisfaction with our servers
  • Everyone in our company is committed to professionalism and customer service
  • We have pioneered new ways to use technology in our field
  • We believe in providing exceptionally clear communication 
  • You can expect quick results from every case 

Only the best process servers in Connecticut get our stamp of approval. 

How we use technology at Firefly Legal

We have always been early adopters of technology, viewing it as an exciting tool that helps process servers do their job faster and more consistently.

We use technology like hardware, software, apps, and platforms to: 

  • provide accurate real-time updates for our clients
  • complete  pre-skip work, whenever it is needed 
  • give GPS coordinates for our process servers to use
  • ensure that process servers have easy access to photos and detailed descriptions of defendants
  • use third-party case management software 
  • achieve Electronic Data Interface bridging (EDI)

Our servers use our proprietary Firefly legal mobile app to get real-time updates. By digitizing the service of process, we keep your cases moving forward. 

Professionalism & Integrity: Firefly Legal’s core values 

We are proud to have been in this industry for 25 years! Without our core values of professionalism and integrity, we never would have been able to provide legal services and process servers to so many clients nationwide! 

We hope that you never have a reason to be dissatisfied with our services, but if you are, we are committed to responding with integrity and professionalism. No matter who you are talking to in our company, you will always encounter a positive attitude and a desire for a positive resolution. 

Building our reputation in Connecticut

To build our positive reputation in Connecticut, we have ensured that our business meets high standards of operation. 

We also provide opportunities for our nationwide network of process servers to connect with one another for professional development opportunities. We encourage our servers to complete specialized training beyond state requirements, join civil process server organizations, and attend industry events. This allows our Connecticut process servers to stay up to date with industry trends and become the most impressive servers in the nation.

Serve Defendants right the first time.

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

  • Committed to a first-class experience for clients.
  • Continual track record of a high success rate of service of process.
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  • Able to deliver service in a reliable and timely manner.
  • Compliant with all local and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Licensed and insured private detective agency protecting your interests.

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All About Process Servers in Connecticut

The basic responsibilities of a process server are the same no matter where you are located in the US. However, each state has its own rules and requirements for servers to follow. In smaller states or in areas near state borders, it is common for servers to work in multiple states. 

Process servers deliver essential legal documents to defendants and other named parties in lawsuits and other court proceedings. These documents require special handling and delivery, and can’t be simply dropped into the regular mail.

Connecticut does not require servers to be licensed or registered with the state, which means you have to be particularly careful when choosing.

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Process servers deliver crucial legal documents to defendants and parties in lawsuits.

These are some of the rules that Connecticut process servers have to follow: 

  • Process must be directed to a sheriff, deputy, constable, or other authorized officer. 
  • Civil process must be served at least 12 days before the court date for Superior Court cases. This gives defendants adequate time to respond.
  • Supreme Court cases must be served at least 30 days before the court date. 
  • Process must be returned to the clerk at least 6 days before the return day. This ensures proper filing and court preparation.
  • Service can be made by reading the summons to the defendant or leaving an attested copy at their usual place of residence. This allows for different service approaches.
  • For private corporations, service can be made on various officers or agents. This ensures corporations can be properly served even if specific individuals are unavailable.
  • Subpoenas must be served at least 18 hours before the designated appearance time, unless otherwise ordered by the court. This gives witnesses reasonable notice to appear.

Professions that use process servers

Lawyers hire more process servers than any other profession, but that doesn’t mean lawyers are the only people who need to use process servers. 

Process servers, whether officers of the law or independent contractors, play a crucial role in the US legal system. They deliver court orders, demands, legal notices, and subpoenas to individuals or entities, in compliance with state laws and procedures. 

  • Individual citizens can use a process server to deliver notifications for small claims, family court proceedings, inheritance issues, and other private legal cases. 
  • Private businesses often use process servers to make sure that documents related to contract issues, corporate disputes, intellectual property claims, and other commercial matters are properly served. 
  • Government agencies often depend on process servers when they need to execute legally mandated actions, including evictions, tax obligations, court orders, and other required governmental directives.
  • Insurance companies will sometimes use process servers to notify relevant parties about claims, discrepancies, cancellations, rights to recovery, and other insurance-related issues. 
  • Debt collection companies frequently rely on process servers to deliver payment demands. They may also use servers to notify debtors of wage garnishment orders, case filings, and other actions related to unpaid debts. 
  • Property management firms will hire process servers to communicate with tenants in a  formal manner, especially if they are notifying them of eviction, lease violations, overdue rent, and other legal notices. 
  • Private investigators will sometimes serve as process servers themselves, or they will collaborate with other servers to compel targets to produce documents in response to a summons, including providing records, information, witness testimonies, and other evidence. 

Why should Connecticut attorneys choose Firefly Legal?

Turn to Firefly Legal for your process serving needs: 

  • Nationwide service of process 
  • An online client portal
  • Affidavits and court documents
  • Electronic copies of all documents 
  • Support team ready to answer your questions
  • Due diligence preparation
  • Digital invoices

In addition to service of process, our additional legal services include: 

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At Firefly Legal, we understand that successful legal cases are built upon careful attention to detail and proper legal notification. Without good service of process, your cases get delayed – and they get messy.

Our process servers provide flawless delivery of service, each and every time. Our nationwide servers stay up to date with changing laws, policies, and industry standards, all while providing exceptional professional service to our clients. 

If you need a process server in Connecticut, reach out to us or submit a request through our online form. We are happy to discuss your needs, our prices, and the perfect match for your service of process work in Connecticut and beyond.

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Frequently Asked Questions

For individuals who are difficult to find, Firefly Legal provides professional skip tracing services. Using advanced technology and investigative techniques, we locate evasive defendants and ensure legal documents are served properly and on time.

In Connecticut, process servers are generally law enforcement officers such as sheriffs and constables. However, neutral third parties or “indifferent persons” can serve in specific circumstances, such as when defendants reside in different counties. Firefly Legal ensures that these unique rules are followed properly.

When you hire Firefly Legal’s process servers, you can expect quick, accurate, and professional service. Our servers utilize GPS tracking, real-time updates, and a proprietary mobile app to ensure every case progresses smoothly. We keep you informed every step of the way, providing detailed reports and affidavits after the documents are served.

Firefly Legal aims to attempt service within 48 hours of receiving the documents. Our process servers prioritize efficiency while maintaining accuracy, ensuring that legal documents are served promptly to avoid any delays in your case.

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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