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MAINE PROCESS SERVERS
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Upload Documents
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FEE SCHEDULE FOR MAINE SERVICE OF PROCESS
Note: The Court of Juridiction dictates the amount of time or the life of the court documents. Some jurisdictions, like the District of Columbia grant the process servers up to 180 days to serve a paper. We are an agency that follow the instructions of the court.
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Serving court documents anywhere in Maine
130.00 to 150.00
3 attempts made with 5 7 days
60.00
Additional to standard cost, with 3 attempts, first attempt with in 48 hours
210.00
Total cost with 3 attempts, first attempt made same day.
QUALITY OF SERVICES
By Hiring Our Trained Process Servers Online You Get Fast And Easy Delivery Of Your Affidavits, Subpoena, Or Summons
With our commitment to excellence and cost-effectiveness, Maine Court Process Servers strive to provide the highest level of service at competitive rates. When you choose our professional process servers in Maine, you can trust that your legal documents are in capable hands, ensuring a smooth and successful process.Â
Use Our Highly Trained & Experienced Professional Process Servers For The Best Service of Process
Our Maine Process Servers are a national process serving company under Constable Court Services that has a 96% success rate with executing service of process within Virginia. This task making us the premier choice for serving documents nationwide. Note: Weather effects the mission with service of process in Maine.
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Our affordable process servers in Maine are your greatest investment because we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service that offers the best buy for your money. We understand the importance of efficient and reliable delivery of legal documents, and our expert process servers in Maine are dedicated to ensuring that every document is served accurately and promptly. Â
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KEY REQUIREMENTS TO ENSURING PROPER SERVICE OF PROCESS IN MAINE
Who Can Serve Process
- Qualified Individuals: In Maine, process can be served by a sheriff or a deputy within their county, or by any person not a party to the action who is at least 18 years of age.
- Process Servers: Maine also allows for process servers who are licensed and authorized to serve legal documents.
Methods of Service
- Personal Service: Delivering the documents directly to the individual or entity being served.
- Service at the Dwelling or Usual Place of Abode: Leaving the documents with someone of suitable age and discretion residing at the individual’s usual place of abode.
- Service on an Agent: Delivering documents to an authorized agent or representative.
- Service by Mail: In some cases, service may be effected by mailing the documents via certified mail, return receipt requested, or by first-class mail with a request for an acknowledgment.
- Service by Publication: When the defendant cannot be located through reasonable efforts, the court may allow service by publishing a notice in a designated newspaper.
Time Limits
- Prompt Service: Maine rules require that service of process be accomplished within a reasonable time after filing the complaint. The specific timeframe can be determined by the court but generally should be within 90 days of filing the complaint.
Proof of Service
- Affidavit of Service: After serving the documents, the server must complete an affidavit of service detailing the time, date, manner of service, and identity of the person served.
- Filing Proof of Service: This affidavit must be filed with the court to show that service has been properly executed.
Special Considerations
- Service on Corporations: Service on a corporation can be made by delivering the documents to an officer, a managing or general agent, or any other agent authorized by appointment or by law to receive service of process.
- Service on the State or State Agencies: Involves serving the attorney general or an assistant attorney general.
Alternative Service
- Court Permission: If traditional methods of service are impractical, a party can request the court’s permission to use an alternative method, which may include electronic means or other methods reasonably calculated to give actual notice.
Compliance with Rules
- Maine Rules of Civil Procedure: Ensure that all service of process complies with the relevant rules and statutes, primarily outlined in the Maine Rules of Civil Procedure, particularly Rule 4.
Conclusion
Proper service of process in Maine is a critical step in initiating legal proceedings and ensuring that the court can exercise jurisdiction over the parties involved. Adherence to these requirements helps to maintain the integrity of the legal process and ensures that all parties receive proper notice of the action. Failure to follow these procedures can result in delays, dismissal of the case, or other legal consequences.
Regional Office
Bangor, ME
(888) 364-7774
Maine Process Server Laws
Popular Cities in Maine
- Portland
- Bangor
- Augusta
- Biddeford
- Camden
LEARN HOW TO GET MORE OUT OF YOUR PROCESS SERVER
DID YOU KNOW
When doing business with Constable Court Services your documents go through a very rigourious 6 step process before your documents are filed with the court and returned to you?
Prepare the Documents: Ensure that all legal documents are properly prepared and contain the necessary information, including the recipient's name and address, details of the case, and the purpose of the service.
Identify the Recipient's Location: Accurately determine the location of the person or party to be served, making sure you have the correct address or contact information.
Choose a Qualified Process Server: Select a qualified and experienced process server who is knowledgeable about the legal requirements in your jurisdiction. per your preference.
Serve the Documents: The process server personally delivers the legal documents to the recipient, ensuring that they understand the significance of the documents.
Complete Proof of Service: After service, the process server fills out and signs a proof of service or affidavit of service form, detailing how and when the documents were served.
File the Proof of Service: The proof of service is filed with the court to officially record that service was completed. This document is essential for the legal proceedings to move forward.
HERE ARE SOME CITIES THAT WE DELIVER SERVICE OF PROCESS IN MAINE
All though we are a statewide service , here some of the more popular places that we deliver service of process
- Portland
- Bangor
- Lewsiton
- South Portland
- Auburn
- Biddeford
- Sanford
- Saco
- Brunswick
- Scarborough
- Westbrook
- Augusta
- Waterville
- Presque Isle
- Brewer
- Old Orchard Beach
- Bath
- Caribou
- Ellsworth
- Rockland
- Farmington
- Orono
- Houlton
- Gorham
- Belfast
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Phone: (888) 364-7774
Fax: (888) 529-0410
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Process servers play a vital role in the legal system by ensuring that individuals receive legal notice and have the opportunity to respond to legal actions. If you are involved in a legal case and need to serve documents, it’s essential to hire a professional and experienced process server to ensure that the service is conducted accurately and in compliance with legal requirements.
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