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Process Service in NYC

With an endless skyline of hard-to-access buildings and a massive population with busy schedules, process service in NYC has its share of unique challenges. As such, using a professional who understands both the legal rules and the city itself is the best strategy for making sure your paperwork is delivered properly and on time.

At One Source Process, we leverage our local expertise to make service of process in NYC efficient, fast, and lawful, no matter how complex the situation.

Routine
$125
  • 1st attempt within 5 business days
  • Up to 3 attempts made within 7–10 business days
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Rush
$175
  • 1st attempt within 72 hours
  • Up to 3 attempts made in 3-5 business days
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Same Day
$225+
  • 1st attempt same day
    (or next, depending on submission time and server availability)
  • Up to 3 attempts in 3 days
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  • Additional mileage may be incurred for rural or outside of city limits locations.

  • +$50 pro se administrative surcharge per service address, when applicable.

  • Significant discounts for volume accounts. Please contact us at info@onesourceprocess.com to inquire.

  • Stay informed with timely updates and service details via our online portal.  

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How NYC Process Service Works

NYC process service goes beyond just simply delivering documents, as it’s a legal procedure established to ensure the recipient’s rights are upheld by properly notifying them of legal proceedings. The rules for serving legal papers in NYC are principally governed by the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR). This includes:

  • Acceptable methods of service, such as personal and substituted service
  • Applicable deadlines for service
  • Requirements for proof of service

Our New York process servers fully understand these rules, deadlines, and requirements to maintain compliance from start to finish. This includes an NYC affidavit of service, which is a critical record documenting how service was completed.

NYC Process Service
Apply online
Once we have received your application, we will respond with an email confirmation the same day. If you submit a Rush order, we will respond to you immediately.
Have your documents served
One of our highly trained professional servers will attempt to serve your document(s) as instructed by your Job Order.
Receive your affidavit
Once Your document(s) have been served. We will send you an Affidavit of Service!

Types of Requests We Service

Real Estate
  • Foreclosure documents
  • Eviction Notices / 30 Day Notice to
    Correct or Vacate
  • Landlord & Tenant documents
  • Bank levies
  • Wage garnishments
Family Law
  • Divorce papers
  • Paternity determination
  • Child support
  • Custody
  • Visitation papers
Government
  • Local & Federal government
    courts
  • City municipalities
  • Government agencies
  • Police departments
  • Jails & detention facilities
General Civil Litigation
  • Summons & Complaints
  • Restraining orders

Our Certifications & Partners

We proudly showcase our certifications and partnerships, reflecting our dedication to quality and collaborative excellence.

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NYC Courts and Service of Process Rules

In New York, the CPLR sets the rules for how legal papers must be delivered. However, depending on the court where the case is being heard, filing requirements, document types, and procedures can differ. Our professionals know how to navigate these so that service is carried out in line with both.

Courts We Serve Across the Five Boroughs

We possess an intricate knowledge of the rules and procedures of various courts across all five boroughs, from Manhattan to Staten Island. Whether it is a small claims action or a family law matter, our local experts ensure proper procedures are followed, regardless of the case or jurisdiction.

Service Methods Under NY CPLR §308

NY CPLR § 308 outlines New York service of process rules for which methods of service are legally acceptable. However, just because a method is permitted doesn’t automatically mean it’s valid in every scenario. Here’s what the law allows:

  • Personal service
  • Delivery to a person of suitable age and discretion plus mailing
  • Service to a designated authorized agent
  • Nail and mail (if service can’t be completed after due diligence has been made)
  • Alternative methods (if court-authorized)

Why Your NYC Process Server Must Be Licensed

The Big Apple has strict licensing requirements, and process servers who serve five or more times in a calendar year generally must hold a DCWP license. The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues these licenses. At One Source Process, you can work with an experienced licensed process server in NYC who meets the applicable local requirements.

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Difficult and Special Service Requests in NYC

Not every process serving case in NYC is going to be straightforward. From recipients actively trying to avoid service to buildings with restricted access, our experts know how to handle difficult scenarios quickly while remaining legally sound.

Recipients Who Avoid Service

In some cases, the recipient will take measures to avoid being served, such as not answering the door or changing their routine. Trained professionals use strategies such as multiple attempts at different locations to track down recipients who avoid service while maintaining compliance and due diligence.

Doorman and Secured Access Buildings

New York is famous for its skyscrapers, many of which have doormen or secured access. To address this, our experts use strategic timing, multiple attempts, and other contact methods to serve recipients without violating NYC service-of-process requirements.

Incorrect or Outdated Addresses

In New York City, people often move, so the address provided may be outdated or incorrect. Our professional process servers use sophisticated techniques to serve someone without an address, such as investigating records and skip tracing to lawfully find the correct address.

Skip Tracing Services

At One Source Process, we offer the best in specialized skip tracing services. Our highly trained team excels at researching all available information to locate a recipient with no address or who is difficult to locate.

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Process Service Across NYC Neighborhoods

Each New York City neighborhood presents its own logistical challenges, and we understand the practical realities of serving legal papers in NYC across all five boroughs.

Manhattan

Manhattan is the Big Apple’s most densely populated borough, with many high-rise buildings that have restricted access, doormen, and limited parking. For process service in Nolita, our team researches buildings in advance, maintains records of each attempt, and plans around access restrictions to keep service on schedule.

Brooklyn

Brooklyn covers a much larger area than Manhattan. Our Brooklyn process servers use local knowledge to account for longer travel distances and coordinate service efficiently across the borough.

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Why Choose Us for Process Service in NYC

When it comes to legal process servers in NYC, we offer more than just delivery of legal papers; we offer precision, speed, and reliability. Our licensed servers are backed by unmatched local knowledge, which equips us to handle difficult-to-find recipients, challenging buildings, and time-sensitive cases like no other. Combined with our careful attention to legal requirements, cutting-edge technology and strategies, and clear communication, we provide peace of mind by reducing the risk of improper service.

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Start Your NYC Process Service Request

Ready to get your legal papers served by New York’s most reputable and experienced professionals? Contact One Source Process today, start your NYC process service request, and let us handle the rest.

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Our CEO Brandon Yoshimura and Director of Operations Danny Koo.

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    CEO Brandon Yoshimura (left) and Director of Operations Danny Koo (right) outside of our office in Washington, DC.