SERVING LEGAL PAPERS IN DELAWARE, MADE EASY

If you need guidance on how to serve legal papers in Delaware, you've come to the right place. Delmar Process Servers provide efficient and reliable Delaware process service, ensuring your documents are delivered promptly and accurately. Our streamlined process ensures your legal papers are served effectively and in accordance with Delaware law. Here's how it works:

1. Issuing Delaware Process Service
To begin an action in Delaware, the Clerk of Court issues and delivers the praecipe to the designated sheriff or a person nominated by the Court. Delaware process service can only be issued after the Clerk of Court signs and seals the application form with their official seal. Upon request, additional Delaware process service can be issued against defendants mentioned in the praecipe.

2. Serving Writs
To obtain a mesne writ of attachment, the plaintiff must file an affidavit with the necessary facts as required by the applicable statute. The affidavit should also include the defendant's last known address or a statement indicating that the address is unknown despite diligent efforts. The plaintiff must post a bond approved by the court to guarantee payment of costs and damages if the lawsuit does not succeed.

3. Foreign Attachment Writs
A writ of foreign attachment can be issued against non-residents, non-resident or resident parties, or foreign businesses. The Clerk of the Court must publish a copy of the writ in a newspaper of public circulation within twenty days in the county where the writ is issued. Certified copies of the complaint, affidavit, writ, and return must also be sent to nonresident defendants.

4. Serving Writs in Delaware
Delaware process service is carried out by the directed sheriff, deputy sheriff, or a person appointed by the Court. The Delaware process service, complaint, and affidavits must be served together. The Prothonotary provides the necessary copies to the person responsible for Delaware process service.

5. Serving Legal Papers on Attorneys
Unless directed by the Court, legal papers should be served on parties represented by an attorney. The documents must be delivered or sent to the attorney's last known address or the Clerk of the Court if the address is unknown. Specific rules apply for different scenarios, such as leaving papers at the attorney's office or residence.

6. Serving Subpoenas in Delaware
A person over eighteen and not involved in the case can serve a subpoena in Delaware. Proof of service must be certified and filed with the county's Prothonotary, including the date, method, and names of those served. Different types of documents require specific service procedures, as determined by the Delaware Process Service Rules.

7. Domesticating Out-of-State Subpoenas
When issuing an out-of-state subpoena in Delaware, the foreign subpoena must be presented to the clerk of the court in the county where the discovery will take place. The clerk then issues a summons in accordance with the court's process. It's important to ensure the appropriate terminology and contact information is included in subpoenas for foreign defendants.

Our Simplified Process
At Delmar Process Servers, we've simplified the process of serving legal papers in Delaware. You can conveniently fax, email, mail, or drop off your documents at any of our locations. Pre-payment is required, and we accept all major credit and debit cards. Once your payment is processed, you'll receive an immediate sales receipt via email for your records.

For drop-offs, please call and make an appointment to be added to our building security list, granting you access to our office. Ensure your documents are in a sealed envelope with payment in the form of a money order or attorney check payable to DelMar Process Servers LLC. Please note that we do not accept cash. Our friendly receptionist will receive your documents and handle them with care.

Trust Delmar Process Servers to handle your Delaware process service needs efficiently and professionally. If you require assistance with the delivery of legal papers in Delaware, you can conveniently reach us by phone at (302) 306-2508. Alternatively, you may choose to avail our services by clicking the appropriate option on our website. Our proficient and dedicated team of professionals is readily available to provide the necessary support. We possess the expertise to handle all your process service requirements, regardless of their magnitude.

For further details about our process serving agency, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. Our extensive reach allows us to offer service of process to clients worldwide.  We are well-equipped to fulfill your needs.