How do you serve someone in Illinois?

How do you serve someone in Illinois?

Anyone 18 years of age or older who is not a party in the lawsuit can serve a defendant, but the plaintiff must first ask the judge for permission. They must file a Motion for Appointment of Special Process Server. In the motion , they must tell the judge the name of the person who will serve the defendant.

How many attempts are made to serve papers?

The process server will make 3 (three) attempts at serving your documents. What happens after the 3rd attempt?

What if a process server can’t find you?

In some jurisdictions, if the person cannot be found it is admissible to place a notice in the newspaper. For this to be considered acceptable, it must be demonstrated that all other options have been used, and that every attempt has been made to serve the legal papers personally.

Why would a process server leave a card?

Leaving a missed-delivery door hanger This card notifies the person that there is a delivery waiting for them and that they need to contact the delivery person (the process server).

Do you get a phone call before being served?

Process servers do not usually call ahead of time since this gives people time to avoid being served court papers. A process server will never ask for any money. They do not collect money owed for divorce cases, child support, or any other legal reason (especially via a wire transfer).

Can a process server come to your job?

There is no limit to the number of times a process server can visit you or come to your house to serve you. Once the papers have not been delivered and you have not acknowledged the receipt of the documents that you are served with.