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Frequently Asked Questions — Golden Process Service
Golden Process Service has compiled answers to the most common questions we receive from attorneys, paralegals, and pro-se litigants across Florida. Whether you need to understand how process serving works, what Golden Process Service charges, or how to handle a difficult serve, you will find clear answers below. If your question is not listed, call Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 or email service@goldenprocess.com for personalized assistance.
Answered by Mikhael Goldgisser, Owner of Golden Process Service. With years of experience leading Golden Process Service since 2018, Mikhael provides authoritative answers grounded in Florida law and real-world process serving experience.
General Questions About Process Serving
What is process serving?
Process serving is the legal delivery of court documents—such as summons, complaints, subpoenas, and eviction notices—to a party involved in a legal proceeding. The purpose is to provide formal notice of the action so the recipient can respond. Golden Process Service ensures every serve complies with Florida Statute Chapter 48 so your case moves forward without delays. Call Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 to get started.
Who can legally serve process in Florida?
Under Florida law, process may be served by a county sheriff or a certified process server appointed by the chief judge of the circuit. Golden Process Service employs only certified, background-checked process servers across all 67 Florida counties. Learn more about Florida process serving on our statewide page.
How long does process service take with Golden Process Service?
Golden Process Service typically completes standard service within 3–5 business days. Rush and same-day options are available in most areas. Call Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 for time-sensitive serves.
Pricing & What’s Included
How much does process service cost with Golden Process Service?
Standard process service with Golden Process Service starts at competitive flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees. The cost depends on the type of document, location, and urgency. Contact Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 or email service@goldenprocess.com for a free, no-obligation quote.
What is included in the process service fee from Golden Process Service?
Golden Process Service includes up to three service attempts at varying times (including evenings and weekends), GPS-verified proof of service, real-time status updates, and a completed affidavit of service filed with the court. Rush fees and mileage surcharges apply in select situations. Request a detailed quote for your specific needs.
Does Golden Process Service offer pricing for pro-se litigants?
Yes. Golden Process Service works with both attorneys and pro-se (self-represented) litigants at the same competitive rates. Our team guides pro-se clients through the process step by step, explaining requirements and timelines. Call Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 for assistance.
Services Offered by Golden Process Service
Does Golden Process Service offer skip tracing?
Yes. Golden Process Service provides professional skip tracing to locate hard-to-find individuals using advanced databases and investigative methods. Skip tracing can be added to any service order. Contact Golden Process Service to add skip tracing to your serve.
Can Golden Process Service handle eviction notices?
Absolutely. Golden Process Service serves and posts all types of Florida eviction notices, including 3-day, 7-day, and 15-day notices, as well as writs of possession. We work with property managers, landlords, and attorneys across Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, and all Florida counties. Contact Golden Process Service to begin the eviction process.
Does Golden Process Service serve subpoenas?
Yes. Golden Process Service serves witness subpoenas, subpoenas duces tecum, and deposition subpoenas throughout Florida and nationwide. We ensure timely subpoena service so your deposition or trial proceeds on schedule.
Does Golden Process Service offer notary services?
Yes. Golden Process Service provides mobile notary services in South Florida and can coordinate notary needs statewide. Contact Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 to schedule a notary appointment.
Can Golden Process Service file documents with the court?
Yes. Golden Process Service offers court filing services as a convenience for attorneys and pro-se litigants. We can file documents in person at Florida courthouses on your behalf. Call (888) 766-7497 for details and courthouse-specific information.
Registered Agent Service
Can Golden Process Service serve documents on CT Corporation, Corporate Creations, or CSC?
Yes. Golden Process Service regularly serves documents on registered agents including CT Corporation, Corporate Creations, CSC Global, and others at their Florida office locations. We know the specific acceptance procedures, office hours, and requirements for each registered agent, which helps avoid rejected serves. Golden Process Service handles registered agent serves across all of Florida.
Coverage & How to Send Work
What areas does Golden Process Service cover?
Golden Process Service covers all 67 Florida counties with offices in Plantation (Broward County) and North Palm Beach (Palm Beach County). Our heaviest coverage areas include Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties, but we serve the entire state.
Does Golden Process Service handle nationwide service?
Yes. While headquartered in Florida, Golden Process Service coordinates process serving in all 50 states through our nationwide network of affiliated servers. Call Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 for out-of-state service.
How do I send documents to Golden Process Service?
You can email documents to service@goldenprocess.com, upload them through our online portal, fax them, or drop them at either Golden Process Service office. We accept work 24/7 via email and portal. Visit our contact page for all submission options.
Legal Questions About Service of Process
What happens if the person cannot be served?
If Golden Process Service is unable to complete personal service after diligent attempts, we provide a detailed Non-Service Report documenting every attempt with dates, times, and GPS coordinates. Your attorney can then petition the court for alternative service methods such as substitute service or constructive service (service by publication). Golden Process Service can assist with coordinating these alternative methods.
What is an Affidavit of Diligent Search and Inquiry?
An Affidavit of Diligent Search and Inquiry is a sworn document filed with the court when a party cannot be located for service. It details the steps taken to find the individual, including database searches, address verification, and field visits. Golden Process Service can assist with preparing the supporting documentation for this affidavit. Contact Golden Process Service at (888) 766-7497 if you are dealing with an evasive respondent.
What is substitute service and when is it used in Florida?
Substitute service allows documents to be left with a person of suitable age and discretion at the respondent’s usual place of abode, followed by mailing a copy. Under Florida Statute Chapter 48, substitute service is permitted when personal service cannot be achieved. Golden Process Service follows all statutory requirements for valid substitute service, ensuring your serve holds up in court.
Can't Find the Defendant?
Golden Process Service locates evasive parties and prepares Affidavits of Diligent Search for service by publication.
Faq — What Sets Golden Process Service Apart
Golden Process Service has handled faq for Florida attorneys, paralegals and corporate legal departments since 2018. What separates competent faq from the kind that gets challenged is not speed — it is the affidavit. Ours names the date, time, address, method and person served, every time, because that document is the only part of this work a judge ever reads.
Service of process in Florida runs under Chapter 48, Florida Statutes, which sets out who may serve, how personal and substitute service work, and what a return has to state. Golden Process Service uses certified servers appointed in the circuits we work, and we are members of both FAPPS and NAPPS.
Every faq job is dispatched the same business day it arrives, tracked attempt by attempt, and covered by flat-rate pricing published on our rates page. If the party cannot be found, in-house skip tracing takes over before more of your budget goes into attempts. See our service locations for city and county coverage, or contact Golden Process Service to talk through a specific matter.
Still Have Questions? Golden Process Service Is Here to Help
Golden Process Service • Est. 2018 • FAPPS & NAPPS Member
Plantation HQ: 9715 W Broward Blvd, Ste 322, Plantation, FL 33324
Palm Beach Office: 378 Northlake Blvd, Ste 405, North Palm Beach, FL 33408
Phone: (888) 766-7497 • Email: service@goldenprocess.com