Served, documented, and filed on time

We vary the times and days of attempts, since someone dodging a morning knock is often home on a Sunday evening. If three attempts fail we document each one in detail and can provide a declaration of due diligence supporting a motion for alternative service by mail or posting. Many judges grant it on the strength of a well documented attempt log.

Standard service makes three attempts within five business days. Rush puts a server on it within twenty four hours, and same day service is attempted the same business day if we receive documents before one in the afternoon. Rural addresses outside the central Puget Sound corridor may add a day for travel.

We cover King, Snohomish, Pierce, Kitsap, and Thurston directly with our own servers. Anywhere else in Washington we assign through a vetted network of registered servers and manage the job and paperwork ourselves, so you still get one point of contact and one affidavit format.

The documents to be served, the name and last known address of the person, and any details that help, such as a vehicle, a work schedule, or a physical description. Photos help more than people expect. If the address is questionable, order the skip trace up front rather than paying for three attempts at an empty house.