Frequently Asked Questions — OR Process Serving

Standard service in the Portland metro area starts at $75 per serve. Rural counties and rush service may have additional fees. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden charges.

Most serves in the Portland metro and Willamette Valley are completed within 1-3 business days. We make up to 3 attempts at varying times. Rush and same-day service is available in Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties.

Oregon follows ORCP 7 (Oregon Rules of Civil Procedure) for service of process. Papers must be served by someone 18 or older who is not a party to the action. Personal service, office service, substitute service, and service by mail are permitted depending on the document type.

Yes, we cover all 36 Oregon counties from Astoria to Ontario. Our network of experienced servers ensures statewide coverage with local knowledge of every courthouse and community.

If a person actively avoids service, we document all attempts with dates, times, and descriptions. After diligent attempts, we can assist with substitute service or service by publication as allowed under Oregon law (ORCP 7 D).

Yes, we provide a detailed affidavit of service (or declaration of non-service) for every job. Our affidavits include date, time, location, and a description of the person served, meeting all Oregon court requirements.

Oregon does not require a specific state license for process servers. However, all our servers are registered, bonded, and carry professional liability insurance. They are trained in Oregon service rules and court procedures.

Yes, we provide real-time status updates through our online portal. You can see when attempts are made, view GPS-verified locations, and download proof of service documents.

Our highest volume is in Multnomah County (Portland, Gresham), Washington County (Hillsboro, Beaverton), and Clackamas County (Oregon City, Lake Oswego). However, we maintain active servers in every Oregon county.

Yes, we offer same-day and next-day rush service in the greater Portland metro area. Rush service in other areas depends on server availability. Contact us for rush pricing and availability.

You can submit documents through our online portal, email them to us, or drop them off at our Portland office at 1120 NW Couch St Suite 300. We also accept documents via fax and can arrange courier pickup.

We serve all types of legal documents including subpoenas, summons and complaints, eviction notices, restraining orders, divorce papers, writs, garnishments, and any other documents requiring formal service under Oregon law.

Our primary coverage is all 36 Oregon counties. For service in Washington, California, Idaho, or Nevada, we can coordinate with our partner networks. Contact us to discuss interstate service needs.

Under ORCP 7 D(2), substitute service allows papers to be left at a person's dwelling with a person 14 years or older residing there, then followed by mailing a copy. This is permitted when personal service cannot be accomplished after diligent attempts.

Our standard service includes up to 3 attempts at different times of day. If all 3 attempts are unsuccessful, we discuss options with you including additional attempts, stakeout service, skip tracing, or alternative service methods.