Service of Process Isn't Always Easy

Mutrux Firm Injury Lawyers Podcast

In this episode, Tyson Mutrux discusses the process of serving legal documents to defendants in a lawsuit. He explains that service of process involves delivering a copy of the lawsuit and summons to the defendant, whether it's an individual or a corporation. Tyson shares a story about the challenges of serving a defendant who lives in a van and travels frequently. After almost four years of trying to serve the defendant, they finally succeeded by attending meetings for an event she was organizing. Tyson emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the face of difficulties in the legal process.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Service of Process

02:00 Challenges of Serving a Defendant Who Travels

04:24 Success in Serving the Defendant

05:23 The Frustration of Dealing with an Unconcerned Defendant

05:53 Importance of Perseverance in the Legal Process

Takeaways

• Service of process involves delivering legal documents to defendants in a lawsuit.
• Serving a defendant who is constantly on the move can be challenging and time-consuming.
• Perseverance is crucial in the legal process, especially when it comes to serving difficult defendants.
• The cost of serving a defendant can vary significantly depending on the circumstances.

Sound Bites

• "We have been trying to serve a defendant for over four, or almost four years."
• "I've got some paperwork for you and you've been served."
• "She just didn't care."

Keywords

service of process, serving legal documents, lawsuit, summons, defendant, registered agent, challenges, perseverance