Question 1

Do I need a Process Server to serve court documents?

Accepted Answer

Not always. Some documents can be served by post or other methods, whilst others require personal service by a Process Server. If you are unsure of the requirements in your case, contact us and we will be happy to discuss the options available. We do not provide legal advice but can explain the process of serving documents and then benefits of serving by Process Server rather than relying to postal service.

Question 2

Do I need to provide the respondent's date of birth?

Accepted Answer

No. However, any additional information you can provide may assist our Process Server. Useful information can include a date of birth, telephone number, vehicle details, photograph, place of work or details of the respondent's routine.

Question 3

What happens if service cannot be completed?

Accepted Answer

If we are unable to effect service, we will provide details of the attendances made and the information obtained. Depending on the circumstances, further enquiries, additional visits or an application for substituted service could be considered. We suggest you seek legal advice when usnure on the best course of action.

Question 4

Can you serve documents on a company?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our Process Servers regularly serve documents on limited companies, partnerships and other organisations. Service can often be effected at a registered office, trading address or upon a suitable representative, depending on the circumstances.

Question 5

Can you provide an Affidavit of Service?

Accepted Answer

es. Where required, we can provide an Affidavit of Service sworn before a Solicitor, Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public. Additional fees may apply.

Question 6

Can you serve papers under Hague Convention Article 10b

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can assist with the service of foreign legal documents in England and Wales pursuant to Article 10(b) of the Hague Service Convention. Instructions must be received through a Solicitor in England and Wales, who acts as the competent person for the purposes of arranging service. Whilst the preferred method of service is often through the Central Authority, this can be a lengthy process. Service via Article 10(b) can provide overseas lawyers and legal professionals with a faster alternative where appropriate. Upon completion, we can provide detailed evidence of service to support the overseas proceedings. We can connect you with a firm of lawyers in the UK, who can assist you with this.

How to Serve a Court Order

Need a Court Order Served? We Make the Process Simple.

This Is How to Serve a Court Order in England and Wales

Serving a Court Order is not always as straightforward as delivering documents to an address. Different court orders may have different service requirements, and in some cases personal service is required. Understanding how, where and when the documents must be served is crucial.

At PB Process Servers UK, we make the process simple. We serve Court Orders and legal documents nationwide on behalf of solicitors, businesses and private individuals. No stress, no delays — just fast, professional and compliant service.

How Do You Serve a Court Order?

The method of service will depend upon the type of Court Order and any directions given by the Court. Common methods of service include:

Personal service on the defendant or respondent

First-class post or other next-day delivery services

Delivery to a permitted address

Document Exchange (DX)

Email or other electronic means where permitted

Alternative methods authorised by the Court

In many cases, the safest option is to instruct an experienced Process Server who understands the requirements of CPR Part 6 and the specific rules that may apply to your case.

Why Use a Process Server?

A professional Process Server helps ensure that Court Orders are served correctly and that valid evidence of service is available if required by the Court.

Using a Process Server offers several advantages:

Independent and impartial proof of service

Knowledge of the rules governing service

Experience dealing with evasive defendants and respondents

Detailed evidence where service is challenged

Reduced risk of delays and costly mistakes

Knowing what steps to take when personal service is unsuccessful can be just as important as knowing how to serve the documents in the first place.

What Happens If Someone Avoids Service?

It is not uncommon for defendants or respondents to avoid service. However, avoiding service does not necessarily prevent legal proceedings from continuing.

Experienced Process Servers are trained to deal with evasive individuals and can provide evidence of attempted service where necessary. This evidence may assist solicitors in applying for substituted service or other directions from the Court.

Where a defendant deliberately avoids service, the Court may still be satisfied that the documents have been properly brought to their attention and may allow the proceedings to continue.

What Proof of Service Will I Receive?

Once the documents have been served, we will provide appropriate proof of service, which may include:

Certificate of Service

Statement of Service

Affidavit of Service

This document confirms when, where and how service took place and can be filed with the Court as evidence of service.

Why Choose PB Process Servers UK?

Fixed-fee process serving

Nationwide coverage

Standard, Priority and Same-Day service options

Experienced Process Servers throughout the UK

Certificate, Statement or Affidavit of Service provided

Trusted by solicitors, law firms, businesses and private individuals since 2002

If you need a Court Order served anywhere in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, simply send us the papers and we'll take care of the rest.