What Are One Legal’s Service Levels for Service of Process?

Understanding the timelines and options available for every serve

Real-Time Updates and Oversight

  • All servers use the One Legal mobile app to log attempts and results immediately
  • Real-time updates are visible in your account
  • Our dedicated team monitors every serve for timeliness and compliance
 

Standard Service

  • Maximum timeframe: First attempt within 7 days; all attempts and affidavit within 21 days
  • Average performance: First attempt in under 3 days; completion in under 10 days
  • Details: Up to four diligent attempts (morning, day, evening, weekend as needed)

Rush Service

  • Maximum timeframe: First attempt within 1 day; all attempts and affidavit within 7 days
  • Average performance: First attempt within 24 hours; completion in 3–5 days
  • Details: Attempts can occur daily, including weekends, to complete service quickly

Registered Agent Service

  • Maximum timeframe: Next business day
  • Average performance: Same- or next-day completion
  • Details: Predictable, efficient service at major registered agent offices (CT, CSC, LegalZoom, and others)

Posting Service

  • Maximum timeframe: Posting completed within 48 hours; affidavit filed within 3 days
  • Average performance: Posting within 24 hours
  • Details: Single attempt followed by posting, with mailing handled by One Legal

Mailed Service

  • Maximum timeframe: Documents mailed within 1 business day; monitored for 21 days
  • Average performance: Same-day mailing
  • Details: Includes Notice and Acknowledgment of Receipt and affidavit preparation

International Service

  • Maximum timeframe: Varies by country and method (often several weeks or months)
  • Average performance: Faster where Hague Service Convention or local agents are available
  • Details: One Legal coordinates requirements, formatting, and timelines for compliant international service