How to Serve a Small Claims Defendant

[xzbit]

My question involves small claims court in the state of: Texas (Dallas)

Amount: $5250

A shady recruiter owes me money since September 2011. He has made several promises to return my money but hasn't done it, so I've decided to sue in small claims court.

I have his office and home address. Will I still face a problem serving him the court documents. Should I first try the certified mail route or directly go for a professional serving agency.

I have a copy of the check that has the amount and account details on it and some email conversations we had about the $5250 "fee" that I paid him.

Any kind of advice would be appreciated.

Thanks!

[AZDeputyClerk]

You certainly could try the certified mail route first if you have time. If he or his agent signs for the letter, that should probably suffice as proof of service under the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. If that fails, then you can go to the next step and pay the Constable/Sheriff/Private Process Server to serve them. Certified Mail is much less expensive than paying the Constable/Sheriff/Private Process Server.

[Dogmatique]

From another forum:

more info here

[xzbit]

You certainly could try the certified mail route first if you have time. If he or his agent signs for the letter, that should probably suffice as proof of service under the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure. If that fails, then you can go to the next step and pay the Constable/Sheriff/Private Process Server to serve them. Certified Mail is much less expensive than paying the Constable/Sheriff/Private Process Server.

Thank you, this helps!