United States Process Serving Corp provides professional and reliable process serving across Delaware. Our network of experienced process servers ensures your legal documents are delivered promptly and in compliance with the Delaware Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 4, and the Delaware Code, Title 10.
Delaware Process Serving Laws
Under Delaware Superior Court Civil Rule 4(c), service of process shall be made by the sheriff or by some person specially appointed by the court for that purpose. A subpoena may be served by any person who is not a party and who is at least 18 years of age. Delaware does not have a single statewide licensing requirement for process servers, but several courts — including the Court of Chancery, the Court of Common Pleas, and the Justice of the Peace Courts — require registration for individuals seeking designation as a special process server. Special process server applicants must be at least 21 years of age and maintain Delaware residency. Designations are valid for one year and may be revoked by the court. Service of the summons and complaint must be completed within 120 days of filing the case. Delaware is a major state of incorporation, and service on corporations may be made upon the company’s registered agent or, if none exists, upon the Delaware Secretary of State under Title 8, § 321 of the Delaware Code.
Delaware Legal Resource Centre
Serving documents in Delaware requires compliance with the Delaware Rules of Civil Procedure and the Delaware Code, Title 10. Below are answers to common questions regarding service of process in this state.
Frequently Asked Questions (Delaware)
What is the Small Claims limit in Delaware?
The Small Claims limit in Delaware is $25,000 — the highest in the United States — under Del. Code tit. 10, § 9301. Small claims cases are heard in the Justice of the Peace Court. Attorneys are permitted to represent parties. Jury trials are not available except in landlord-tenant summary possession actions. In debt or trespass claims, the defendant must file a written answer within 15 days of receiving service to avoid a default judgment. Appeals must be filed within 15 days of the date the judge signs the judgment.
Who can serve process in Delaware?
Under Delaware Superior Court Civil Rule 4(c), service of process shall be made by the sheriff or by a person specially appointed by the court. Subpoenas may be served by any person who is at least 18 years old and not a party to the case. Several Delaware courts require individuals to register as special process servers before serving process. Special process server applicants must be at least 21 years of age and a Delaware resident. Service must be completed within 120 days of filing the complaint.
What are the rules for substitute service in Delaware?
Under Delaware Superior Court Civil Rule 4(e), if personal service cannot be made, copies of the summons, complaint, and affidavit may be left at the individual’s dwelling house or usual place of abode with some person of suitable age and discretion then residing therein. Documents may also be delivered to an agent authorized by appointment or by law to receive service of process. For corporations, service may be made upon an officer, a managing or general agent, or a registered agent authorized by law to receive service.
Comprehensive Services in Delaware
We offer a full suite of legal support services across Delaware, including:
- Professional process serving for all document types
- Court filing and document retrieval
- Skip tracing and locate services
- Rush and same-day service (where available)
- Sworn Affidavit of Service for every serve
Coverage Area
Our Delaware network covers the entire state, including Wilmington, Dover, and Newark, as well as communities throughout Delaware’s three counties: New Castle, Kent, and Sussex.
All Delaware Locations (A-Z)
Click on a city below to connect with our local process server:
- Dover Process Servers — Serving Kent County
- Georgetown Process Servers — Serving Sussex County
- Hockessin Process Servers — Serving New Castle County
- New Castle Process Servers — Serving New Castle County
- Wilmington Process Servers — Serving New Castle County
Do you offer rush service in Delaware?
Yes, same-day and next-day rush service is often available throughout Delaware. We recommend calling or emailing us first to confirm availability so we can prioritize your file immediately.
Contact Information
United States Process Serving Corp
Phone: 1-800-465-7378
Website: www.unitedstatesprocessserving.com