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Farrell Fritz, P.C.

If the Service Was Poor, You’ll Have to Do More – How Much Diligence Is Due for Affix and Mail Service?

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The burden of establishing personal jurisdiction over a defendant rests with the plaintiff. Service of process is a necessary component of jurisdiction, and it is not complete until proof of service is filed. Ordinarily,...more

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Court Has Mercy, Allows Untimely Proof of Service

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In law, as in life, mistakes happen. Some are irreparable: Statute of repose expired? Too much denim? In these circumstances, the law affords the court no discretion for mercy....more

Carlton Fields

Family Law: Corporate and Trust Challenges to Service of Process and Jurisdiction

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The president of a corporation, manager of a limited liability company, trustee of a family trust, or principal of another business entity receives a summons in a Florida divorce case. One spouse contends the other’s control,...more

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