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Why Hire a Professional Process Server?

Discover the advantages of using a professional process server over sheriff service for your legal document delivery.

Benefits of Professional Process Serving

Faster Service

Sheriff's departments are often backlogged with criminal matters and other duties. Private process servers prioritize your documents and can typically complete service much faster.

Dedicated Attention

Your case gets personalized attention. We track service attempts, communicate progress, and work diligently to locate and serve defendants.

Flexible Hours

We serve documents during evenings, weekends, and holidays when defendants are most likely to be home—times when sheriff's offices typically don't operate.

Skip Tracing

When defendants move or hide, we have resources to locate them. Sheriff's departments typically return papers "unable to serve" without further effort.

Better Communication

Direct communication with your process server. Get real-time updates on service attempts and quick responses to your questions.

Specialized Expertise

Process serving is our primary focus. We understand the legal requirements and best practices for effective service of process.

Process Server vs. Sheriff: A Comparison

FeatureSheriffProcess Server
Typical Turnaround2-4 weeks3-5 days
Evening/Weekend ServiceLimited or noneAvailable
Rush Service AvailableRarelyYes
Skip TracingNot offeredAvailable
Status UpdatesMinimalRegular communication
Multiple Attempts1-3 attemptsAs needed

When You Should Use a Process Server

  • Time-sensitive legal matters
  • Defendants who are difficult to locate
  • Service needed during non-business hours
  • Multiple attempts may be needed
  • Regular status updates required
  • High-volume service needs

Why Choose Ray Cooke?

As a certified Connecticut Constable, Ray brings both the authority of a proper officer and the dedication of a professional process server.

  • Constable authority
  • Personal, dedicated service
  • NAPPS member
  • Fully insured & bonded

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us today for fast, reliable process serving in Connecticut.