Evictions can be one of the most challenging aspects of property management. From legal intricacies to delicate tenant communications, navigating through the eviction process requires careful planning and adherence to local laws and regulations.

In Oregon, if your claim is $10,000 or less, you may want to consider filing your claim in either the Small Claims court or as a Small Claim & Notice of Small Claim in the civil division of the Circuit Court. Your filing fee will be much less ($57-$102 vs. upwards of $500) and the length of time to trial is also compressed. But you are not allowed to bring an attorney with you to court.

This case study chronicles the successful pursuit of personal service for a domestic violence protective order on an individual who evaded service.

When it comes to service of process in Oregon, there are several laws and statutes that govern the procedures of various types of documents and proceedings. This is why it’s important to work with a process server who cares about training and professional development. You don’t want your case to fall apart because the process server didn’t follow the rules.

Choosing a process service company based solely on cost, is NOT recommended. But as you consider choosing a vendor, it can be helpful to understand what goes into the pricing of your fees.

When your legal documents MUST be served personally (no sub-service or alternative service) what are your options?