What services does 123 Process Server provide in Texas?

Electronic filing is the electronic transfer of legal documents to and from the Court, directly integrating data with the Court's case management system. It permits parties in designated case types to file documents with the Court and also to serve them on opposing parties directly from their computers through approved Electronic Filing Service Providers (EFSPs) like 123efile.com

Do you serve legal documents anywhere in Texas?

Yes. We provide statewide service of process across all 254 Texas counties, including major cities like Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and Fort Worth.

What legal documents do you serve in Texas?

We serve subpoenas, summons, citations, complaints, petitions, writs, TROs, eviction notices, divorce papers, child custody documents, and all civil process recognized under Texas law.

How do I submit a service of process order in Texas?

Our online chat support is available 24/7 to help you with any technical support questions you may have. Concierge Phone support is availabe at 833-693-3453

Can I upload all documents together or must they be separated?

Documents should be filed as you would have at the clerk window. For instance a document that would have been stapled together at filing should be filed as one lead document. Another way to think about it as anything that needs its own file stamp should be filed separately, as a lead document that gets its own separate event code. Multiple documents can be filed together in one envelope but each document to be filed needs its own event code.

Do I have to bookmark my document?

Yes, pursuant to California Rule of Court 3.1110(f) , a document filed electronically with exhibits must include electronic bookmarks with links to the first page of each exhibit and a bookmark title that identifies the exhibit number or letter and briefly describes the exhibit.

What Courts do you offer e-filing service in?

We are currently providing eFiling Services to all California Counties as they come online for eFiling. Currently They Are: Alameda, Butte, Calaveras, Fresno, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Merced, Monterey, Napa, Orange, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, San Mateo, Stanislaus, Sutter, Yuba and Los Angeles Civil Cases.

Do I have to add OCR (Optical Character Recognition) to my document?

Yes, pursuant to <a value="https://irp-cdn.multiscreensite.com/88bacc88/files/uploaded/California%20Rule%20of%20Court%202.256%28b%29%283%29.pdf" type="file" href="https://irp-cdn.multiscreensite.com/88bacc88/files/uploaded/California%20Rule%20of%20Court%202.256%28b%29%283%29.pdf" file="true" data-runtime-url="https://irp-cdn.multiscreensite.com/88bacc88/files/uploaded/California%20Rule%20of%20Court%202.256%28b%29%283%29.pdf">California Rule of Court 2.256(b)(3) , a document filed electronically must be text searchable.

How will I know that my filing was received by the Court?

Filers receive a confirmation when the document is received by the Court and another notification when the document has been filed or rejected. Notification of receipt of the document by the Court does not mean that it has been processed by the Court. That will be done in the subsequent notification from the Court when it is accepted.

How do I know what the court fee's are?

Yes, there are fees associated with filing documents electronically with eFIleCA.com. Standard court filing fees: Fee schedule can be found by clicking here Contact your local court for additional information on specific filing fees. Filings submitted without all the required filing fees, will be rejected for correction. E-file Manager fee: A service fee is assessed for use of the e-filing system the court charges a fee of $3.50 per filing submission in courts with mandatory e-filing ($5.00 per filing in courts with permissive e-filing). Additionally, the court charges a credit card convenience fee of approximately 3% per submission. EFSP fee: 123efile charges $14.95 per filing submission. eCheck fee: The fee is $0.25 per transaction.

Does your e-filing service also provide for electronic service to opposing counsel or other parties?

Yes, Simply add opposing counsel in the appropriate field during filing and they will receive a copy of what is accepted by the court.

Do you offer any additional services such as service of process or records retrieval?

We have partnered with hundreds of providers all over the United States to offer very competitive rates for Service of Process, Record Retrieval, Scanning, Printing, and Notary Services. Click Here to visit our sister company Process Server Daily.

Are there any file size limits, or limits on the number or documents or pages contained in a filing submission?

There are no limits on the number of pages or documents, however the court does restrict the file size of any single document to a maximum of 25 MB and the total file size of all documents in a submission to a maximum of 35 MB.

How to Complete a Small Claims Proof of Service

Join Michael Reid, CEO of 123efile.com, in this informative episode where he demystifies the process of filling out a proof of service for small claims cases.

Michael begins by explaining the importance of understanding the electronic filing status and the significance of the hearing date for process servers. He walks viewers through the steps of acquiring necessary documents, like the notice of hearing, and emphasizes going the extra mile for clients.

Michael then provides a practical tutorial on filling out the proof of service form, highlighting common mistakes and essential details. He showcases how to use online tools to edit PDFs and underscores the importance of correctly identifying the court and case details to avoid document rejection.

The video also covers specifics about serving businesses versus individuals and the intricacies of substituted service. Finally, Michael guides viewers through the e-filing process on 123efile.com, offering tips on managing payment accounts and ensuring the filing is complete.

Throughout the episode, Michael reminds viewers that this guide is for informational purposes, emphasizing the value of professional process serving. He invites audience engagement, encouraging viewers to suggest future video topics and offers to provide personalized e-filing training sessions. Simply email his team at service@123efile.com to schedule.

This comprehensive guide is a must-watch for anyone involved in legal document service and e-filing, simplifying complex procedures with expert advice.

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