Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Proof of Service via mail when I AM party to legal action?

Does this need to be sent by someone who is not party to the legal action? How can someone (myself) in propria persona serve this?


Asked on 7/15/08, 3:54 am

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Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Proof of Service via mail when I AM party to legal action?

There's no getting around it: If, for some reason, you are determined to be a pro per, you must find a warm body over the age of 18 who is willing to sign proofs of service.

If you really are that hard up for friends, a couple of bucks will persuade an employee of UPS Store (or the equivaent) to sign the proof of service and mail the item.

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Answered on 7/15/08, 4:13 am
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Re: Proof of Service via mail when I AM party to legal action?

You need to have someone else serve the documents for you. It doesn't have to be an employee; a friend or relative will do. All that matters is that the person not be a party to the case.

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Answered on 7/15/08, 3:03 pm


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