Question 1

What is process serving?

Accepted Answer

Process serving is the formal delivery of legal documents — such as a summons and complaint, subpoena, or notice — to a party involved in a legal proceeding. In New York, service must be performed by someone who is not a party to the case and who is over 18. Once service is complete, the process server signs a sworn affidavit of service confirming how and when the documents were delivered.

Question 2

What areas do you serve?

Accepted Answer

Bravo Process Servers covers all of Nassau County and Suffolk County, NY, including Long Island's towns, villages, and hamlets.

Question 3

How fast can documents be served?

Accepted Answer

We offer three service speeds: Routine (first attempt within 3–5 business days), Rush (first attempt within 24–48 hours), and Same-Day (first attempt made the same day the job is received).

Question 4

What is substitute service under CPLR 308?

Accepted Answer

If personal delivery isn't possible after reasonable attempts, New York law permits substitute service — for example, delivering documents to a person of suitable age and discretion at the defendant's home or business, followed by mailing a copy to the same address.

Question 5

What is an affidavit of service, and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

An affidavit of service is a sworn, notarized statement describing who was served, when, where, and how. Courts rely on this document as proof the defendant was properly notified — an incomplete or incorrect affidavit can delay or jeopardize a case.

Question 6

What types of documents can you serve?

Accepted Answer

Summonses and complaints, subpoenas, divorce and family court papers, eviction notices, orders to show cause, motions, and other civil documents.

Question 7

Do you offer skip tracing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If a defendant is difficult to locate or actively avoiding service, we offer skip tracing to help find a current, serviceable address.

Question 8

How much does process serving cost?

Accepted Answer

Bravo Process Servers offers flat-rate pricing for Nassau and Suffolk County, with separate rates for routine, rush, and same-day service. Visit our Pricing page for current rates.

Question 9

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Call (516) 212-0600 or use our online Place Order form with the details of what needs to be served and by when.

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