Document Service

Document Service

Delivery of Documents | Process Servers

Serving key documents is often a requirement for many legal processes. It’s important that the documents are delivered quickly and efficiently, with the activity correctly noted and in compliance with court rules. 


Total Risk provides a nationwide network of Field Agents and Process Servers. Our experienced and professional team will ensure effective delivery of all documents according to our clients’ requirements. 

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Documents we serve/deliver include:

All criminal and civil court documents
Summons to a witness or defendant
Infringement notices
PLAs (Property Law Act Notices)
Legal Letters/Formal Letters
Trespass orders
Notices relating to tenancy and the Tenancy Tribunal
Tenancy termination and eviction notices
Breaches to Terms and Conditions
Utility disconnection notices.
Family Court notices

New Zealand Process Servers

Find Trusted Help from Proven New Zealand Process Servers

When you're initiating or continuing a legal action in New Zealand, process servers are essential to follow through on the effort. Under the law, everyone has the right to know when they're facing potential legal repercussions or when a judgement has been entered against them. Providing this notice is not only an important duty; it is essential to preserving the process and ensuring that legal challenges based on improper document service do not arise. Unfortunately, serving notice — whether it is for a personal matter, such as a pending divorce or because of court proceedings — is not always easy. In some cases, it can prove time-consuming and challenging. In others, emotions may run hot, and tensions could be high. 

 

Although the law does not require the use of a dedicated process server, there are many occasions when an individual may not be comfortable or capable of handling this task alone. In such situations, Total Risk is ready to step in and provide the most comprehensive and professional service possible. When you require certainty about the receipt of an important court notice, our team stands ready to deliver the answers you need. 

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The Importance of Your Process Server

Why should you look into making an intelligent investment in someone to help you with serving essential documents to the intended recipient? When you take a step back, it is easy to recognise this process is more than just handing someone a piece of paper.

Putting a professional on the job means as little drama as possible. With no personal connection to the situation, it is easier to remain neutral, deliver the documents, and exit the area with sufficient proof of delivery.
Speaking of proof of delivery, this may become an important matter in future court proceedings. Have a trusted professional ready to make a sworn statement supporting the fact that an individual was served can make your life easier.
Using a server takes the burden of the task off your shoulders and lets you refocus on other matters.

Problems with Court Notices Total Risk Can Address

Although hand-delivery is a standard method for serving notices, it might surprise you to learn it can be more complicated than you expect. There are many problems that people encounter when trying to serve others. Some of the issues we can help with:

A person who is difficult to find. Some individuals devote themselves to avoiding you or your process server when they know there is a pending action.
Dealing with specific local rules about serving an individual. Trust that all the correct steps have been followed for proper and legal delivery of service.
Other evasive actions aimed at disrupting the process. While the law provides some flexibility in the way process serving works, it is still better to have concrete proof of service rather than a potential loophole to worry about later.
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Common Mistakes People Make with a Notice to a Tenant

Are you a landlord preparing to serve a tenancy notice to residents indicating that they must begin preparations to vacate their rented space? When you need to end a rental relationship with an unruly tenant who has broken the terms of your agreement, don't make the following critical mistakes.

Failing to take notice of the new rule changes. Recent new legislation coming into force has eliminated the option to provide 90 days of notice for a tenant to quit the property. Landlords must look into these new requirements, which follow the terms outlined in rules on periodic rental terms.
Failing to provide the appropriate amount of time before acting. You must follow the rules carefully with a notice to a tenant or your property may end up in limbo.
Incorrectly serving notice or doing so in a way that does not guarantee the tenant received the information.

What Sets Total Risk Apart From Other Wellington Process Servers?

With so many types of notices that require service, you may think that a different provider is necessary for each one. On the contrary, Total Risk can handle the delivery of any official document. This service is just one of the ways we stand out for our clients.

We're highly experienced in this regard. With years in business, we know how to serve legal documents effectively and efficiently according to the law.
We bring in a range of skills from the other areas of service we provide to deliver the most valuable support in this area.
Our team is respected and trustworthy and can capably provide you with the proof of service necessary in some situations.
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What to Expect from Our Team as Your Process Servers in Auckland

When you choose to engage our services, what can you anticipate? Our goal is to remove the stress from this situation so that you can focus your attention on other important matters. When you rely on the Total Risk team, you can expect:

Prompt results. We always strive to complete this undertaking with as few delays as possible so you can move on to the next steps.
Verifiable outcomes. We complete process serving in an accountable manner that can stand up to scrutiny and concern in court later.
Clear, transparent communication and cost-effectiveness. We make it simple to arrange for our assistance in serving papers, and we keep you up to date on our progress. When we've completed the work, you'll know as soon as possible.

The Best Advice You Can Hear About Serving Divorce Papers in NZ

One of the more awkward types of service can be the delivery of divorce papers. Sometimes, a spouse may seek to avoid service to prolong the relationship and attempt to kindle a reconciliation. Here's some of our advice on how to handle divorce-related scenarios.

Consider avoiding any mention of the date you will begin serving papers. Unless the other party is entirely amenable to the process, knowing documents are on the way could cause them to start being evasive.
Avoid the high stakes and tense emotions that accompany this event by relying on a process server from our team instead of taking the papers yourself. While it may seem impersonal, it is safer and less confrontational to rely on a neutral third party.
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What You Should Know About Serving a Trespass Order in NZ

Finally, another common type of notice we provide is the serving of a trespass order. These are especially sensitive matters because those receiving the order may have an adverse reaction to learning they have been barred from approaching an individual or entering a business. Here's what to know about these orders.

Such orders typically prohibit their subjection from specific interactions. If you've been involved in problem incidents with these individuals, you should avoid playing a personal role serving the documents.
Our team knows how to safely complete this process while managing the situation to prevent escalation.
The proof of service we provide can be vital if the subject violates the trespass order and the courts become involved in the situation again.

What You Stand to Gain by Choosing Total Risk

Serving documents such as a trespass notice and other types of formal letters can be a stressful process that may feel very "high stakes," especially when you have personal involvement in the matter. By relying on the highly experienced and dedicated team at Total Risk, you can breathe a sigh of relief and allow professionals to handle the task of delivering undesirable news. Capable of backing you up with proof of delivery and committed enough to find even the most elusive individuals, we hope to make this effort less stressful for all involved. 

 

Contact us today to make arrangements for one of our team to serve your papers.

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For more information about our process servers and how our document delivery service can assist your business, please Contact Us. Our services are supplied throughout New Zealand

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