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Job Overview
Proceed is seeking a motivated and dependable Process Server to join our Legal Support Services team in the Richmond, VA area. In this vital role, you will be responsible for delivering and serving a variety of legal and official documents accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with all applicable legal requirements and deadlines.
Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help facilitate the smooth progression of legal matters by providing essential support to attorneys, courts, businesses, and clients. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the legal process while enjoying a fast-paced, engaging work environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve a wide range of legal documents, including subpoenas, summonses, complaints, wage garnishments, eviction notices, divorce papers, lien documents, petitions, and other legal documents.
- Ensure the timely delivery and proper service of all assigned documents in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
- Complete and promptly file accurate proofs of service following each completed assignment.
- Plan and navigate efficient service routes using maps, GPS, and other available technology to meet deadlines.
- Communicate professionally with recipients, clients, attorneys, court personnel, and coworkers.
- Document all service attempts and maintain accurate records.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Qualifications
- Prior experience in process serving or courier services is preferred but not required; training will be provided for the right candidate.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with clients and recipients.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record is required.
- Knowledge of local laws related to service of process is a plus but not required; comprehensive training will be provided.
- Proceed Offers Our Team Members Excellent Benefits
- Diverse, affordable healthcare options
- Company-matched 401(k) contributions
- Generous paid time off beginning on your start date
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Comprehensive training and opportunities for career growth
Proceed is a nationwide legal services provider that partners with law firms, corporations, and government agencies to provide service of process, court filing, appellate support, and other litigation support services throughout the United States. Our clients rely on us to handle time-sensitive legal matters with professionalism, accuracy, and exceptional customer service. We invest in our employees through training, development, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
A drug screening is required as a condition of employment
Work Location: In person
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Process Server: 1 year (Preferred)
- Legal Document: 1 year (Preferred)
- Delivery driver: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Overview
Proceed is seeking a motivated and dependable Process Server to join our Legal Support Services team in the Richmond, VA area. In this vital role, you will be responsible for delivering and serving a variety of legal and official documents accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with all applicable legal requirements and deadlines.
Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help facilitate the smooth progression of legal matters by providing essential support to attorneys, courts, businesses, and clients. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the legal process while enjoying a fast-paced, engaging work environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve a wide range of legal documents, including subpoenas, summonses, complaints, wage garnishments, eviction notices, divorce papers, lien documents, petitions, and other legal documents.
- Ensure the timely delivery and proper service of all assigned documents in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
- Complete and promptly file accurate proofs of service following each completed assignment.
- Plan and navigate efficient service routes using maps, GPS, and other available technology to meet deadlines.
- Communicate professionally with recipients, clients, attorneys, court personnel, and coworkers.
- Document all service attempts and maintain accurate records.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Qualifications
- Prior experience in process serving or courier services is preferred but not required; training will be provided for the right candidate.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with clients and recipients.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record is required.
- Knowledge of local laws related to service of process is a plus but not required; comprehensive training will be provided.
- Proceed Offers Our Team Members Excellent Benefits
- Diverse, affordable healthcare options
- Company-matched 401(k) contributions
- Generous paid time off beginning on your start date
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Comprehensive training and opportunities for career growth
Proceed is a nationwide legal services provider that partners with law firms, corporations, and government agencies to provide service of process, court filing, appellate support, and other litigation support services throughout the United States. Our clients rely on us to handle time-sensitive legal matters with professionalism, accuracy, and exceptional customer service. We invest in our employees through training, development, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
A drug screening is required as a condition of employment
Work Location: In person
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Process Server: 1 year (Preferred)
- Legal Document: 1 year (Preferred)
- Delivery driver: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- PROOF51
- ProVest26
- Great Lakes Civil Services11
- Utah Civil Process3U
- Harris Investigations3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process server jobs.
- Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle for field service assignments
- State process server registration, license, or certification where legally required
- Experience preparing and filing accurate proof of service affidavits
- Familiarity with skip tracing methods and public records databases
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends for field attempts
- Strong knowledge of state and local civil procedure rules governing service of process
Tips for Your Process Server Job Search
Tailor your resume to legal documents
List every document type you've served, such as subpoenas, summonses, restraining orders, and complaints. Hiring managers scan for this vocabulary fast, and a vague resume loses to one that names the paperwork directly.
Get your state process server license first
Many states require registration or certification before you can serve legally. Confirm your state's current requirements before applying, then list your license number and issuing county or state agency right on your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists process server openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your territory knowledge
Process server roles are hyperlocal. When filtering openings, prioritize counties and metro areas you know well. Demonstrating that you understand local courthouse hours, restricted zones, and service rules saves employers training time.
Prepare for scenario questions about evasive subjects
Interviewers frequently ask how you'd handle a subject who refuses to answer the door or claims to be someone else. Walk through your substituted service procedure and document your attempts clearly. Practiced, specific answers signal field readiness.
Negotiate mileage and per-attempt fees, not just base pay
Many process server roles are paid per attempt or per successful serve. Before accepting any offer, clarify reimbursement for mileage, stakeout time, and multiple trips. These terms affect your real earnings more than the stated rate alone.
Process Server Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most process servers?
The most active employers for process servers right now are PROOF, ProVest, and Great Lakes Civil Services, and the most openings are in Louisiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to track court filing volume, so civil litigation-heavy markets consistently post the most roles.
How many process server jobs are remote?
About 0% of process server openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most serve work is field-based by nature. The roles most likely to include remote components are skip tracing, case management coordination, and document preparation rather than active field service assignments.
How do you become a process server?
Start by confirming whether your state requires a registration, license, or bond for process servers, then complete any required application through your county clerk or state licensing authority. Gain field experience through a process serving agency or as a subcontractor. Build familiarity with civil procedure rules, proof of service requirements, and document handling before pursuing independent work.
Can you get hired as a process server with little experience?
Yes, many agencies hire entry-level process servers and train on the job, particularly for routine civil document delivery. Emphasize a clean driving record, attention to detail, and any background in customer-facing or field work. Starting as a subcontractor for an established firm is a common path to building a documented service history that full-time employers want to see.
What does the process server interview process look like?
Most process server interviews are brief and practical. Expect a phone or in-person screen covering your familiarity with proof of service documents, how you handle difficult serve attempts, and whether you have a valid license and vehicle. Some employers ask scenario questions about evasive subjects or time-sensitive court deadlines. Field-role interviews rarely involve multiple rounds.
Where can I find and apply to process server jobs?
You can find and apply to process server jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find the roles that match your location and experience, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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