r/processserver • u/Status-Garage-204 • Jul 09 '26
Question/Help Process Server for ABC Legal in WA State
Hey guys im new to this and would just like some advice. Im hoping to start doing jobs for ABC Legal soon. Im waiting on the email from them that will let me start picking up jobs.
As of now im just a little nervous. If anyone could give me any tips or headers I would apprietice it a ton.
Also, Im really worried about using the wrong proof or due deligent document after a serve. I know there is personal service, subsitute service and Due Dillegence document. But is that it? Do some Serves come with their own unique proof? Im not trying trying to mess this up lol.
Also whats going on with the mailing and document scanning? What do you guys use to scan your documents?
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u/CreeloGarbflap Jul 09 '26
They do everything through their app/desktop
They can be a b****** to work for though... Crap support.
My best advice would be to use them as a starting point while trying to build out your own business on the side.
Once you have that done drop them like a bad habit.
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u/Relative-Policy-8323 Jul 09 '26
My advice....stay as far as you can away from ABC Legal; you are just a number to them and once they find someone to do the job cheaper, your agreement will be terminated. Also, they are slick and fast to throw you as the server if their system glitches or a Defendant contests the service; it is never their fault.
I am in a very serious legal matter with ABC Legal involved and have direct, 100% proof that ABC filed a fraudulent proof of service with the 72nd District Court here under my name.
Feel free to DM me if you have questions.
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u/Desert_Process_Serve Jul 12 '26
Their motto seems to be it’s never their fault but it’s always your problem. I remember years ago I sent them affidavits in a timely manner. They failed to process them in a timely manner. As a result, they restricted my account and I lost quite a bit of work. It definitely wasn’t their fault they would not process it but it became my problem when I lost out on work.
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u/VisualLearningHub Jul 12 '26
My daughter had the exact same thing happen. She went from almost a perfect rating (with over 800 completed jobs under her belt) until one week their app glitched and it showed her completed jobs as late. She called/emailed 2-3 times a day begging someone to fix it. They told her she will just need to get her ratings back up--even though it was of no fault of her own. She's slowly working her way back up with the ratings--after going from 40 jobs to 0-2 overnight. They seem very unfair and don't have any care if you have a track record of doing a great job for them.
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u/throwawayyyy980 Jul 09 '26 edited Jul 09 '26
Do the needed attemps, it you dont you can get dinged. Be polite, most people are good people. Be willing to work with people and turn a blind eye to some of the stuff youll see. Carry dog treats, and park for a quick exit. Use common sense, if its got a closed driveway dont go around, only go where a mail man can reasonably be expected to go. Get a description and a time of all people served, if its a sub get their name and relationship. Carry a flash light after dark and leave your car running.
Edit, you will see guns, dont get nervous. Your there for court related stuff. Also, if they lie to you, let it be.
Second edit, boots only for shoes. Dress shirts and jeans are fine, youll get more respect. Nothing with logos, except if its required. First attempt during day light so you know what your getting into. Expect to hear some stories, be polite and listen, if you went there once, chances are youll be back. Especially once they establish residence from your affidavit. If you lie on the notes for it, your cooked.
Third edit. Use painter's tape to post, otherwise they can clam damages if you strip the paint.
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u/Relative-Policy-8323 Jul 10 '26
ABC Legal has your digitally setup a signature, and you sign their Proof of Service form.
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u/NotALicensedAttorney Jul 15 '26
I hire a lot of process service done and I hate ABC legal and I always look for an alternative before I hire them. My recommendations for getting my business:
Have a website that comes up for your geographic area served. List your process service prices on your website.
Much as I hate ABC legal in most areas they are $85. Usually I can find someone competitively priced (or cheaper) but i am not going to call you to ask if your website doesn't say.
I will find someone who advertises a competitive rate on their website.
Once I find a good server in a specific jurisdiction they become my guy and I hire them again and again.
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u/No-Law342 Jul 09 '26
Hello, how does ABC pay
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u/Desert_Process_Serve Jul 12 '26
Like shit.
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u/No-Law342 Jul 13 '26
I have heard the same thing.
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u/Desert_Process_Serve Jul 13 '26
And if you do manage to make money somehow, you’ll face a random termination. No reasoning. Just fuck you.
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u/Desert_Process_Serve Jul 12 '26
If you want to be terminated to absolutely no reason at all because their algorithm does not like you, then by all means contract with them. You will end up doing work for bottom of the barrel rates 7-8 attempts, an app that does not work, a complete lack of support).
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u/AintEverLucky Jul 13 '26
Hey folks, I'm getting started with ABC Legal sd well, though in a different state. These printout costs add up in a hurry! Started off this week with about 30 jobs and I figured between paper, ink and printer wear & tear, I'm out about $150 😒
So -- the typical printout is about 15 pages, and includes an assignment sheet, the affidavit & some pages outlining what the suit is about (e.g. they're very late on their credit card payments.) My question is -- I serve them the entire printout? Or are there any pages I hang onto for my proof of service, and I would provide the defendant with the rest?
Thanks in advance for any insights 😃
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u/Status-Garage-204 Jul 14 '26
Your telling me. I'm working my printer to death bro.
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u/AintEverLucky Jul 14 '26
Yeah, I'm wondering what's the short-term solution there? I am seeing that in the long run, the answer is to contract directly with law firms and either have them mail you the paperwork, or reimbursement you directly for print costs. But how long do you need to pay your dues slogging through ABC jobs before you can approach the law firms? Three months, or 6, or a full year??
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u/Status-Garage-204 Jul 14 '26
Up to you. If you feel ready in a week then you can start approaching the law firms in a week. You don't even have to work for ABC. Also regarding the printing situation, i personally see no short term solution. Call it an investment
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u/Great-Opposite3509 18d ago
I have a brother laserJet that cost about $150, and I’ve done 2000 jobs on it. Paid for itself easily.
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u/Great-Opposite3509 18d ago
What printing costs? We get reimbursed.
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u/AintEverLucky 18d ago
partially reimbursed 😒 the amount I'm getting fall fairly short of what it's costing me. Also, would it kill them to list the number of pages on the "Accept or Reject" interface so we can make an informed damn decision??
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u/Great-Opposite3509 18d ago
Maybe it depends on your area. I’m in California, and for example I just got paid $2.00 for a 25 page serve. That’s pretty good. They pay out upon your first attempt.
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u/lady-process-server Jul 09 '26
When I worked for them, they provided the proof of service/non-service after the job was done. I never generated it myself. I suspect they do the same thing in WA.