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Serving a Defendant in a Residential Foreclosure Action by Publication

Jimerson Firm

If a defendant cannot be located, then service may be effected by constructive service, i.e., service by publication, which is governed by Chapter 49, Florida Statutes. Before a defendant can be served by constructive service, the plaintiff must make a diligent search and inquiry to locate the defendant. 49.09, Fla. Gualt , 259 So.

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How Aggressive Collections Attorneys Can Aid in Massachusetts Debt Recovery

Collections Law

A debtor who is unwilling to pay has to be pursued much more aggressively, and our diligent debt collection attorneys have the skills and knowledge to make this happen. Why Hire a Collections Attorney? There are several reasons why a business should hire an experienced collections lawyer who focuses on debt collection.