Undisputed Legal is Lansing’s process service authority — the choice of law firms, attorneys, and corporations requiring structured execution, court-defensible documentation, and documented service on every assignment in Ingham County and Michigan litigation. Service into Lansing — a city in Ingham County, Michigan — runs from our Chicago office, with GPS-verified affidavits of service, 24–48 business hour rush turnaround, and Michigan Court Rule 2.105-compliant delivery on every assignment. Established 2010. BBB accredited. Serving all 50 states and 120+ countries.
We serve all papers in all 50 states. Fees are automatically calculated at checkout based on the service address.
ROUTINE — $200 (First attempt within 3–7 business days)
RUSH — $300 (First attempt within 24–48 business hours)
EMAIL/MAIL — $75 (Where permitted; sent within 24 business hours)
STAKE-OUT — $425 (Includes 1 hour waiting time; each additional hour $150) — arranged by phone: (800) 774-6922.
Includes 3 attempts (morning/afternoon/evening) + notarized Affidavit of Service/Due Diligence. Additional individuals: 50% off (same address/same order).
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Lansing Michigan process servers provide a comprehensive range of services to cater to the diverse needs of their clients. Some of the services offered include:
As a full-service process server agency, we are committed to providing reliable and efficient services to federal, state, and city agencies, law firms, attorneys, and the general public in Lansing Michigan. Opting for our Lansing Michigan process servers offers several advantages, including:
We understand the significance of entrusting legal document delivery to qualified professionals. Therefore, all our Lansing Michigan process servers are experienced and meet the requirements set by the jurisdiction in which they operate.
Our team specializes in locating and serving cases involving evasive defendants and witnesses, for a smooth and just legal process. We take pride in upholding the highest standards of professionalism and compliance with Lansing, Michigan’s regulations governing process service.
For clients seeking detailed information on Lansing Michigan rules and laws concerning process service, our website provides comprehensive resources, including the Lansing Michigan Rules of Civil Procedure. Additionally, for step-by-step instructions on How To Serve Legal Papers in Michigan, we offer a user-friendly guide to facilitate the process.
In conclusion, Lansing Michigan process service is a fundamental aspect of the legal system, so that all parties involved in a legal action receive proper notice. Our professional Lansing, Michigan, process servers, equipped with local expertise and a commitment to excellence, offer comprehensive services to meet our client’s needs effectively and efficiently. With real-time updates, GPS affidavits, and dedication to compliance, clients can trust us to handle their legal documents with precision and care.
Lansing Michigan process servers are equipped to serve a wide variety of legal documents, including summonses, complaints, divorce papers, subpoenas, citations, orders to show cause, discovery documents, eviction notices, and motions. Their comprehensive services support cases in family law, small claims, landlord-tenant disputes, and more.
Process service in Lansing, Michigan, gives all parties involved in a legal action proper notice by delivering essential court documents. This upholds the principles of due process by allowing individuals the opportunity to respond and participate in legal proceedings before any court or administrative action is taken.
In Michigan, Routine service has its first attempt within 3 to 7 business days of receipt, and Rush service within 24 to 48 business hours. We also offer Email and Mail service and Stake-Out service; the current rates and what each includes are set out in the pricing section above.
Using a professional process server in Lansing, Michigan, like Undisputed Legal, gets court documents served in strict compliance with Michigan laws and court requirements. This reduces the risk of improper service, which could delay proceedings or cause legal complications for your case.
Arranging process service in Lansing, Michigan, with Undisputed Legal is straightforward—simply contact their team at (800) 774-6922 to discuss your needs and select the appropriate service level. Our experienced process servers deliver documents promptly and in accordance with local legal standards.
Service of a summons and complaint in a civil action in the trial courts of Michigan is governed by MCR 2.102 to 2.106 (the Michigan Court Rules) and MCL 600.1901 to 600.1920 (Revised Judicature Act of 1961, chapter 19), quoted here from the Michigan Supreme Court (the Michigan Court Rules) and the Michigan Legislature (the Michigan Compiled Laws). Under MCR 2.102(A), “On the filing of a complaint, the court clerk shall issue a summons to be served as provided in MCR 2.103 and 2.105.” and under MCR 2.102(D), “A summons expires 91 days after the date the summons is issued.” The Rule names who may serve: MCR 2.103(A) provides that “Process in civil actions may be served by any legally competent adult who is not a party or an officer of a corporate party.” and MCL 600.1908(1) that “Process in civil actions may be served by any person of suitable age and discretion who is not a party nor an officer of a corporate party.” MCL 600.1801(1) provides that “When any process or order, issued by any court of record, or any complaint or other paper, is delivered to any sheriff, under-sheriff or deputy to serve, such officer shall serve the same with all convenient speed, and shall return the same with his certificate endorsed thereon, of the time and manner of such service, either to the office of the clerk of the court in which such suit or proceeding is pending, or to the attorney whose name is endorsed on the process, order, complaint or paper.” Our work in Lansing and across Ingham County is the service the Rule opens to a private server: personal service under MCR 2.105(A)(1), the skip trace that locates the defendant, and the documented record of every attempt. The methods are these:
Service in Michigan is directed from our Chicago office, 155 North Wacker Drive, 42nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60606, telephone (312) 267-1227.
MCR 2.104 (“Process; Proof of Service”) sets out what is recorded and filed after process is served, and under MCL 600.1910(1), “Proof of service of process must be made by 1 of the following methods:”. The Rule speaks of the “proof of service”; MCL 600.1801(1), of the “certificate endorsed thereon, of the time and manner of such service”; in common commercial practice the same record is called an affidavit of service.
The proof of service. MCR 2.104(A) provides that “Proof of service may be made by” (1) “written acknowledgment of the receipt of a summons and a copy of the complaint, dated and signed by the person to whom the service is directed or by a person authorized under these rules to receive the service of process;” (2) “a certificate stating the facts of service, including the manner, time, date, and place of service, if service is made within the State of Michigan by” “(a) a sheriff, (b) a deputy sheriff or bailiff, if that officer holds office in the county in which the court issuing the process is held, (c) an appointed court officer, (d) an attorney for a party;” or (3) “a written statement of the facts of service, verified under MCR 1.109(D)(3). The statement shall include the manner, time, date, and place of service, and indicate the process server’s official capacity, if any.” MCL 600.1910(1)(c) provides that “If service is made by any other individual, a written statement of the facts of service that is signed and dated and verified by the following statement: “I declare under the penalty of perjury that this proof of service has been examined by me and that its contents are true to the best of my information, knowledge, and belief.””
“Failure to File.” MCR 2.104(B) provides that “Failure to file proof of service does not affect the validity of the service.” and MCL 600.1910(2) that “Failure to make proof of service does not affect the validity of the service.”
“Publication, Posting, and Mailing.” MCR 2.104(C) provides that “If the manner of service used requires sending a copy of the summons and complaint by mail, the party requesting issuance of the summons is responsible for arranging the mailing and filing proof of service.”
“Expiration of Summons”. MCR 2.102(D) provides that “A summons expires 91 days after the date the summons is issued.” and MCR 2.102(E)(1) that “On the expiration of the summons as provided in subrule (D), the action is deemed dismissed without prejudice as to a defendant who has not been served with process as provided in these rules, unless the defendant has submitted to the court’s jurisdiction.”
Amendment. MCL 600.1905(3) provides that “At any time and upon such terms as it deems just, the court may in its discretion allow any process or proof of service thereof to be amended, unless it clearly appears that material prejudice would result to the substantial rights of the party against whom the process issued.”
Filing. Under MCL 600.1905(1), “Upon the filing of the complaint the clerk of the court in which the complaint is filed shall forthwith issue summons.” and under MCL 600.1801(1), “shall return the same with his certificate endorsed thereon, of the time and manner of such service, either to the office of the clerk of the court in which such suit or proceeding is pending, or to the attorney whose name is endorsed on the process, order, complaint or paper.”
Lansing is a city in Ingham County, Michigan, and its courts sit in three tiers: the trial courts of Ingham County, the statewide appellate courts, and the federal courts for the Western District of Michigan. Which court a matter belongs to determines where papers are filed and served; the courts below publish their own sites for filing procedures, locations and rules.
Lansing is a city in Ingham County, Michigan, one of the state’s 83 counties. The Census Bureau’s geometry places part of Lansing in Clinton County and Eaton County as well; this page follows the county of record, Ingham County. Civil actions there are heard in the 30th Circuit Court and, by the place of the matter, in the 54A District Court (City of Lansing), the 54B District Court (City of East Lansing) and the 55th District Court (Ingham County, except the Cities of East Lansing and Lansing); probate matters in the Ingham County Probate Court. The statutes and the State Court Directory’s entries for each court are set out in the courts list above. The summons issues from the clerk of the court in which the complaint is filed; for the 30th Circuit Court the State Court Directory lists the Ingham County Clerk as its clerk.
Appeals from the Ingham County courts lie to the Michigan Court of Appeals and above it to the Michigan Supreme Court.
The federal tier for Ingham County is the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, its Southern Division under 28 U.S.C. § 102; the federal courts item above gives the places of holding court.
Submitting your documents for process service is made easy with multiple convenient methods provided. Choose the option that suits you best:
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How long does service take?
Routine service is typically completed within 3–7 business days. Rush service is generally attempted within 24–48 hours.
How many attempts are included?
Standard service includes up to three attempts at different times of day when required.
Will I receive proof of service?
Yes. Once service is completed, the signed affidavit will be uploaded to your secure portal.
What documents are required?
You must upload court-stamped documents or finalized copies ready for service.
Can I track the status of my case?
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