TN Summons Service — All 95 Counties
A summons is a legal writ that formally notifies a defendant that a lawsuit has been filed against them and directs them to respond within a set timeframe. In Tennessee, summons must be served in compliance with the Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 4.
Tennessee Process Servers, Inc. serves all types of summons to individuals, businesses, corporations and government agencies throughout Tennessee. Our process servers are experienced and ensure every service meets court standards.
Types of Summons We Serve in Tennessee
- Civil Summons — General Sessions and Circuit Court
- Divorce Summons and Family Court Summons
- Small Claims Court Summons
- Domestic Relations Summons
- Chancery Court Summons
- Criminal Court Summons
- Corporate and Business Summons
- Out-of-State Summons (served in Tennessee)
- Federal Court Summons
Service Methods
- Personal Service — direct hand delivery to the defendant
- Substituted Service — delivered to a co-resident of suitable age and discretion
- Business Service — delivered to a registered agent, officer or manager