Get Your Legal Documents Served in Boston

Navigating the Boston legal system is complex. Whether you're an attorney, a property manager, a business, or an individual, the proper handling of legal documents is a critical step that can determine the success or failure of your case.

The most crucial part of this process? The Service of Process—the official act of delivering legal documents to the required parties.

If this step is delayed, fumbled, or performed incorrectly, your case could be dismissed. You could lose your day in court and be forced to start all over, costing you invaluable time and money.

In Boston, you cannot leave this to chance. You need a fast, reliable, and legally compliant process server. You need Colon Constable Services.

This guide explains what civil process serving is, why it's vital in Massachusetts, and how our expert team ensures your documents are served with the professionalism and efficiency your case demands.

What Is Civil Process and Why Does It Matter?

"Civil process" refers to the formal procedure of giving legal notice to a person or entity, informing them that a legal action is pending against them. This notice isn't just a courtesy—it's a cornerstone of the American legal system called Due Process.

Due Process guarantees that no one can have a judgment passed against them (like being sued, evicted, or subpoenaed) without first being properly notified and given a chance to appear in court.

If service is performed incorrectly:

• A judge can dismiss your case on the spot.
• You will have to refile and start over, wasting valuable time and money.
• A default judgment you win could be overturned later if the defendant proves they were never properly served.

This is not a task for an amateur. It’s a job for a professional, bonded, and authorized Massachusetts Constable.

Our Boston Civil Process Services: We Serve It All

At Colon Constable Services, we are authorized and experienced in handling every type of legal document in the Boston area. We serve all neighborhoods, from the Back Bay to Hyde Park, Dorchester to West Roxbury.

Our services cover the full spectrum of legal needs for law firms, property managers, businesses, and individuals.

Specialists in Registered Agent Service

Serving a corporation or LLC means serving their designated Registered Agent. This is a high-volume, time-sensitive task that requires specific knowledge. We are experts in serving all major registered agents in Boston and the surrounding area. Our team is familiar with their specific locations and intake procedures, ensuring your service is never rejected on a technicality.

We frequently and efficiently serve documents to:

• CSC Global (Corporation Service Company)
• CT Corporation (Wolters Kluwer)
• Northwest Registered Agent
• LegalZoom
• ZenBusiness
• InCorp Services
• And all other statutory agents located in the Boston area.

Landlord & Tenant (Evictions)

We are specialists in the sensitive and time-critical landlord-tenant process.

• Notices to Quit (14-Day and 30-Day)
• Summary Process (Summons & Complaint for Eviction)
• Executions (The final 48-hour notice to vacate)

Subpoenas

Need to command someone to appear in court or produce evidence? We serve all subpoenas:

• Subpoena ad testificandum: Compels a witness to testify.
• Subpoena duces tecum: Compels a person to produce documents or records.

Family Court & General Civil

We handle all other civil matters with professionalism and discretion, including:

• Divorce Complaints
• Summons and Complaints
• Child Support Summons
• Notices of Contempt
• 93A Demand Letters
• Small Claims & Supplementary Process

The Colon Constable Services Difference: Why Choose Us?

Not all process servers are created equal. Using an untrained or unreliable server is a massive risk. Here is why Colon Constable Services is the premier choice in Suffolk County.

1. Speed & Efficiency

We understand that the legal world operates on strict deadlines. We prioritize prompt and efficient service. Our team gets your documents in the field quickly, ensuring your case keeps moving forward without unnecessary delays.

2. Unmatched Local Expertise

We don't just "serve Boston"—we know Boston. From the high-rises on State Street to the triple-deckers in Dorchester, our constables understand the city's neighborhoods and the specific procedures for each building and registered agent.

3. We Are Legally Authorized

As professional Constables, we are bonded, insured, and explicitly authorized by law to serve civil process throughout Massachusetts. We understand the nuances of the Massachusetts Rules of Civil Procedure (Mass. R. Civ. P. Rule 4) and guarantee every service is 100% compliant.

4. The "Return of Service"

Serving the document is only half the job. The other half is providing you with proof. After every successful service, we provide a detailed, notarized Affidavit of Service (or "Return of Service"). This is the official document you file with the court that proves, under oath, that the party was served legally. It is your ultimate protection.

5. Professionalism and Tenacity

Our constables are uniformed, identifiable professionals. We handle every interaction—even with difficult or evasive individuals—with the gravity and respect the legal process demands.

Our Simple 4-Step Process

We make it easy to get your documents served fast.

1. SUBMIT YOUR FORM: The fastest way to start is by filling out our secure online service request form.
2. UPLOAD YOUR DOCUMENTS: You can securely attach your documents directly to the form or email them to us. Our team will review everything and provide a quote.
3. WE SERVE: Our constable is dispatched to make diligent attempts until the individual or entity is served. We provide you with status updates along theway.
4. GET YOUR PROOF: Once service is complete, we prepare the notarized Return of Service and promptly email you a copy and return the original to you or the court, per your instructions.

Don't Risk Your Case on Unreliable Service

Stop worrying about whether your legal documents will be delivered on time. Don't let a procedural error derail your entire case. For fast, reliable, and professional civil process serving in Boston, trust the experts.

Get started right now. Submit your service request through our secure online portal, and let our team handle the rest.

Click Here to Submit Your Documents for Service