A process server in Lakemore, Summit County, works a village with its own police department and two ZIP codes, 6.3 miles from the courthouse in Akron. Summonses, subpoenas, eviction notices and other court papers can be ordered through the order form with Standard, Rush or 24-Hour turnaround, and the signed proof of service is emailed after a successful delivery.
What a Process Server Costs in Lakemore
Akron is on the rates page list of areas where 24-Hour Service is most practical for early orders, and Lakemore is in Akron's county; even so, nothing is promised. That tier is $265 and aims at a first attempt within 24 hours. Rush Service costs $225 and aims for within 48 hours; Standard Service costs $185 and aims for within 5 business days. An additional attempt after a failure is $25 per attempt.
Summit County Sheriff, Bailiff or Private Server?
A summons typically goes by the clerk's certified mail. When the plaintiff files a written request for personal or residence service, the sheriff, a municipal-court bailiff or a court-designated server takes the papers. The Summit County page has more.
Who May Serve Papers in Summit County: Clerk Mail, Sheriff, Bailiff or Court-Designated Server
Civ.R. 4.1 is why a Lakemore plaintiff asks the clerk, not a neighbor, for hand delivery. The clerk passes written requests to the sheriff, to a municipal court's bailiff, or to a person designated by court order, who must have no financial interest in the case and keep meeting the 4.1(D) requirements.
Lakemore Courts and the Summit County Courthouse
Lakemore is 6.3 miles in a straight line from the Summit County Courthouse, 209 South High Street, Akron, OH 44308, where the Court of Common Pleas sits. Smaller civil, small claims and eviction cases go to a municipal or county court, and the clerk of the filing court tells you which one covers an address.
Eviction Notices and Forcible Entry and Detainer Papers in Lakemore
A landlord starts with written notice to leave, delivered at least three days before filing; the eviction guide covers the content. The case summons has to be served a week or more before trial.
Subpoenas, Hospital Records and Out-of-State Subpoenas near Lakemore
Akron Children's Hospital (1 Perkins Square, Akron, OH 44308; (330) 543-8290) is the closest at 6.4 miles, with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center at 6.9 and Akron General Medical Center at 7.2. The police entry is the Lakemore Police Department, 1400 Main Street, Lakemore, OH 44250, (330) 733-6125, and you should confirm with the department before sending a records subpoena. Subpoena servers are those listed in Civ.R. 45(B), and ones from other states are covered by R.C. 2319.09.
ZIP Codes and Neighboring Communities Around Lakemore
Lakemore's ZIPs are 44250 and 44312. Springfield Township, Mogadore and Suffield Township (in Portage County) are nearby.
Lakemore Process Server FAQ
How do I serve a village?
Civ.R. 4.2: the responsible officer, or the solicitor.
What if I cannot find the defendant?
Publication, Civ.R. 4.4.
How long do I have to serve after filing?
Six months, absent good cause.