Client Alerts
Important Changes Regarding Service of Process
June 2012

Client Alerts
Important Changes Regarding Service of Process
June 2012
The Ohio Supreme Court has recently amended the process for how suits can be served upon a defendant. Effective July 1, 2012, clerks of court may make service of process using commercial carrier services as an alternative to United States Certified Mail or Express Mail.
In addition, the Ohio Supreme Court amended the Ohio Rules of Civil Procedure to clarify how a defendant can effectively refuse service through Certified Mail, Express Mail, and commercial carrier service.
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