Services

Every Service Your Matter Requires

From straightforward personal service to complex skip traces, Rule 16 Process Serving provides the full range of process serving and document services required by Ontario litigation.

Core Process Serving

Personal Service

Direct delivery of legal documents to the named respondent, executed in strict compliance with Rule 16 of the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure. Each attempt is documented with date, time, location, and a physical description of the person served.

Required for originating process, motions, and most court documents

Substituted Service

When personal service cannot be effected after reasonable attempts, we prepare the supporting documentation required for a motion for substituted service — including a detailed affidavit of attempts and proposed method of substituted service.

Full documentation package included for motion materials

Affidavit of Service

A sworn affidavit of service is prepared and commissioned following every completed service. The affidavit is court-ready and compliant with Form 16B of the Rules of Civil Procedure.

Commissioned and delivered within one business day of service

Rush & Same-Day Service

Urgent matters demand immediate action. We offer same-day and rush service for injunctions, restraining orders, urgent motions, and any matter where a litigation deadline is at risk.

Contact us directly to confirm availability for same-day requests

Court & Filing Services

Court Filing

Filing of documents at Ontario Superior Court of Justice and Ontario Court of Justice locations throughout the 613 region, including Ottawa, Kingston, Perth, Brockville, and Smiths Falls.

Confirmation of filing provided with court-stamped copies

Small Claims Court

Service of plaintiff's claims, defendant's claims, notices of motion, and other Small Claims Court documents. A cost-effective option for creditors, landlords, and individuals pursuing claims up to $35,000.

Serving both plaintiffs and defendants across the 613 region

Attempt Documentation

Detailed service attempt logs with timestamps, location notes, and photographic evidence of attendance. Essential evidentiary record for substituted service motions and proof of due diligence.

Photographic evidence and GPS-timestamped records available

Specialty Services

Skip Tracing

Locating individuals who are evading service or whose current address is unknown, using lawful investigative methods. We conduct thorough address verification before service is attempted, reducing wasted attempts and costs.

Results reported before service is attempted

Family Law Service

Service of applications, answers, motions, financial statements, and other family law documents. Sensitive matters are handled with the discretion and professionalism that family law clients and their counsel expect.

Experience with urgent family law matters including restraining orders

Landlord & Tenant

Service of N-forms, applications to the Landlord and Tenant Board, and notices under the Residential Tenancies Act. High-volume and time-sensitive — we understand the deadlines that matter in LTB proceedings.

Serving landlords, property managers, and tenants across the 613 region

Corporate Service

Service upon registered agents, officers, or directors of corporations under the Business Corporations Act and Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure. Proper corporate service is essential to establishing jurisdiction.

Includes verification of registered office address prior to service

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Rule 16 Process Serving

Professional process serving across Eastern Ontario. Sworn affidavits, reliable service, and full compliance with Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure.

Service Area

Ottawa · Kingston · Perth · Brockville · Smiths Falls · We serve within the 613 area code of Eastern Ontario.

Greater Toronto Area available for select matters.

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Serving under Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 16