Serving Bankruptcy Petitions:
we look at how process servers can help with serving bankruptcy petitions efficiently and in line with court expectations.
Serving a bankruptcy petition on an evasive debtor can be one of the more challenging aspects of insolvency work. While the rules require petitions to be served personally wherever possible, in practice, achieving this can take persistence, planning, and detailed evidence – being able to demonstrate to the court that every reasonable effort has been made to achieve personal service. When the judge is satisfied that nothing more could realistically have been done, they are far more likely to make a practical order that avoids further delay and cost.
Personal service remains the starting point for bankruptcy petitions. However, when it isn’t possible, the key is to show that every reasonable effort has been made.
At Kent Legal, our process servers are trained to think creatively, record every detail, and present clear, persuasive evidence. The combination of thorough groundwork and professional presentation often makes all the difference.
If after several attempts we are unable to meet with the debtor, we will leave and exhibit a letter of appointment,Where residency is confirmed, and on the date and time specified in the letter of appointment, the process server may choose to post a copy of the bankruptcy petition through the respondent’s letterbox if the respondent does not attend the appointment.
we provide a professional, nationwide process serving service with transparent fixed fees.
Our set fee includes up to three visits to an address, often at different times of day – including evenings and weekends – to maximise the chances of successful personal service.
We also offer three levels of service to suit your case and timescales:
- Standard Service – first visit within 5 business days
- Urgent Service – first visit within 48 hours
- Same-Day Service – immediate attendance where time is critical
Each instruction includes a full proof of service (certificate or witness statement) at no additional cost.
call or visit us today for a quick service, www.kentlegal.co.uk 01634 568858
