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Service of Process & Correspondence

RASi Makes Every Service of Process Its Top Priority

RASi provides the core registered agent services every business needs, handling service of process and forwarding state correspondence. What sets us apart is how we manage these responsibilities: with secure systems, real-time technology, and a compliance-first approach.

Service of process documents are time-sensitive documents and require immediate attention of the registered agent and client company. These documents typically contain a limited time-frame in which the company may respond and defend itself before there are adverse consequences, including the risk of having a default judgment entered against the company.

Why Service of Process Matters for Compliance

Service of process is the formal delivery of legal documents to a business entity, including summons and complaints, subpoenas, and court notices. Under state law, every corporation, limited liability company, or nonprofit must maintain an agent for service of process with a physical address and business hours to receive legal documents. If you fail to properly receive service of process or miss response deadlines, courts can issue default judgments and your good standing can be at risk.

Methods vary by jurisdiction. Delivery may be made by a process server through personal service, service by mail, or even service by publication when permitted. A professional solution prevents missed notices and ensures timely response.

RASi serves as your registered agent for service of process across the United States, giving you a single, reliable point of contact and a clear record of every delivery.

How RASi Handles Service of Process

In recognition of the importance of these documents and the prompt response that is often required, RASi has developed a service of process system to ensure the proper, reliable, and expedient handling of these documents. Upon receipt of a service of process, RASi will:
  • Securely logs receipt of every document with date, time, and sender details, creating a clear chain of custody in Corpliance®
  • Immediately notifies your authorized contacts via phone and/or email with Insta-SOP™ real-time alerts. Accounts may also be set to receive the hard copy Service of Process via FedEx.
  • Prepares a “Service of Process Receipt” summarizing case data to help your team or counsel act quickly.
  • Same-day scans each document to PDF and stores it in your Corpliance® account for on-demand access and future records.
  • Supports your counsel by centralizing access for internal legal teams and law firms, reducing manual forwarding and delays.

This is professional registered agent services designed for speed, accuracy, and complete documentation.

Compliance Correspondence Management

Compliance correspondence includes notices from states and regulators, such as annual report reminders, franchise tax notices, and status updates. These notices do not always route through the registered agent. If your company changes addresses without updating agencies, you may miss critical deadlines.

RASi ensures same-day, secure handling and tracking of company correspondence to keep your business compliant. We:
  • Review each notice to identify due dates and action items.
  • Scan and email copies quickly so your team receives important notices without delay.
  • Record correspondence details in your Corpliance® account for centralized tracking and audit history.
  • Coordinate physical forwarding when required by the jurisdiction.

Not all notices route through a registered agent. Some go directly to your company’s address on file. If that address changes and agencies aren’t notified, critical compliance deadlines may be missed. Keep RASi updated on any address or contact changes to ensure delivery remains uninterrupted.

Why Businesses Choose RASi

Nationwide Coverage

Registered agent representation and SOP management in all 50 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and Guam, so multi-state entities can manage compliance in one place.

Technology Advantage

Insta-SOP™ for real-time notifications and Corpliance® for document storage, tracking, and role-based access.

Compliance First

Clear procedures and audit trails help mitigate the risk of default judgments and penalties due to missed deadlines.

For Every Organization

From business owners to in-house legal teams and law firms, RASi scales support across entity counts and jurisdictions.

Easy Set-Up

We help you appoint a registered agent or transition from a resident agent or process agent with minimal disruption to operations.

Instant Notification with Insta-SOP™

Upon receiving a service of process, RASi will immediately scan the service into a PDF-formatted document and upload it to our secure database server. Documents will be maintained and systematically archived on the server for future access. Clients will still receive Service of Process system notifications as described above.

Insta-SOP™ is the solution for today's fast-paced business world

With professionals traveling for business, working from multiple locations, or even vacationing, this feature allows authorized users to have immediate and cost-efficient access to important and time-sensitive documents from anywhere in the world. Insta-SOP™ is highly utilized by companies that do not have an in-house legal department and thus rely on an outside counsel to review and handle their legal matters promptly.

Protect your business from missed deadlines, default judgments, and compliance penalties. Contact RASi today to appoint a registered agent and ensure nationwide service of process management.

Service of Process FAQs

Who can serve process on a business?

Rules vary by state. Registered process servers, sheriffs, or other authorized individuals can deliver documents. Some states allow service by mail or service by publication if personal delivery is not possible.

What happens if service of process is missed?

If service of process is missed, you risk default judgments, court sanctions, and loss of good standing. RASi reduces that risk with immediate alerts, same-day scans, and centralized records.

How does a registered agent help with service of process?

Your registered agent maintains a physical address with business hours to receive legal documents, documents every delivery, and ensures fast notification so you can respond on time.

Can service of process be received by mail?

In some jurisdictions, yes. When permitted, RASi logs, scans, and routes mailed documents the same day.

What is the difference between a registered agent, resident agent, and process agent?

Terms may overlap by state. A registered agent or resident agent receives legal documents for your business. A process agent can be a specialized agent (often used in specific industries) designated to receive certain legal notices.

How quickly will I be notified after RASi receives service of process?

RASi issues Insta-SOP™ alerts and uploads same-day scans to Corpliance®, so your team and counsel can act immediately.

Do all states require a registered agent?

Most entities are required by state law to maintain an agent for service of process in each state of formation or registration.