Episode Summary: In this episode of Paper Trails, Scott Frank of Lafayette Process Servers LLC breaks down the critical 2026 updates to the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure. We discuss the mandatory in-person filing requirements under Act 352 at the Lafayette Parish Courthouse and the strategic use of CCP Art. 1293 to appoint private agents when the Sheriff fails service.

Key Topics Covered:

Navigating the 15th JDC: Why the mail-in era is over and how our Courthouse Runners handle the 800 S. Buchanan St. dash.

The 10-Day Rule: How to properly draft a Motion and Order to Appoint the LLC or its Agents.

https://lafayette-process-servers.com/motion-to-appoint-process-server-lafayette-15th-jdc/

Rural Skip Tracing: Finding evasive defendants in Acadia and Vermilion Parishes where national databases fail.

Eviction Notice Compliance: Serving papers in Carencro, Scott, and Youngsville under new 2026 statutes.

Resources Mentioned:

Download the Template: 2026 15th JDC Motion & Order Template

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