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

Contact Dispatch: 337-247-9027

In this episode of Louisiana Legal Lowdown, we announce our official membership in the French Quarter Business Association (FQBA). Operating from our hub at One Galleria Blvd, we discuss the logistical precision required for process service in the Vieux Carré and New Orleans CBD.

https://metairie-process-servers.com/new-orleans-process-server-fqba-member/

Key Highlights:

Navigating the 24th JDC and Orleans CDC.

The impact of GPS-verified proof and body-cam evidence on litigation.

How local expertise ensures successful service in high-density metro areas.

Contact Us: Metairie Process Servers | (504) 210-8344

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In this episode, Scott Frank discusses the strategic expansion of Lafayette Process Servers LLC into the New Orleans Metro area. We dive into the logistical challenges of serving the 24th JDC and the Metairie corporate corridor, and why "Ironclad Proof" is the new standard for Jefferson Parish attorneys.

https://metairie-process-servers.com/metairie-new-orleans-process-server-new-directory/

Key Topics Covered:

Expansion Announcement: Why we’ve launched our new featured presence on the MyParishNews directory for Metairie.

24th JDC Expertise: Navigating the Gretna courthouse and local service requirements.

The Technology Gap: How GPS-verified data and body-cam footage are eliminating "non-service" disputes in the New Orleans Metro.

Service Tiers: Introduction of Rush and Same-Day service for Jefferson and Orleans Parishes.

Featured Link: View our verified credentials and service map here: https://www.myparishnews.com/businesses/la-metairie-lafayette-process-servers-llc

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Surviving Evasive Defendants in NOLA: Orleans vs. Jefferson Parish

**Episode Summary:**
Discover the critical differences between serving legal documents in Orleans Parish versus Jefferson Parish. We break down the exact strategies used by professional New Orleans process servers to track down evasive defendants, utilize skip tracing, and legally deploy stakeouts to execute a flawless service of process.

https://metairie-process-servers.com/best-new-orleans-process-server/

**Episode Description / Show Notes:**
Welcome back. Today we are talking about serving evasive defendants across the parish line. When you cross from Orleans into Jefferson Parish, the rules of engagement change entirely.

We frequently see landlords trying to serve 5-Day Notices to Vacate on their own, only to have the judge at First City Court throw the case out because the "tacking" procedure wasn't followed to the letter of the law. If a defendant knows you are coming, they will hide.

That is when we deploy skip tracing to execute a process service. We find where they work, where they park, and wait. If they still refuse to open the door, we initiate a stakeout in connection to a process service so we can legally hand-deliver the subpoena the second they leave their property. Don't risk your filing deadline by relying on the backlogged Sheriff's office.

New Orleans Process Server, Orleans Parish Eviction, Jefferson Parish Subpoena, First City Court, Skip Tracing, Process Service Stakeout

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Between the heavy traffic, the massive LSU student population, and the corporate headquarters of thousands of businesses, you need a local expert who knows the routes and the rules of East Baton Rouge Parish.

In this episode, Scott Frank breaks down the unique challenges of process serving in the state capital and why hiring a national directory service often results in missed deadlines at the 19th Judicial District Court.

What We Cover in This Episode:

The "Registered Agent" Hub: Navigating CT Corporation System and CSC to ensure corporate service is executed and stamped immediately.

The LSU Student Shuffle: How we use skip tracing to execute a process service when a student moves off-campus and leaves no forwarding address.

Evasive Defendants: Using a stakeout in connection to a process service to legally serve individuals hiding behind the gates of communities like the Country Club of Louisiana.

Courthouse Courier Services: Why having a dedicated runner for the 19th JDC and Family Court is critical for Baton Rouge law firms.

Links & Resources:

Need papers served in Baton Rouge? Visit Lafayette Process Servers LLC

Read the Full Guide: Baton Rouge Process Server Services Blog

Call Scott:  (225) 243-9669

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: Lafayette Process Servers LLC are not Law Enforcement. We are court-appointed process servers authorized under Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) Article 1293.

We do not act as private investigators for the general public. Any skip tracing, stakeouts, or investigative work discussed in this episode is performed strictly in connection with a process service under court appointment.

No Legal Advice: This content is for informational purposes only. We are not attorneys. If you need legal assistance, please contact a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.

Please Note: All information relates specifically to Louisiana State Law and applicable court procedures. While we exercise due diligence, results of service cannot be guaranteed. Services are billed for time and attempt, not a guaranteed outcome.

Landlords in Lake Charles often lose eviction cases before they even file the suit. Why? Because they treated the 5-Day Notice to Vacate like a sticky note. In Calcasieu Parish (especially Ward 3 City Court), if you cannot prove the tenant actually received the notice, your case is often thrown out.

In this episode, Scott Frank explains the "Calcasieu Curveball" and why serving an eviction notice in Lake Charles is different from Lafayette. Learn why "tacking" (taping it to the door) is risky without a specific lease clause, and how a professional process server protects your property rights.

What We Cover:

The "5-Day" Trap: Why counting weekends and holidays incorrectly ruins your timeline.

Ward 3 vs. Ward 4: Navigating the specific rules of Lake Charles City Court vs. Sulphur.

The "Stakeout" Solution: How we handle tenants who hide inside to avoid the notice (Stakeout in connection to a process service).

Proof of Service: Why a sworn affidavit from a Process Server beats a certified mail receipt every time.

Links & Resources:

Need an Eviction Notice Served? Visit Lafayette Process Servers LLC

Read the Full Guide: Lake Charles Eviction Process Blog

Call Scott: (337) 247-9027

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: Lafayette Process Servers LLC are not Law Enforcement. We are court-appointed process servers authorized under Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) Article 1293.

We do not act as private investigators for the general public. Any skip tracing or investigative work discussed in this episode is performed strictly in connection with a process service under court appointment.

No Legal Advice: This content is for informational purposes only. We are not attorneys. If you need legal assistance, please contact a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.

Sheriff returned your papers "Not Found"? That doesn't mean the case is dead. In Lafayette, a "bad address" often just means the defendant is smart. Whether they work offshore on a 14/14 rotation or live behind a gate in River Ranch, generic online databases can't find them.

In this episode, Scott Frank explains the difference between a basic "people search" and Professional Skip Tracing. Learn how Lafayette Process Servers LLC uses utility data, vehicle sightings, and stakeouts in connection to a process service to locate individuals who don't want to be found.

What We Cover:

The "Oilfield" Problem: Why defendants working for PHI or Bristow are impossible to serve without a rotation schedule.

Gated Communities: How to legally effect service in River Ranch and Le Triomphe.

The "Stakeout" Solution: Why waiting down the street is sometimes the only way to get the papers delivered.

Links & Resources:

Need a Skip Trace? Visit Lafayette Process Servers LLC

Read the Full Guide: Skip Tracing & Process Service Blog

Call Scott: (337) 247-9027

About the Host: Scott Frank is the owner of Lafayette Process Servers LLC. He specializes in high-stakes process serving, skip tracing, and locating hard-to-serve defendants across the 15th JDC and all of Acadiana.

Are you filing your eviction in the wrong court? If you own a rental property in Lafayette Parish, you have two main choices: Lafayette City Court or the 15th Judicial District Court (15th JDC).

In this episode, Scott Frank explains why filing in the wrong one will get your case dismissed immediately, costing you non-refundable filing fees (~$200) and weeks of lost rent.

What We Cover:

The "City Limits" Rule: Why a Lafayette address (70508) doesn't always mean "City Court."

The Utility Bill Trick: How to check your LUS vs. SLEMCO bill to know your jurisdiction instantly.

Youngsville, Broussard & Carencro: Why these areas almost never go to Lafayette City Court.

Process Serving Speed: The difference between using the City Marshal vs. a Private Process Server.

Links & Resources:

Need a Process Server? Visit Lafayette Process Servers LLC

Read the Full Guide: Lafayette City Court vs. 15th JDC Blog Post

Call Scott: (337) 247-9027

About the Host: Scott Frank is the owner of Lafayette Process Servers LLC and a Court appointed private process server. He helps landlords and lawyers navigate the complex world of Louisiana process serving, skip tracing, and eviction enforcement.

Are you acting as your own Registered Agent in Louisiana?

You might be putting your privacy and your business at risk.

In this video, Scott Frank of Lafayette Process Servers LLC explains why listing your home address on the Secretary of State website is a dangerous mistake. Learn how a professional Registered Agent service protects your privacy and prevents "Default Judgments" from ruining your business.

**SECURE YOUR BUSINESS TODAY:** https://lafayette-process-servers.com/louisiana-registered-agent-service/

**Call Scott:** (337) 247-9027

**IN THIS VIDEO:** 0:00 - The "Home Address" Trap (Privacy Risk)

1:15 - What is a Registered Agent?

2:30 - The "Vacation" Nightmare: How You Can Lose a Lawsuit by Default

3:45 - The "Fail-Safe" Guarantee: If Email Fails, We Drive to You!

5:00 - How to Switch Your Agent Today

**WHY CHOOSE LAFAYETTE PROCESS SERVERS LLC?** Unlike big national companies that just scan and email, we offer a "Fail-Safe" guarantee. If our digital notification bounces or you don't reply within 24 hours, our licensed process servers will physically bring the legal documents to you. We ensure you never miss a court date.

**LOCATIONS:** Carencro (Lafayette HQ) Metairie (New Orleans Office) ✅ Serving All 64 Parishes

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Struggling to evict a non-paying tenant in New Orleans? In this video, Scott Frank explains how to navigate the First City Court (East Bank) and Second City Court (Algiers) systems without getting stuck in the backlog.

Most landlords don't know that Orleans Parish is split into two distinct jurisdictions. Filing in the wrong court or serving the "5-Day Notice to Vacate" incorrectly can get your case thrown out by the Judge.

We cover: ✅ The 5-Day Notice: Proper "Tacking" (posting) rules for Orleans Parish. ✅ East Bank vs. West Bank: Knowing which court handles your property. ✅ Private Server vs. Constable: Why we are often faster than the city Constable for the initial service. ✅ GPS Proof: How we prove the tenant received the notice.

Service Areas Covered:

New Orleans East & Gentilly (First City Court)

Mid-City & Lakeview

Algiers & English Turn (Second City Court)

Uptown & Garden District

CHAPTERS: 0:00 - New Orleans Eviction Process Explained 0:45 - First City Court vs. Second City Court (Map) 1:30 - How to Serve the "5-Day Notice to Vacate" 2:15 - Posting on the Door (Tacking) Rules 3:00 - Why Use a Private Process Server? 3:45 - Contact Scott for Rush Service

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