Two district court locations
The 72nd District Court sits in the county courthouse in Port Huron and also at a downriver location in Marine City. Check which one is on your paperwork before a hearing.
PROCESS SERVER · MICHIGAN
Process server in
St. Clair County, MI
St. Clair County runs along the St. Clair River from Port Huron, at the foot of Lake Huron, down through Marysville, St. Clair, Marine City, and Algonac, with farm towns and townships inland.
Circuit, district, and probate cases are heard at the St. Clair County Courthouse in Port Huron, and the 72nd District Court also has a location in Marine City. We serve the people in those cases, and in cases from any other Michigan court, throughout the county.
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WHERE WE SERVE
Cities and townships in St. Clair County
- Port Huron
- Marysville
- St. Clair
- Marine City
- Algonac
- Yale
- Capac
- Emmett
- Fort Gratiot Township
- Port Huron Township
- Kimball Township
- Clay Township
- China Township
- East China Township
- Burtchville Township
- Clyde Township
COURTS
Courts in St. Clair County
- 31st Circuit CourtSt. Clair County Courthouse, 201 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron.
- St. Clair County Probate CourtSt. Clair County Courthouse, 201 McMorran Blvd., Port Huron.
- 72nd District CourtSt. Clair County. Courthouse in Port Huron, plus a location at 2088 S. Parker St., Marine City.
Filing in a court outside this list? We can still serve a defendant who lives or works here. Service follows the person, not the court.
LOCAL DETAILS
Serving papers in St. Clair County.
Island and riverfront addresses
Harsens Island is reached by ferry, and many river homes have seasonal residents. Tell us whether the person lives there year-round.
Rural inland townships
Away from the river, homes in townships around Yale, Capac, and Emmett can sit far back from the road. A description of the house or a landmark helps.
WHAT WE SERVE
Papers we deliver
in St. Clair County.
Most assignments are one of these. Have something else? Send the details and we’ll let you know.
Summons and complaints
Personal delivery to individuals, and service on businesses through an officer or registered agent.
Subpoenas
Witness and records subpoenas. Tell us the appearance or production date and whether a witness fee is enclosed.
Divorce and family law papers
Divorce complaints, custody and support filings, and motions, handled with discretion.
Eviction and landlord-tenant papers
Summons and complaints in summary proceedings for landlords, property managers, and their attorneys.
Small claims
Small claims affidavits and summonses when you’d rather not rely on certified mail.
Send the request
Use the online form or email the documents with the name, address, and your deadline.
We confirm the details
We review the address and timing, then confirm pricing and instructions before starting.
Service attempts
Attempts follow the plan and instructions agreed for your assignment.
Proof of service
You receive a signed proof of service stating when, where, how, and on whom the papers were served.
FAQ
Serving papers in St. Clair County: common questions.
General information about Michigan court rules, not legal advice. Your attorney or the court clerk can answer questions about your specific case.
Who can serve papers in St. Clair County?
Under MCR 2.103(A), any legally competent adult who isn’t a party to the case, or an officer of a corporate party, may serve process. The rule is the same in every Michigan county.
Can you serve papers from a court outside St. Clair County?
Yes. Service follows the person, not the court. Papers from any Michigan court can be served on someone who lives or works in St. Clair County.
Can papers be left with someone else at the house?
Not for a regular civil summons. MCR 2.105(A) calls for personal delivery to the defendant or restricted-delivery mail, unless the court orders alternate service. In eviction cases, MCR 4.201(D) allows delivery to a household member of suitable age.
How long is a summons good for?
Under MCR 2.102(D), a summons expires 91 days after it is issued unless the court orders a second summons. Landlord-tenant summary proceedings aren’t subject to that deadline.
How many attempts do you make?
Michigan’s rules don’t set a fixed number. We agree on the number and timing of attempts with you before we start.