Three district courts
The 15th covers the City of Ann Arbor, the 14B covers Ypsilanti Township, and the 14A covers everything else. The circuit and probate courts sit together as the Washtenaw County Trial Court on E. Huron St.
PROCESS SERVER · MICHIGAN
Process server in
Washtenaw County, MI
Washtenaw County has a large university, a lot of rental housing, and small towns like Chelsea, Dexter, and Manchester. People move often here, so a current address and a backup are worth their weight in gold.
We serve throughout the county for cases in the Washtenaw County Trial Court, the three district courts, and courts elsewhere in Michigan.
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WHERE WE SERVE
Cities and townships in Washtenaw County
- Ann Arbor
- Ypsilanti
- Ypsilanti Township
- Pittsfield Township
- Saline
- Chelsea
- Dexter
- Milan
- Manchester
- Scio Township
- Superior Township
- Ann Arbor Township
- Northfield Township
- Lima Township
City pages
COURTS
Courts in Washtenaw County
- 22nd Circuit CourtPart of the Washtenaw County Trial Court, 101 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor.
- Washtenaw County Probate CourtPart of the Washtenaw County Trial Court, Ann Arbor.
- 15th Judicial District CourtCity of Ann Arbor. Ann Arbor Justice Center.
- John B. Collins 14B District CourtYpsilanti Township.
- 14A District CourtThe rest of the county. Locations in Pittsfield Township, Ypsilanti, Chelsea, and Saline.
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 Washtenaw County.
Students and short leases
Many tenants are on one-year leases. If you have a prior address, a workplace, or a phone number, include it in case the person has moved.
Hospitals and institutions
Serving someone inside a hospital or similar institution has its own rule: MCR 2.103(C) requires service by the person in charge or their designee. Tell us up front so we can plan for it.
WHAT WE SERVE
Papers we deliver
in Washtenaw 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 Washtenaw 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 legal papers in Michigan?
MCR 2.103(A) lets any legally competent adult who isn’t a party, or an officer of a corporate party, serve process. Writs of restitution and orders requiring arrest are the exception and need a sheriff, deputy, or court officer.
Can you serve someone who is in a hospital?
Yes, but differently. Under MCR 2.103(C), service on someone in a hospital, home, or government institution is made by the person in charge of the institution or their designee. We’ll coordinate that with the facility.
Is certified mail good enough?
It can be. MCR 2.105(A)(2) permits registered or certified mail with return receipt and restricted delivery. Service is complete only when the defendant acknowledges receipt, and the signed green card has to be attached to your proof of service.
Can I serve my ex myself?
No. A party to the case can’t serve process under MCR 2.103(A). A friend over 18 technically could, but a professional server avoids conflict and gives you a clean proof of service.
What does your proof of service include?
The name of the person served, the date, time, and address, how the papers were delivered, and our signature. That covers the facts MCR 2.104(A) requires for filing.