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Questions & answers
The questions legal teams ask us most. Can't find yours? Get in touch.
Ordering
Who can open a CanServe account?
Law firms, legal departments, collection agencies, insurers, and public bodies in Canada. Sign up online and we'll review your firm before your account is switched on.
What do I need to place an order?
The name of the person or business to serve, the address (and a pin on the map), your matter reference, and the documents. Photos of the person help the server identify them.
Can I get a quotation before ordering?
Yes. Create a quotation PDF from the last step of an order. It holds the price for the period shown on the quotation.
Do you serve in Quebec?
Yes. In Quebec, originating applications are generally served by a bailiff, and we arrange that for you.
Timing and results
How fast is the first attempt?
Choose Rush, Priority, or Standard when you order. Each speed has its own first-attempt promise, shown on our pricing page, and every case shows its due date.
What happens if the address is wrong?
The case is flagged as needing your action straight away, with the server's note. You can give a new address or add an address investigation.
What if the person can't be served?
You receive a declaration setting out every attempt. It's the record you'd use if you apply for substituted service.
Billing
How is sales tax charged?
GST, HST, or QST is charged according to the province on your firm's billing address. Our GST/HST number is printed on every invoice.
How can we pay?
Pay invoices in your dashboard, or by Interac e-Transfer, cheque, or wire quoting the invoice number. Every payment gets a numbered receipt.
Are court fees included?
No. Court filing fees are passed through at cost and shown as a separate line.
Your account
How do I add colleagues?
Admins invite team members from Account admin → Team members, and choose who else is an admin.
Is our data kept separate from other firms?
Yes. Your team only ever sees your firm's cases, invoices, and activity.
I signed up. When can I sign in?
Once we've approved your firm. You'll sign in at the customer portal with the email and password you chose.
Put your next serve on track
Open an account for your firm. Once it's approved, your team can order service, follow every attempt, and download proof from one dashboard.