Acceptance of Service
(PA)


Summary

This template is an acceptance of service pursuant to Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 402(b). You should use this template to accept service of original process in Pennsylvania. This template contains practical guidance, drafting notes, and an alternate clause. Pa. R.C. P. No. 402(b) provides that a defendant, or that defendant's authorized agent, may accept service of original process in lieu of the applicable service rules. If the defendant or its agent chooses to do so, they must file a notice of acceptance of service with the court substantially in the form provided in Rule 402(b). Familiarize yourself with the applicable state and local rules and practice regarding acceptance of service before approaching this task and editing this template. For a full listing of key content covering fundamental civil litigation tasks throughout a Pennsylvania state court litigation lifecycle, see Civil Litigation Fundamentals Resource Kit (PA). For an in-depth discussion on serving process ...