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Legal Notice Publication

We place legal notices in adjudicated newspapers of general circulation and return the proof of publication you need to file with the court.

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Legal notice publication for law firms, businesses & individuals

When the law requires a public notice, it has to run in the right newspaper, for the right number of weeks, in the right form. We place legal notices in adjudicated newspapers of general circulation and deliver the proof of publication you need.

From court-ordered summons by publication to fictitious business names and name changes, we manage the schedule so your filing deadlines are met.

Need legal notice publication? Start a service request or call (888) 531-2220.

Free quote

Clear, upfront quotes for every LA County address, confirmed before any work begins.

  • Urgent – special handling / instructions
  • Same-day rush
  • Rush (24–48 hours)
  • Standard (3–5 days)

What is legal notice publication?

Legal notice publication is the printing of a required notice in a newspaper a court has adjudicated as a newspaper of general circulation. It gives public notice when the law requires it, or when a person can’t be found for personal service.

Requirements vary by notice type. Many California notices run once a week for four consecutive weeks, and service by publication requires a court order under CCP §415.50. Missing a run date or using the wrong paper can mean starting over.

Our legal notice publication solution

Everything below is part of a standard order — no surprises on your invoice.

Notice review

We check the notice and any court order before placing it.

Newspaper selection

An adjudicated paper that meets the legal requirements.

Scheduling

Run dates planned around your filing deadlines.

Run-date tracking

We confirm each run as it is published.

Proof of publication

The newspaper’s affidavit delivered to you.

Court filing

Proof filed with the court on request.

Why choose ProcessServerLA?

The right partner keeps your case on schedule. Every assignment is handled with accuracy, clear communication and care for your documents.

  • Local LA County servers who know the area
  • Accurate, by-the-book work
  • Standard, rush, same-day and urgent options
  • Clear status updates at every step
  • Secure, confidential document handling
  • Upfront quotes, confirmed before we start

Publication support

  • Summons by publication
  • Fictitious business name statements
  • Name change orders
  • Probate notices
  • Trustee sale and lien sale notices
  • Diligent-search declarations

Legal documents we serve

  • Summons & Complaints
  • Small Claims
  • Cross-Complaints
  • Personal Subpoenas
  • Records Subpoenas
  • Restraining Orders
  • Evictions & Unlawful Detainers
  • Family Law
  • Probate Matters
  • Writs of Execution
  • Wage Garnishments
  • Bank Levies
  • Notices & Letters

How to hire us

Two simple ways to get started, depending on how often you need us.

One-time request

For a single case or assignment

1

Submit a request

Fill out the Start a Service Request form and attach your documents.

2

Confirm price & timing

We review your request and send a quote and invoice. Work begins once it’s approved.

3

We get to work

We serve, file or deliver, with status updates as it happens.

4

Receive your proof

Your proof of service or filed copies are emailed to you. Want the proof filed with the court? Just ask in step 1.

Ongoing work

Attorneys, firms & businesses

1

Open a firm account

Contact us to set up an account with billing that fits your practice.

2

Send documents anytime

Submit requests online whenever you need us.

3

We meet your deadlines

Evenings, weekends and urgent handling until the job is done.

4

Proofs & billing

Proofs delivered by email and eFiled on request, with consolidated invoices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does publication take?

Many notices run once a week for four consecutive weeks, plus time to receive the proof of publication.

Which newspaper will you use?

One adjudicated for the area and notice type, chosen to meet legal requirements at a reasonable cost.

When is publication of a summons allowed?

In California, a court may order service by publication when the party can’t be found after reasonable diligence (Code of Civil Procedure § 415.50). You must ask the court and show the efforts you made to locate the person.

Do I need a court order to publish?

For publication of a summons, yes. Other legal notices, such as fictitious business name statements or name changes, have their own publication requirements. Tell us the notice type and we’ll confirm the process.

What is an adjudicated newspaper?

An adjudicated newspaper is one a California superior court has approved to publish legal notices for a given area. Using one is required for most legal publications.

What is proof of publication?

It is a sworn statement from the newspaper confirming the dates your notice ran. You file it with the court to show publication was completed.

Start today

Fast, accurate legal notice publication

Send us the details and we’ll review your request, confirm price and timing, and contact you about next steps.

Have documents ready? Use the Start a Service Request form to upload them.

Price confirmed firstYou approve the quote before any work begins.

Every speed optionStandard, rush, same-day rush and urgent handling.

All of LA County88 cities, every LASC courthouse.

ConfidentialYour case details stay private and secure.

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