Should I get a process server, or can I have a friend serve a subpeona for me?
You mean a summons. It depends on the jurisdiction in which you live. For example, there are laws in NYC that restrict service of process to only licensed individuals, except there are minor exceptions. The most important thing is that the person making the service usually must fill out an affidavit or certificate of service, and they need to prepare that properly or the lawsuit will be vulnerable to being dismissed for lack of jurisdiction if it is defective. Therefore, unless you have an attorney that will assist in preparation of this document, you should hire a process server for $40 to $60. Moreover, to properly serve a corporation, you need to serve somebody who is authorized to accept service. In most states that would mean an officer of the corporation, such as President, Treasurer, or Secretary (not the secretary who does typing and filing). Your friend would have to know who to ask for to make proper service. Lastly, in most states you can serve a corporation a fail proof way
