What is an “Agent for Service of Process” and who can be such an agent?
An agent for service of process is an individual who resides in California, or a corporation, designated to accept service of process if the business entity is sued. If a corporation is designated as agent for service of process, that corporation must have previously filed a certificate pursuant to California Corporations Code section 1505. Note: A business entity cannot act as its own agent for service of process and no corporation may file pursuant to Section 1505 unless the corporation is currently authorized to engage in business in California and is in good standing on the records of the Secretary of State. An agent for service of process should agree to accept service of process on behalf of the business entity prior to designation.
An agent for service of process is an individual who resides in California, or a corporation, designated to accept service of process (court papers) if the business entity is sued. If a corporation is designated as agent for service of process, that corporation must have previously filed a certificate pursuant to California Corporations Code section 1505.
