Jim was very responsive and thorough. He communicated well and answered every question I had since this was my first time to use a process server. He served the papers and provided all the documentation I needed for the courts. I highly recommend him! read more

AD Services was quick, accurate and got the service done professionally. Couldn't ask for better or quicker service! My job was a small claims service, but he did it professionally with an probably difficult defendant. Couldn't ask for any better, or more reasonably priced service! read more

The gentleman who runs the business is prompt, responsive, reasonable priced, and thorough. Highly recommend.

After hiring another process server that was unable to deliver the documents to an evasive individual and had to get an extension from the court, Jim was able to serve the court documents on the first try. Extremely reliable and professional, not to mention he has the best rates compared to all the other process servers I've called for a quote. Jim is the only process server I will use from now on. read more

Stay away. I spoke with Jim about serving court documents to someone at a big tech company as that was the only address we had. If he had really been in business for decades, he should have known how much trouble it was. Instead, he charged us for the service and gave up. He never even attempted to fill out the court form to say he had attempted to serve the documents. Overall, a really poor experience. I'd recommend Bayside Process Services instead as they went to multiple addresses and succeeded in giving us the court documents we needed. [Edit: Jim continues to claim that the address is incorrect or erroneous as stated in other reviews. It seems that he just wants to make a quick buck instead of actually trying to do his job. Again, I would not recommend A D Services Process Service because of his lack of transparency/communication in process serving (first time serving court documents). Other servers know that serving big companies is a pain, and I'm pretty sure Jim knows too - he just isn't up front about it.] read more

Jim did a great job! Very knowledgeable and helpful. Happy that I picked this service company. Also, Price is reasonable. read more

I called for service, and the party was served the very next day. Jim was quick to respond and answer any questions I had. Efficient and responsive! read more

The service was very professional and it was very easy to deal with Jim. We talked the details over the phone. Documents were served in 30 mins as soon as I made the payment. read more

Fantastic work! This was a hard to serve person and Jim and his team successfully served this person. Job WELL DONE! The service was top notch. Communicated clearly and promptly. I called a couple of process service companies before and left a message and one answered in a different language. So frustrating. Then I called Jim and he picked up the call right away. He was clear and concise of what he needed and let me know what to expect. He was thorough. You WILL NOT find any other process server in the Bay Area that even compares to A D Service. Thanks so for your help Jim! read more

I know people think that landlords don't care about their tenants but for some of us that's not true. After numerous complaints (years) and breaking her lease we had to evict her. It was difficult and upsetting. Jim was super understanding, nice and professional. He posted and mailed everyone quickly. I had questions and he made sure they were all answered. I don't want to have anyone served again, but if I have to, I'll go with AD. read more

Now that I've experienced another process server in the area serving my amended petition, I can say without question that AD Services did a very poor job the first time. They promised service within 3-5 days, and promised to update me when they attempted service. It took 3 weeks before he was served, and I never received a single call or email to update me on what was going on. I called every few days to check in, being nervous about the whole divorce process, and they never knew what was going on or why he hadn't been served yet. They also told me they would file the paper with the court, and I realized eventually they did not and filed it myself. I recently had to file an amended petition and I used Islay Management Group. Jeff was extremely professional, kept me updated constantly, and even sent me photos to show that he had completed the service. It was done within 24 hours. read more

They are not knowledgeable and experienced in serving documents to corporations. I learned that you cannot serve legal documents to big corporation since they have registered agency. However, A D should know this and advised me before taking my money. The corporation didn't accept the document from A D, and A D still charges me for the fees. They do not have any experience in serving documents to corporations. read more

High5 to Jim and the process server Kris! Great initial communication with Jim and prompt service. I was trying to do Jim's job by telling him how the server show proceed i.e. pictures...or serving the defendant on the no parking days etc. Jim and his staff didn't need my input and served the defendant within 3 days! I live in Los Angeles and had to trust that Jim would pull the job off in San Francisco and he did! Fantastic! read more

Jim was responsive, professional, and efficient. He rapidly responded to my inquiry and answered all questions. His rates are very reasonable, cheaper than the other process service companies I contacted. He served the court orders within an hour after I met with him and handled the filing with the court. Worth every penny. read more

Filing for divorce without a lawyer is a very confusing and stressful process. Jim was quick to reply to my messages and inquiries. He guided me through the process and served the paperwork in a few days. Jim is a true professional with an easy going attitude who charges a very affordable rate. I'm hoping that I never need his help again, but will gladly seek him out if I do. read more

Jim was very responsive and available to answer all of my questions. They are affordable and got papers served the same day I called him! He made a stressful situation very easy for me. read more

Great Service and accommodating to my needs. Also giving me needed information on the process serving industry.

I had some court papers that I needed served on an individual who is an expert at avoiding service, nearly causing my case to get dismissed. I had the sheriff attempt to serve the individual and hired another server who just took off with my money and not even perform service . Jim did an AMAZING Job at serving the defendant! He responds and works fast, very professional, reliable and someone I will definitely recommend and who's services I would use in the future! Thanks again Jim! read more

I can't imagine anyone looking for a process server under happy circumstances, but Jim handled everything efficiently, professionally, and compassionately. Moreover, we had both accidentally miscalculated how much the service would cost, and I didn't catch it - Jim called me to tell me and refunded the difference immediately. He's honest, hardworking, and I highly recommend his service. read more

I am SO pleased with the entire process of getting my paperwork served by A.D Services. Jim was so helpful, and made an already stressful situation, by far, easier to deal with. Fast, friendly and efficient service. If I ever find myself needing a process server again, I know who I'll call! The transaction seemed almost too easy! Being from out of town, I was concerned, but I was kept informed, and emailed the whole way through, and got a "receipt" email once everything was completed. Seriously, am so thankful to have stumbled upon this business! Thank you guys!!! read more

Jim did a great job. I needed to serve 2 people in Danville at very short notice. He did it and at a very reasonable price. Recommended!!!

Great service, friendly, on time, could not expect more. thanks Jim read more

Responsible, easy to access, very patient to answer my every question. The price was reasonable. Highly recommend!!!

The service is the best. Price is reasonable and highly recommend to use. I would like to give more than five stars to Jim.

Jim Cates, was so helpful with the difficult task of having an individual served with legal papers. They were consummately professional and completed the task quickly and efficiently. Completely worth the small cost they charge. Thank you so much. read more

Was referred to Jim as I needed a restraining order served against my stalker. Jim was friendly, professional and gets the job done. I gave him my order on a Thursday and he served her the next day. He kept in touch me with me the whole time until she got served. I now have another order to have served and I definitely wanted him to do it again. I highly recommend his services and I would totally use him again if I need someone served. read more

Wow! This Jim was so great and I am so happy a friend recommended him to me because we have been trying to get our stolen Labrador back for 14 very long, very tearful, angry months and he served those papers early today even though I just faxed them yesterday afternoon...best phone message I have ever received AND he wad even able to subserve the other party. He deserves a DOZEN stars!! We never would have had a chance for our day in court because those people would not pick up the registered/certified mail...Jim truly made it possible! Not to mention, how reasonably priced and that he is also mailing in the paperwork to the Court. Cannot remember when I have actually been happier. read more

I was impressed how quickly Jim responded to every question I had. His service was quick and professional. Very affordable.

Failed to provide proof of service to the court when he claimed he did and if it wasn't for the fact that I personally went to the court to verify, my case would have been lost, and we're talking about potentially 100k loss. read more

I have used Jim Cates twice in the last two years and he was Superior! This last time, he took the paperwork by email and served the people I needed served in less than 3 hours. I would highly recommend him to anyone that needs a good process server in and around the bay area. read more

I ordered a rush job to a residential address and even though the person being served worked 9-5 Jim served them within the 48hr window. Very professional and I would use them again and recommend them for having someone served. read more

Tiny office, but very quick and efficient. $55 for process service, which is quite high, but not as high as the $95 I was quoted elsewhere. Served VERY quickly, filed the paperwork necessary with the courts, and mailed me confirmation within a week. Highly recommend! read more

I like this process server. Jim is very friendly and professional. After he completed his service, he sent me email. I would strongly recommend Jim. If you want to find process server, I would recommend to find an experienced one like Jim. read more

This was the first time I had ever been involved in a civil suit and I had never used a process server before. Jim was a consummate professional. He was extremely easy to work with, had fair and reasonable prices, and served the other party promptly. Although he is located in Fremont, apparently he provides process service in all 9 bay area counties. I opted for his rush service, as this was for a temporary restraining order, which isn't valid until service to the other party is complete. He was sensitive to the situation and after repeated attempts was able to fulfill service in a couple days. Not only was he swift in the completion of his task, but he had excellent communication and was always accessible. I was able to reach him from morning to evening, even on the weekends and he always kept me informed as to the developments of the service. After he completed service, he worked diligently to help us complete the paperwork necessary to file proof of service. Jim was able to make a very nerve-wracking and anxiety-inducing experience go as smoothly as possible. I would not hesitate to recommend Jim to my family and friends. Thanks Jim!!! read more

I need someone to serve the guy who hit my car in an accident. My friend refer me to Jim. Jim knows the process well and he served the guy the same day I gave him the court papers. He will also file the proof of service to the court and send me a copy for reference. What I really appreciate is he keep me posted and leave me phone message on the progress. I highly recommend Jim if you need someone to serv court papers like me. read more

Jim Cates is the man that gets the job done! He deserves ten stars!! He is extremely professional and efficient. He knows the process well. This was a restraining order and I waited days for the sheriff deputy to serve the papers. I called Jim in the morning and he served the order the same day!! He also served the divorce papers in the same manner. Jim is so reasonably priced for what he does. Don't waste your time with any other process server. Thank you again Mr. Jim Cates!! read more

Needed a process server again...that is not a good thing! This company once again did a fabulous job, got my paper served immediately, took care of the paperwork, made this bad situation so much easier to deal with. They have relocated down the street so give them a call! Thanks A.D. Services, great job again! read more

This company is very unproffesional when it comes to foreclosures. The tactics they use to get their job done could be done by a child. Instead of actually serving the papers to the appropiate parties they wait until the last minute to tape the info to the door and rip off the first page to make it seem like they did it in a timely manner. They failed to rip off the portion that had their contact info along with the dates the info was actually rec'd.....LOL read more