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by Lois Cremin 4 min read

What is the Office of the city attorney's office?

The Office functions as both advisor and advocate as it pursues the City's goals while remaining dedicated to principles of ethical behavior, efficiency and accountability.

What are the rules of civil procedure in the state of Kentucky?

Kentucky Rules of Civil Procedure. Summons – Issuance – By whom served. Upon the filing of the complaint (or other initiating document) the clerk shall forthwith issue the required summons and, at the direction of the initiating party, either: Place a copy of the summons and complaint (or other initiating document) to be served in an envelope,...

What is the role of the city attorney?

The City Attorney is appointed by the City Council pursuant to section 4.17 of the City Charter to be the chief legal advisor of the Council, the Mayor, the Chief Administrative Officer and all departments, boards, commissions and agencies of the City in all matters affecting the interests of the City.

Is a court security officer not considered hazardous duty in Kentucky?

.3979 Court security officer not considered hazardous duty position -- Ineligibility for Kentucky Law Enforcement Foundation Program fund. .398 Statutory provisions not superseded by KRS 15.380 to 15.404. .400 Effect of KRS 15.380 to 15.404 on officers employed before or after December 1, 1998 -- Exception to Open Records Act.

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What is the service of process in Kentucky?

Kentucky’s rules governing service of process in civil actions are unique and potentially burdensome to plaintiffs. Whatever method of service is chosen is fraught with risks of delay and noncompliance, whether through personal service, service on corporations, or constructive service through warning order attorneys.

What happens if a warning order attorney fails to take the steps required by the civil rules?

If the warning order attorney fails to take the steps required by the civil rules, another warning order attorney must be appointed and the service clock starts anew. Second, as to resident businesses, service must be obtained on the registered agent.

What is KRS 14A.4-040?

KRS 14A.4-040 calls for service on a resident corporation or partnership through its agent registered for service of process. However, if such service fails, the statutes allow for service to be completed by mailing the summons and complaint by certified mail to any officer or managing agent at the corporation or partnership’s principal office.

What is a warning order attorney?

A warning order attorney does not represent the party in any capacity unless that party requests representation and the warning order attorney agrees.

How long does a warning order attorney have to file a lawsuit?

The warning order attorney then has 50 days to attempt to locate and inform the party of the pending lawsuit and file a report setting forth the steps taken to notify the party, whether the notification was successful, and whether there are any defenses available. Service is deemed complete 30 days after entry of the warning order attorney.

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