Process Serving · 1–2 day first attempt
Rush Process Serving in Tennessee
Rush service puts a field agent at the recipient's address within 1–2 days of receipt, priced at twice the county routine rate.
Deadlines measured in days
Papers arrived late, a motion was filed on short notice, or the 90-day window is nearly closed. You need someone at the door this week, not next.
Rush is built for that. It is still a planned serve with a written quote, which separates it from Same Day Rush, where the clock starts on receipt and availability has to be checked first.
What rush service covers
First attempt within 1–2 days at 2× the county routine rate, with full body-camera documentation.
- First attempt in 1–2 daysThe serve is prioritized in the county chapter's schedule once the quote is confirmed.
- Priced at 2×Twice the routine starting rate for the recipient's county.
- Deadline-aware planningAttempts are timed around the date you give us and spread across different hours.
- Attempt reportingUnsuccessful attempts are reported so you can plan a fallback before the deadline.
- Full proof packageBody-camera footage, GPS attempt log, return and signed affidavit.
What it costs in Davidson County
Every county has its own published starting rate. Nashville and Davidson County are shown here; look up any of the 95 counties on the pricing map.
Davidson County · Middle Tennessee
Published starting rates from the DFS rate guide. Final pricing depends on location, urgency and document readiness and is confirmed in writing before the first attempt. *Same Day Rush availability is assessed case by case; any request for service within 24 hours is billed as Same Day Rush. ^Filing and courier work may carry added fees for urgent or special handling.
How rush orders move
- Send papers early in the dayEarlier receipt gives the agent more of the 1–2 day window to work with.
- Approve the quoteCounty, tier and price are confirmed in writing first.
- Field work startsThe agent makes the first attempt within 1–2 days and logs each one.
- Return issuedThe signed affidavit and return follow a completed serve.
Rush beside its neighbors
| Tier | First attempt | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Urgent | 3–5 days | 1.5× |
| Rush | 1–2 days | 2× |
| Same Day Rush | Within 2 hours | 3× |
Rush is not same day
If you need the papers served within 24 hours, the order is billed as Same Day Rush, not Rush.
- The 1–2 day window covers the first attempt; a recipient who is away may take more.
- Remote or rural addresses can affect scheduling; the quote will reflect the county.
- Example: a $95 Knox County routine rate becomes a $190 rush starting rate, confirmed in writing.
Questions about rush process serving
What happens if the rush attempt fails?
The agent records the attempt and returns at a different time of day. You are kept informed so you can decide on next steps before your deadline.
Can I order rush service on a Friday?
Yes. Send the papers and DFS will confirm in the written quote how the 1–2 day window applies to your order.
Why does rush cost twice the routine rate?
It moves your serve ahead of other work and commits field time on short notice.
Guides on this topic
Longer answers from the DFS Guides & FAQ.
Related services
Next steps and alternatives that often go with this work.
Reviewed October 2026 by Delator Field Services. General information, not legal advice.
Papers ready to go out?
Send the documents and the recipient’s last known address through the request form. DFS confirms the county, tier and price in writing before the first attempt.
Questions first? Call or text (629) 310-8667 or email contact@delatorgroup.com.