What is a waiver of service?

A waiver of service is a legal document in which a defendant in a lawsuit voluntarily agrees to waive their right to be formally served with a copy of the complaint or petition. This document is typically filed with the court, and the defendant is then considered to have received notice of the lawsuit. By signing a waiver of service, the defendant saves time and money as they do not need to be formally served by a process server or sheriff. This also allows the legal process to move forward more quickly and efficiently. However, it is important to note that by waiving service, the defendant is not giving up any of their other legal rights or defenses in the case.