Civil complaints and summons in Nevada are governed by NRCP Rule 4. Personal service on the defendant starts the 20-day response clock. Failure to serve correctly — wrong person, wrong address, undocumented attempt — can void the service entirely and require re-service at your expense.
Personal Service Is Standard
Hand-delivering the summons and complaint to the defendant personally. Most defensible method — uncontestable with proper documentation of date, time, location, and identification.
Substitute Service
Leaving copies with a person of suitable age and discretion at the defendant's dwelling — plus mailing. Both steps documented. Used only after personal service attempt is not practical.
Business Entity Service
Corporations and LLCs are served through their registered agent per NRS Chapter 14, or through an officer or managing agent. Secretary of State records confirmed before first attempt.
20-Day Response Clock
Defendant has 20 days from the date of service to file a response. If no response is filed, plaintiff can move for default judgment. The service date is the legally operative date — not the filing date.
Clark County
Tier 2 Counties
NRCP Rule 4 compliant. Documented service. 20-day clock started with a defensible affidavit.
Call: (602) 675-8633