Local Rule 4.1: Service of Process
M.D. Ala. — Civil rule
Local Rule 4.1 Service of Process Unless otherwise ordered by the Court, the following procedures for service of process apply in this District.
(a) Summons. The provisions of Fed.R.Civ.P. 4 apply in this District. If service is effected by summons, the person effecting service shall make proof thereof to the Court within seven (7) days of the date service is effected. See Fed.R.Civ.P. 4(l).
(b) Waiver of Service. The provisions of Fed.R.Civ.P. 4(d) apply in this District. If service is waived, Plaintiff shall file the waiver of service with the Court within seven (7) days after receipt of the waiver by Plaintiff.