Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Service of Process — Service on Corporation — Service at Branch or Liaison Office Ineffective

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

Service on a corporation is only effective if made at its registered or head office or upon its principal officers. Service at a branch or liaison office is bad and ineffective. The principle applies to all civil proceedings involving corporate bodies. The rule ensures proper…

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