2018 Mid-Atlantic Association of Professional Process Servers (MAAPPS) Annual Meeting

PEOPLE, PURPOSE & PASSION:  THE PATHWAY TO SUCCESS
The Mid-Atlantic Association of Professional Process Servers (MAAPPS), is holding their Annual Meeting and elections on Saturday, November 10, 2018 in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Each year, MAAPPS holds this meeting in accordance with our bylaws in order to update members on the overall status of the organization; review old and address new business objectives; and announce newly elected or re-elected volunteers to serve on the Board of Directors.

Now in its eighth year, the 2018 Annual Meeting agenda will include insights, takeaways and speakers on a range of topics that our members have identified as being relevant to them and/or their companies, including existing and proposed new projects in the areas of education, fundraising, legislation and policy as well as general industry updates. A special address will highlight chartership status and focus on our purpose and passion in the coming months to make the association even more effective.
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​Event Details

 Saturday, November 10, 2018
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Gentleman Jim's
18717 Earhart Court
Gaithersburg, MD 20879

$10.00/per person for pizza and beverages.
(Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at the bar)

50/50 Raffle with prizes and much more!

What is a Registered Agent?

A registered agent is a person or company designated to receive service of process and official mail on behalf of a business. Each state requires registered business entities (corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Limited Partnerships, etc.) to appoint a registered agent on its formation documents. These formation documents (often called articles of organization or articles of incorporation) are filed with the state and the information listed in the formation documents becomes public record. When an individual, government agency, or process server wants to formally contact a business, they will look up the registered agent information on record with the state and send mail or legal documents to the business’ registered agent. When a registered agent receives a document on behalf of a client, they will forward all relevant documentation in a timely manner.

Power Tips to Get More Done at Work

Want to become more productive at work? Changing just a few crucial habits will help. Take a look at these power-charged suggestions!

Arrive early
If possible, show up a half hour to an hour before your organization’s start time, so you can work in peace, with no distractions from emails, phone calls, or fellow workers.

Prioritize
A daily to-do list is vital to success. Update it during the day, so you’re always feeling—and being—productive.

MAAPPS 2017 Annual Meeting and Election: Honoring the Past, Treasuring the Present, Shaping the Future

Pictures above are our newly installed and returning MAAPPS Board of Directors. Front row from right to left: Andrea Berman, Director
(Priority Process); Lisa Garton, Director (Priority Process); Parsippany Howard, Director (Kaundre Judicial Services) / Back row from right to left: Charles Proffitt -Director (Patriot Process Service); Robert (Bobby) DeLacy, III, Treasurer (D. M. Professional Services) Bruce Howard, President (Kaundre Judicial Services). Not pictured: Matt Louderback, Vice President (District Legal Services); Brandi Sine, Secretary (Chesapeake Process Service, Inc.) 

On Saturday, November 4, 2017, the Mid-Atlantic Association of Professional Process Servers ("MAAPPS") held its annual meeting and election at family owned and operated establishment, Gentleman Jim’s in Gaithersburg, Maryland. This year’s theme was “Honoring the Past, Treasuring the Present, Shaping the Future”. Additionally, we are pleased to announce that this month also commemorates our seventh year as an organization.

Several members were in attendance, while multiple guests were welcomed and greeted in the privately reserved lounge. The atmosphere was quite delightful as everyone feasted upon gourmet pizza and assorted soft drinks, which was partially funded by a donation from MAAPPS. There were many familiar faces along with new members and first-time visitors too! As MAAPPS continues to extend networks and opportunities for its members in collaboration with other industry bodies, we also hosted exclusive guest speakers from Lincoln Heritage Life Insurance Company, Rapid Process Serving, and The Law Offices of RA Wood. This occasion also achieved election of the newly appointed 2018 Officers and Board of Directors as follows:

Western Maryland Next to Launch MDEC 

Beginning in October 2017, Allegany, Garrett, Frederick, and Washington counties will become the latest jurisdictions to offer Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC). With the implementation of MDEC on Monday, October 16, 2017, attorneys filing in District and Circuit courts in these jurisdictions, as well as appellate filings originating in these jurisdictions, will be required to file electronically. This applies to all attorneys in Maryland who practice law in Western Maryland.

The launch in Western Maryland follows the successful implementation of electronic filing in Southern Maryland, on the Eastern Shore, and in Anne Arundel County. MDEC is currently operational in Anne Arundel, Calvert, Caroline, Cecil, Charles, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, St. Mary’s, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. The Judiciary is on pace to achieve the goal to bring MDEC to every court by 2021.

Upcoming MAAPPS 2017 Annual Meeting & Elections

Honoring the Past, Treasuring the Present, Shaping the Future

The Mid-Atlantic Association of Professional Process Servers (MAAPPS) is holding their annual meeting and elections on Saturday, November 4, 2017 in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Join your fellow process servers to participate in elections of officers and board of directors, as well as networking opportunities. Members and non-members are welcome to share and discuss the process serving industry, current relevant activities, and topics in process serving today.

The agenda will include defining the rules of governance, more specifically review and discussion of the bylaws and policies, along with the recruitment and election of board members. Additional objectives comprise of defining the performance expectations of board members and ensuring the organization’s compliance with regulations. A special address will highlight proposed strategy and direction of the association and its work. This meeting will ultimately assess the needs of the organization’s target objectives, to envision the role of the organization in the process serving community it serves, and to plan the route to achieving this role.

NEW 2017 Virginia Legislation

New legislation has been introduced in Virginia. It is Virginia Senate Bill 823 - A bill to amend and re-enact - that grants access for the purpose of service of process to allow access.

We here at The Legal Process Lady support this legislation. Please join us in our efforts to see the bill amendment passed. You can find further information on the website of my local association listed below on how you can join our efforts.

Show your support today at http://www.maapps.org/legislation.html

You have the option of obtaining a letter to use in sending your support to this matter to the legislative body.