Agent for acceptance of service

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000438",
  "term": "Agent for acceptance of service",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "An individual or entity officially designated to receive legal documents, such as summonses and complaints, on behalf of another party in a legal proceeding. This designation allows for proper notification of lawsuits or other legal actions when the principal party is unavailable or located in another jurisdiction. Corporations often appoint a registered agent in each state where they conduct business for this purpose.",
  "see_also": [
    "agent for service of process"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/agent-for-acceptance-of-service/"
}