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OAPS

Oregon Association of Process Servers

ActiveEst. 1980stateOregon

Mission Statement

Founded in 1980 for the purpose of promoting, improving and sustaining the professionalism of our state's process service industry.

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About Oregon Association of Process Servers

Geographic Coverage

Oregon statewide; affiliate membership available for out-of-state servers and related businesses

Membership

Who can join:
Oregon Regular members (full voting rights, eligible for office, full directory listing); Oregon Associate members (directory listing in primary county, no vote); Affiliate members (out-of-state servers, related businesses, supporters); screened for felonies and ethics
Annual Dues:
Oregon Regular: $150/year; Oregon Associate: $75/year; Affiliate: $50/year

Leadership

Leadership as of April 2026

  • President: Tea Godfrey
  • Administrator: Stephanie Green
  • Membership Chair: Stephanie Kennedy

Events & Conferences

  • Annual Membership Meeting: November 8, 2025, Salem, OR
  • Quarterly Board Meetings: e.g., May 15, September 18, 2025
  • Committee Meetings: Regular Membership, Education, Legislative, and Website committee meetings via Zoom

Services & Benefits

  • Education (online seminars, tests, and credentials)
  • Printed and online membership directory
  • Member search directory for clients
  • Networking via events and committees
  • Legislative committee involvement
  • Pre-screened professional directory trusted by law firms

Legislative Involvement

OAPS maintains an active Legislative Committee with regular meetings (e.g., October 17, 2025). Chartered by NAPPS in 1995, OAPS participates in Oregon legislative matters affecting process servers.

Notable Information

OAPS was founded in 1980 by Jeff and Carole (early leaders who retired in 2003), making it one of the oldest state process server associations. NAPPS chartered OAPS in 1995. President Tea Godfrey is active in NAPPS events. OAPS maintains a pre-screened professional directory trusted by Oregon law firms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is OAPS?
OAPS, the Oregon Association of Process Servers, is one of the oldest state process server associations in the United States, founded in 1980. Chartered by NAPPS in 1995, OAPS promotes, improves, and sustains the professionalism of Oregon's process service industry through education, a trusted member directory, and legislative advocacy.
How do I join OAPS?
You can join OAPS through oapsonline.com. Membership categories and annual dues: Oregon Regular ($150/year, full voting rights and full directory listing), Oregon Associate ($75/year, directory listing in primary county), and Affiliate ($50/year, for out-of-state servers and industry affiliates). All applicants are screened for felonies and ethics.
When was OAPS founded?
OAPS was founded in 1980 by Jeff and Carole, who led the organization until their retirement in 2003. NAPPS chartered OAPS in 1995. At over four decades old, OAPS is one of the longest-running state process server associations in the country.
What membership types does OAPS offer?
OAPS has three membership types: Oregon Regular ($150/year) with full voting rights and a complete directory listing; Oregon Associate ($75/year) with a directory listing in your primary county but no voting rights; and Affiliate ($50/year) for out-of-state process servers, related businesses, and supporters of the profession.
What are the benefits of OAPS membership?
OAPS members benefit from listing in a pre-screened professional directory trusted by Oregon law firms, online education and credentials, networking at the annual membership meeting and quarterly board meetings, committee participation, and OAPS's legislative advocacy through its active Legislative Committee.
How does OAPS support process servers legislatively?
OAPS maintains an active Legislative Committee that meets regularly (October 2025 session) to monitor and respond to Oregon legislation affecting process servers. As a NAPPS-chartered affiliate, OAPS also participates in national legislative efforts that impact the profession.
Does OAPS hold an annual meeting?
Yes. OAPS holds an Annual Membership Meeting each fall in Salem, Oregon. The 2025 Annual Membership Meeting is scheduled for November 8, 2025. OAPS also holds quarterly board meetings and regular committee meetings throughout the year.

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