If a minor has a guardian, how should they be served?

When serving a minor who has a guardian, it is important to recognize that the legal responsibility for the minor's affairs typically rests with the guardian. Therefore, serving both the minor and their guardian or conservator ensures that the legal rights and interests of the minor are fully represented and protected in legal matters. This approach upholds the principle of ensuring awareness and the opportunity to respond to a legal action.

Serving just the guardian alone would potentially overlook the minor's direct involvement and interests in the case. Conversely, notifying the minor via certified mail would not fulfill the legal requirements for service, as it lacks the formal in-person delivery aspect necessary for proper notification in many jurisdictions. Serving the minor's legal counsel instead would not suffice either since the counsel represents the interests of the minor but does not replace the need to provide direct notification to both the minor and their guardian. Therefore, involving both parties in the service process is essential for comprehensive legal coverage.