Home A Landlord’s Guide to the Metairie Eviction Process | First Parish Court
If you’re seeking a Metairie Eviction Process Guide, especially in relation to the First Parish Court and the 5-Day Notice, evicting a tenant in Metairie is not as simple as posting a note on the door. In fact, Jefferson Parish has specific rules, and filing in the wrong court or serving a notice incorrectly will get your case dismissed. Consequently, you lose time, money, and another month of rent.
As your local legal support experts, Metairie Process Servers (Lafayette Process Servers LLC) has created this guide to help you navigate the Jefferson Parish system. Whether you need to serve a 5-Day Notice or file a suit at the First Parish Court, we are here to ensure your paperwork is flawless.
The 5-Day Notice: You must serve a “Notice to Vacate” before you can file a lawsuit.
The Right Court: Evictions for Metairie and the East Bank are handled at the First Parish Court of Jefferson (not the 24th JDC or Second Parish Court).
Proper Service is Critical: A text message is not a legal notice. You need a professional Affidavit of Service to prove to the judge that the tenant was notified.
We Can Help: We handle the service of the 5-Day Notice and can act as your Courthouse Runner to file your paperwork.
First, you must legally notify the tenant that they have five business days to pay or move out.
What it is: A formal written demand for possession of the premises.
How to Serve it: You cannot simply mail it or email it. Louisiana law requires you to either (1) hand it to the tenant personally or (2) “tack” (post) it on the front door of the premises if they are not home.
Why Hire a Professional? If you do this yourself, it’s your word against the tenant’s. However, when we serve it, we provide a notarized Affidavit of Service. This is third-party proof that holds up in court.
If the tenant refuses to leave after five days, you must file an eviction lawsuit (called a “Rule for Possession”).
Where to File in Metairie: For properties in Metairie and the East Bank of Jefferson Parish, you must file at:
First Parish Court of Jefferson: 924 David Dr, Metairie, LA 70003.
Don’t Wait in Line: Our Courthouse Runners visit the First Parish Court daily. We can take your paperwork, file it with the clerk, and pay your fees, saving you hours of wasted time.
Once filed, the court will issue a “Rule for Possession” that must be served on the tenant, notifying them of the court date.
Important: While the Constable often handles this, you can motion the court to appoint a private process server like us.
Why use us? We are often faster than the Constable.
Evasive Tenants: If your tenant is hiding, we use advanced skip tracing and surveillance techniques to ensure they are served so your hearing can proceed.
transcript-How to Evict a Tenant in Metairie, LA (First Parish Court Guide)
“I own rental properties in Metairie and Kenner. I used to handle evictions myself, but I missed a step and the judge threw out my case. Now, I call Metairie Process Servers for every 5-Day Notice. They are fast, professional, and their paperwork is always perfect.” David B– Property Manager, Metairie, LA
Q: What happens if I just change the locks?
A: Never do this. It is an illegal “self-help” eviction. The tenant can sue you for damages. You must follow the legal court process at the First Parish Court.
Q: Does the 5-day notice include weekends?
A: No. The “5 days” are business days. You do not count weekends or legal holidays.
Q: Can you help if the tenant has already moved but left their stuff?
A: That is a different process called “abandonment.” We can help you serve the necessary notices to legally regain control of your property.
Don’t let a bad tenant cost you more money. Instead, let our professional team handle the notice and the filing.
Contact us today at (504) 210-8344 or upload your 5-Day Notice immediate service.
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Scott Frank is the founder of Lafayette Process Servers LLC, bringing over 20 years of dedicated experience in Louisiana legal support services. He is a recognized expert in landlord-tenant procedures and navigating the First Parish Court in Jefferson Parish.
This information is for educational purposes only and not legal advice. Consequently, you must consult with a qualified Louisiana attorney for your specific case. We are not lawyers; we are professional process servers.