Hastings v. Grooters; 144 Wash.App. 121
Apr 22, 2008OUTCOME: Affirmed
Chris Hastings, the buyer, and Alexander Grooters, the seller, whom I represented, entered into a written real estate contract. When the buyer failed to make payments, the seller filed a notice of inte ... nt to forfeit. No cure was made. However, the buyer filed an action seeking a public sale in lieu of forfeiture pursuant to RCW 61.30.120. The buyer attempted to effect service on the seller by leaving a copy of the summons and complaint with the receptionist at the office of the seller's attorney. The next day the seller recorded the declaration of forfeiture. The trial court granted the seller's motion to dismiss, concluding that the buyer did not personally serve the summons and complaint before the forfeiture was recorded.
