Tenn. Code Ann. § 54-12-129: Service of writ - Acknowledgement

The writ shall be served at least ten (10) days before the time set for the hearing of the matter of the petition, but shall not be issued for or served upon any of the persons described in § 54-12-128 , who shall file with the clerk a statement in writing, signed by the party entering an appearance at the hearing and waiving any additional notice, or the service of the writ may be acknowledged.