Party not named in action holds documents

[alexanderkos]

Hello,
I need escrow papers from a third party in a lawsuit I am involved in. Actually it is the broker who handled a real estate transaction. I tried to send the opposing counsel a demand for production of documents to forward to this company and he refused. As pro per I know I cannot subpoena on my own. Since they are possible witnesses I know I cannot contact them. Can I subpoena the records by filling out a subpoena for records and having the court clerk stamp it or do I have to file for a motion to go before the court. What is the first step in this process.
Thanks
Michael

 

[jharris352]

You can subpoena the documents through the court, but I'm not sure of the process in CA. Army Judge will probably know, he knows EVERYTHING.

 

[alexanderkos]

Hi,
I would fill out a subpoena, take it to the court clerk, send a copy to opposing counsel and have the company served? Is that the process? Could I serve by mail?
Thanks
Michael

 

[jharris352]

Ask the Clerk of Court. Tell them you need a subpoena for documents from a non-party. They should be able to help you with the process. What you stated sounds right.