I’m in the middle of a civil lawsuit in Florida and need to file an online (e-file) notice of subpoena to a third party. Has anyone done this before? What’s the process like, and are there any tips for avoiding mistakes?
I’ve done this before. First, you need to have your notice of subpoena drafted. Then, log into the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal to upload it.
Ellis said:
I’ve done this before. First, you need to have your notice of subpoena drafted. Then, log into the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal to upload it.
Thanks! Do I need to follow a specific format for the notice, or does the portal have templates?
Ellis said:
I’ve done this before. First, you need to have your notice of subpoena drafted. Then, log into the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal to upload it.
There’s no template in the portal, but your notice should comply with Florida Rules of Civil Procedure. If you’re unsure, a lawyer can help review it.
Make sure to notify all involved parties about the subpoena. You’ll also need to include proof of service once it’s issued.
Ben said:
Make sure to notify all involved parties about the subpoena. You’ll also need to include proof of service once it’s issued.
How do I provide proof of service? Is that done through the portal too?
Ben said:
Make sure to notify all involved parties about the subpoena. You’ll also need to include proof of service once it’s issued.
Yep, you can upload your proof of service in the same case file through the e-filing portal.
Double-check the third party’s information before filing. Incorrect details can delay the process.
Wes said:
Double-check the third party’s information before filing. Incorrect details can delay the process.
Good call. Do you know if the third party gets notified directly through the portal, or do I handle that?
Wes said:
Double-check the third party’s information before filing. Incorrect details can delay the process.
You’ll need to serve them directly. The portal doesn’t notify third parties—it’s just for filing with the court.
If it’s your first time using the portal, it can be a little tricky. Make sure you have your case number and other details handy when filing.
Daryn said:
If it’s your first time using the portal, it can be a little tricky. Make sure you have your case number and other details handy when filing.
Thanks for the heads-up. Does the portal save your info for future filings, or do you have to re-enter everything each time?
Daryn said:
If it’s your first time using the portal, it can be a little tricky. Make sure you have your case number and other details handy when filing.
It saves most of your case info, so you won’t have to re-enter it every time. Makes it easier for multiple filings!
FYI, after you file, you’ll get a confirmation email. Keep that as proof of your filing just in case.
Sam said:
FYI, after you file, you’ll get a confirmation email. Keep that as proof of your filing just in case.
That’s good to know. Is the confirmation email immediate, or does it take a while?
Sam said:
FYI, after you file, you’ll get a confirmation email. Keep that as proof of your filing just in case.
It’s usually pretty quick, like within a few minutes. If you don’t see it, check your spam folder!