Subpoena Service for Attorneys, Insurers & Businesses
At Tristar Investigations, we provide comprehensive subpoena services for civil and criminal cases. Our California private investigators specialize in difficult situations, locating evasive individuals, confirming addresses, and using fieldwork or surveillance when required. Whether you need records, testimony, or witness appearance enforced, we ensure compliance with California law at every step.
Serving legal papers often demands more than a routine knock on the door. Our team uses advanced research tools, vehicle checks, and discreet monitoring to confirm identities and deliver documents effectively. With extensive experience across California, we have assisted law firms, insurance carriers, and businesses with time-sensitive and complex subpoenas.
Skilled Investigators
Licensed professionals with proven experience handling California service of subpoenas, including evasive or high-profile cases.
Verified & Documented Service
Every attempt is logged, photographed, and supported with affidavits that hold up under court scrutiny.
Statewide Reliability
Attorneys and law firms across California trust our investigators for service of subpoena California cases, from Los Angeles to Sacramento.
Why Professional Subpoena Services Matter
Subpoenas that are not served properly can delay trials, compromise evidence, and even risk case dismissal. Standard process servers often lack the investigative expertise required when someone actively avoids being served. Tristar’s licensed investigators fill that gap.
- Experienced in handling evasive defendants, reluctant witnesses, and complex legal requirements.
- Clear, court-ready affidavits and documentation to support your case.
- Flexible strategies tailored to urgent deadlines, sensitive matters, and high-priority clients.
- Investigations conducted discreetly, protecting client confidentiality.
- Relied on by attorneys, insurers, and paralegals across California.
- Proven track record of completing service where routine servers have failed.
Subpoena Investigation Packages
Every subpoena service case is unique; some require basic field attempts, while others demand advanced surveillance and in-depth research. At Tristar Investigation, we’ve designed flexible subpoena service packages that adapt to the complexity of your case. From straightforward document delivery to difficult, evasive subjects, our licensed investigators use proven methods to ensure legal documents are served lawfully, on time, and with clear documentation.
Each package combines fieldwork, research, and discretion, giving attorneys, insurers, and businesses the confidence that their subpoenas are being handled with professionalism and persistence. Whether it’s a routine service or a high-priority matter involving evasive individuals, we provide reliable solutions backed by decades of investigative experience.
Plan
Price
Details
Level 1 – Initial Assessment
$350
Includes tactics review, field inspection, stealth service attempts, and project assessment with status updates.
Level 2 – Expanded Research
$550
Provides subject research, alternate location and vehicle checks, custom project analysis, and stealth field attempts.
Level 3 – Surveillance Package
$650
Covers stakeouts, rolling surveillance, vehicle identification, and detailed field assessments.
Level 4 – High-Priority Service
$1,185
Designed for urgent and complex cases, combining Levels 2 and 3. Includes deep social media research, intelligence gathering, and unique strategies tailored to the subject’s lifestyle and habits.
Why It Matters
Proper subpoena service is critical to the success of any legal proceeding. When documents are delivered accurately and on time, attorneys, insurers, and businesses can move forward with confidence knowing the evidence will hold up in court. Our tailored subpoena services ensure compliance, reliability, and results even in the most difficult cases.
Our Approach to Serving Subpoenas
Serving subpoenas can be complex, especially when individuals are evasive or difficult to locate. At Tristar, we combine investigative expertise, persistence, and lawful strategies to ensure documents are delivered properly. Our methods include surveillance, research, and direct fieldwork, all carried out with precision and full legal compliance.
Every subpoena service is handled discreetly, following California law and professional standards. We protect client confidentiality while ensuring affidavits and proof of service remain admissible in court.
Our investigators use address verification, vehicle checks, workplace visits, and surveillance when necessary to confirm identities and successfully serve documents. Each attempt is documented clearly for legal use.
From basic deliveries to high-priority or evasive subjects, we tailor strategies to match your case’s needs. Whether serving a defendant, witness, or professional, our approach ensures reliable results and timely service.
What people are saying
Frequently Asked Questions
What is subpoena service, and why is it important?
Subpoena service is the legal delivery of court documents requiring an individual to appear in court or provide evidence. Proper service ensures the case moves forward and that the individual cannot claim they were unaware of the proceedings.
How do you handle difficult subpoena services in California?
When standard delivery fails, our licensed investigators use advanced tactics such as address verification, workplace visits, discreet surveillance, and vehicle identification to complete the service. This makes us a trusted choice for difficult subpoena service in California.
Can a private investigator serve papers?
Yes. In California, a licensed private investigator can serve subpoenas and other legal documents. At Tristar, our investigators combine legal knowledge with investigative strategies to ensure service is completed lawfully and with verifiable documentation. For additional context, see the California Courts guide on subpoenas
How long does it take to complete the service of subpoena in California?
The timeline depends on the complexity of the case. Straightforward services may be completed within a few days, while evasive or hard-to-locate individuals may require extended surveillance or multiple attempts.
Who typically requests subpoena services?
Attorneys, insurance companies, businesses, and law firms often hire us when standard process servers fail. Our California subpoena service is designed for those who need reliable, court-ready results in complex or high-stakes cases.
What proof do I receive once the subpoena is served?
We provide detailed documentation for every attempt, including reports, affidavits of service, and, when necessary, photographs or activity logs. This ensures clear, verifiable evidence that the subpoena service was completed properly.