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Navigating the Impossible: Seamless Subpoena Service in a Remote Retreat

Written by TrustArray | Dec 3, 2025 10:21:18 PM

The Challenge:

A regional San Jose law firm relied on Array to serve a subpoena to a third-party witness at a remote Catalina Island retreat, ensuring legal compliance, minimizing client coordination, and securing the witness’s appearance for a deposition.

AT A GLANCE

Client: Regional law firm in San Jose, California

Case: Subpoena service at remote Catalina Island retreat

Challenges: Remote access, logistical complexity, strict coordination, tight timeline

Solution: Managed scheduling, arranged travel, and chartered a boat for compliant service

Results: Timely service completed without repeat trips, reduced client coordination, and avoided extra travel costs

The Solution:

Array implemented a tailored strategy for this unique case, combining expert support and logistics to deliver efficient subpoena service to a remote, boat-access-only location.

 

  • Precision Planning: Coordinated schedules with the process server, confirmed witness availability, and arranged travel logistics for efficient service.
  • Transparent Communication: Provided real-time updates to the client on timing, costs, and unique considerations, ensuring seamless collaboration.
  • Creative Execution: Chartered a boat, coordinated with captain and process server, and successfully served the subpoena despite logistical obstacles.

The Results:

  • Service Efficiency: Enabled successful subpoena service without delays or additional trips
  • Time Savings: Reduced hours coordinating travel and logistics for the client
  • Compliance Assurance: Maintained legal accuracy in personal service procedures
  • Innovative Approach: Secured testimony of a key witness through creative, reliable solutions
  • Cost Savings: Planning and coordination avoided extra ferry trips and charter costs
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