Small Claims

Fast, reliable filing for San Diego small claims cases.
Filing a small claims case in San Diego? Let SAS handle the process from start to finish—quickly, professionally, and on time.

Domestication of Out-of-State Subpoenas

When you’re out of state, but still need California compliance.
SAS handles the full domestication process under California’s UIDDA—ensuring your subpoena is properly issued, court-compliant, and ready for service in San Diego County.

Initial Review

Our team reviews your case details and ensures your claim meets the requirements for filing in San Diego Small Claims Court.

Court Filing

We help you complete all necessary forms correctly—either using downloadable court forms or official links directly from the San Diego Court website.

Form Preparation

Once your documents are ready, we file your case with the appropriate small claims court in San Diego County—on time and without hassle.

Service Of Process

After filing, we arrange for proper service on the defendant, ensuring compliance with small claims court procedures.

Why Saxon?

17+ Years of Process Serving Experience
Deep Familiarity with San Diego Court Rules
Licensed, Bonded, and Family-owned
Same-day Court Filing and Rush Service Available
domestication out of state subpoenas

Start Your Small Claims Case in 5 Easy Steps

1) Print the forms

  1. Download and print the official Small Claims forms directly from the court:
    – SC-100: Plaintiff’s Claim and Order to Go to Small Claims Court (PDF): Download
  2. Browse All Small Claims Forms:
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    Fill out all applicable sections and sign your completed documents.

    Send to: order@saxonattorneyservices.com

Service Description Fee
Court Filing Fee
(advanced on your behalf)		 $50 (claims up to $5,000)
$75 (claims $5,000.01–$10,000)
Processing & Document Handling
(Covers court filing start to finish — paid to Saxon Attorney Services)		 $110
Service of Process $95
Filing Proof of Service $25

    Once your case is filed, we’ll email you the court date. You must appear (in person or
    remotely) to present your case.

How to File – Easy as 1, 2, 3!

1) Required Documents & Judicial Council Forms

  1. Out-of-State (Foreign) Subpoena – A copy issued by the originating state.
  2. SUBP-030 – Application for Discovery Subpoena in Action Pending Outside California
    Download SUBP-030
  3. One of the following California subpoena forms (choose based on your needs):
    • SUBP-045 – Subpoena for Discovery in Action Pending Outside California
      Download SUBP-045
    • SUBP-040 – Deposition Subpoena for Production of Business Records
      Download SUBP-040
    • SUBP-020 – Deposition Subpoena for Personal Appearance and Production of Documents
      Download SUBP-020
    • SUBP-025 – Notice to Consumer or Employee and Objection
      (Required only when subpoenaing personal, medical, or employment records)
      Download SUBP-025
  4. $45 Court Filing Fee – Payable to San Diego Superior Court (we can advance if needed)

Step 1: Download and complete the required forms linked above

Step 2: Fill in all relevant fields (or leave blank if you need help—we’ll finalize them)

Step 3: Email all completed forms and a copy of the out-of-state subpoena to:

order@saxonattorneyservices.com

  1. Review & Finalize Forms – We double-check everything for accuracy and compliance
  2. File at San Diego Superior Court – We submit your packet and pay the $45 fee
  3. Serve the Subpoena – We serve the subpoena promptly after court issuance
  4. Provide Proof of Service – A signed POS is delivered to you for your records or court filing

Need Action? Call Saxon.

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