A party must, without awaiting a discovery request, provide to the other parties: (a) the factual basis of the party's claims and defenses; You must wait 21 days after your judgment was entered to file for discovery.Complete the front of the Discovery Subpoena Form (PDF). TO PROCESS SERVER: You must serve the subpoena and file proof of service with the court clerk. Michigan Legal Help has tools to fill many kinds of forms but we do not cover all areas. You may have a blank form that you need to fill out on your own. (F) Timing of Discovery. COVID-19 Discovery Procedure. Due to the effects of COVID-19, defense attorneys must use this form to request discovery on their cases until further notice. Court Cases from Start to Finish.