An unrepresented party may move the court for issuance of non-party discovery subpoenas. MCR 2.306(B)(1)-(2) and (C)-(G) apply to a subpoena under this rule.This article explains the Small Claims process from filing a case in Small Claims Court through the possible outcomes. (1) Before filing a motion relating to discovery, the movant must comply with Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 37(a)(1). Just because you eFiled this appeal does not mean it has been served on the County Clerk. Rules regarding service can be found in the Michigan Court Rules. Complete the forms and bring them to the court for filing. This article will address only civil cases, and not criminal cases. Jurisdiction. This article was published in the Michigan Bar Journal Of Interest (January 2020). It is reprinted with permission.