Served With a Subpoena or Asked to Testify?
Subpoena & Witness Attorney in Saratoga, NY
Iseman PLLC represents people who receive subpoenas or requests for testimony in New York state and federal matters. Our clients include employees, records custodians, business owners, company officers, licensed professionals, public officials, and witnesses involved in someone else’s case.
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Receiving a subpoena does not mean you are accused of a crime or lawsuit. You may have records, information, or observations relevant to an investigation or court case.
Do not ignore the subpoena or miss its deadline. Keep the original document, all attachments, and the envelope or email that delivered it. Preserve potentially relevant records. Before giving a substantive statement or producing documents, speak with a lawyer about what the subpoena requires and whether any objections, privileges, or protections apply.
Communications with our office are confidential.
Who defends your case
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01What we handle
Subpoena and Witness Services in Saratoga County
Iseman PLLC represents people who receive document subpoenas, testimony subpoenas, and government requests. Our work includes:
- Document-subpoena responses
- Federal grand jury subpoena responses
- Trial subpoenas
- Regulatory and agency subpoenas
- Congressional subpoenas
- Records custodian representation
- Witness representation
- Witness preparation before testimony
- Motions to quash or modify subpoenas
- Litigation-hold and document-preservation issues
- Privilege review
- Electronic-record review and production
- Communication with the office that issued the subpoena
For more focused information, visit our pages on government investigations, internal investigations, white collar defense, and federal crimes defense.
02Who defends you
Legal Counsel for Witnesses Across the Capital Region
Scott Iseman represents people asked to provide records or testimony in state and federal matters. He is admitted in New York, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Southern, and Eastern Districts of New York, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Scott has practiced in New York since 2010. Before founding Iseman PLLC, he spent seven years at O’Connell & Aronowitz, including three years as a partner. His experience includes approximately 300 criminal matters and approximately 35 jury trials to verdict.
“This is a long and stressful process. What I find helps clients the most is knowing what is going to happen next and what our plan is to deal with it.”
Scott Iseman
Trial Result With Appeal Rights Preserved
A corrections officer faced charges connected to his employment. The case went to trial, and the jury did not reach a verdict.
The client later accepted a negotiated resolution rather than face a second trial. The agreement preserved the client’s right to appeal. That appeal remains pending.
Scott Iseman’s Experience
to verdict
handled
criminal defense
statewide defense bar
Your Legal Team
Michael Blasie, Trial Litigator & Appellate Counsel
Michael Blasie handles legal research, written motions, briefing, and appeals in complex matters. He has practiced in New York and Colorado and previously clerked for the Colorado Court of Appeals.
He assists with matters involving significant written submissions, legal objections, motions to quash, and appellate issues.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This matter resulted in a hung jury and a negotiated resolution, not an acquittal. The appeal has not been decided. Client names are withheld.
Selected Results
Felony Indictment Dismissed
A New York State Senator faced felony charges connected to documents filed with a state board. Scott worked as an associate on the defense team at his prior firm and was not lead counsel.
The court dismissed the indictment in a written decision.
All Charges Dismissed During Trial
A client was accused of setting fire to a building he owned. The firm investigated the allegation, consulted experts, rejected plea offers, and took the case to trial. The court dismissed every charge before the prosecution finished presenting its case.
Not Guilty on Both Federal Firearm Counts
Federal agents conducted a sting operation that resulted in firearm charges. The defense argued entrapment. The jury returned not-guilty verdicts on both counts. An appeal remains pending.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Scott handled the State Senator’s matter as an associate on a defense team at his prior firm and was not lead counsel. Client names are withheld.
Client reviews
Client Reviews From Across Upstate New York
“There had to be someone out there who would actually read my file and see that I may be the guy that got swallowed up by an insanely wide net.”
Jim L.Google Review
“Scott really helped me!… I recommend you consider hiring him to help you!”
LarryLee FiberGoogle Local Guide
Testimonials and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Beyond this page
Practice Areas Related to Subpoena and Witness Work in Saratoga Springs
A subpoena can arrive out of any of these matters:
If more than one of these touches your matter, call us and we will sort it out.
Call Us. (518) 633‑1528 or schedule a confidential consultationQuick answers
Subpoena and Witness Questions, Answered for New York
What people ask us after the paperwork arrives.
I was served with a subpoena. What should I do first?
Keep the subpoena, attachments, and delivery envelope or email. Note the date you received it. Do not ignore the deadline, delete relevant documents, or provide a substantive response without first reviewing the subpoena with a lawyer.
The matter involves someone else. Do I still need a lawyer?
You may. A witness or records custodian can face legal obligations, confidentiality concerns, employment issues, or personal exposure. A lawyer can review your role and the request.
I already spoke with the person who served me. Should I still call?
Yes. Tell your lawyer who contacted you, what was said, and what documents or information you provided. Your lawyer can evaluate the current status of the matter.
Who communicates with the office that issued the subpoena?
After representation begins, your attorney can communicate with the issuing office on your behalf. Send later communications and documents to your lawyer for review.
What should I have available when I call?
Keep the subpoena, every attachment, the delivery envelope or email, and the date you received the materials in front of you. Also gather any related messages or records requests.
What does it cost to work with Iseman PLLC?
Fees depend on the issuing office, the type of subpoena, the deadline, the volume of records, and the work required. The firm discusses fees before representation begins.
Do you appear in federal grand jury proceedings?
Yes. Scott Iseman represents clients in New York state matters and federal matters. He is admitted in New York, the Northern, Southern, and Eastern Districts of New York, and the Second Circuit.
Who will handle my matter?
You work directly with your attorney. Michael Blasie contributes research and written work when the matter requires it.
Speak With a Saratoga Subpoena Lawyer
Call with the subpoena or request in front of you. Explain how you received it, when it arrived, and what you have already said or provided.
Visit us
Iseman PLLC 59 Franklin StreetSaratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518) 633‑1528 scott@scottisemanlaw.com Get directions
Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This page is general information and is not a prediction about any individual matter. Iseman PLLC, 59 Franklin Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, (518) 633-1528.