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A Decade of Progress in Trial Technology

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Digital technology is an integral part of today’s legal industry. The last 10 years have been transformative for the practice of law with strides forward in everything from legal research to practice management to trial...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

Making Victims Whole in a Multi-Jurisdictional Civil Fraud Case

Multi-jurisdictional civil fraud matters often present multiple challenges that make the tracing and recovery of assets a complex, costly, and time-consuming investigative process. Making a fraud victim whole again requires...more

Planet Depos, LLC

Top Tips for Your Next Deposition in Asia

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As the only global court reporting firm with U.S.-trained, native English-speaking resources living on the ground in Asia, we provide exceptional service at competitive rates, whether your deposition is in-person, remote or...more

Holland & Knight LLP

Podcast - Impeaching with a Deposition

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In this episode of "The Trial Lawyer's Handbook" podcast series, litigation attorney Dan Small discusses what to do when impeaching with a deposition. Impeachment with a prior inconsistent statement is difficult if the...more

Tyson & Mendes LLP

Ten Easily Correctable Mistakes Made in Depositions

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Depositions are easy if you remember their purpose. A deposition is a record the attorneys are making. Clarity and thoroughness are paramount. In this article, we’ll discuss ten common mistakes attorneys might be making in...more

Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP

FRCP 45 Does Not Apply to the Court’s Lit-Funding Orders That Were Reasonable and Within the Court’s Inherent Authority

5 On July 16, 2024, the Federal Circuit affirmed both the sua sponte order issued by the District of Delaware requiring Lori LaPray, the purported owner of all of the plaintiff LLCs created by the patent monetization firm, IP...more

Planet Depos, LLC

Depositions in Europe: Key Factors to Keep in Mind

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Are you considering taking depositions in Europe but you’re unsure where to start? Don’t worry, our international experts are here to assist you from start to finish! We’ve already covered more depositions throughout Europe...more

Holland & Hart - Your Trial Message

Be Ready for a Reptile-Reboot

The “Reptile” approach to trying civil cases by targeting a fear response has transitioned from being a novelty to being a mainstay in a little more than a decade. While the approach has not always been taken seriously by...more

McDermott Will & Emery

TikTok: Federal Circuit Follows Fifth Circuit, Transfers Case for Witness Convenience

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In the first mandamus decision applying the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit’s new transfer motion guidelines under 28 U.S.C. 1404(a), the Federal Circuit followed suit and transferred a case for witness convenience....more

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Diamond in the Rough – Tips to Receive a Polished Rough Draft, Part Two (Updated)

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We have been examining what attorneys and their teams can do to receive a helpful rough draft, focusing on the steps you can take prior to the deposition. The importance of preparation cannot be overstated when it comes to...more

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Diamond in the Rough: Tips to Receive a Polished Rough Draft, Part One (Updated)

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Rough drafts are such an added value to attorneys, especially in fast-moving litigation. The uncertified rough draft, ideally delivered by the court reporter within hours of the proceedings, is the “unofficial” transcript...more

Planet Depos, LLC

Make the Most of Your International Deposition in Hong Kong

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If you have an upcoming international deposition in Hong Kong, we’ve got you covered! Follow these top tips and recommendations for a memorable experience...more

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12 Important Tips When Preparing For Videotaped Depositions (Updated)

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We’re sharing our list of important tips for you when you prepare for videotaped depositions: Include “Videotaped” in your Notice of Deposition...more

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5 Considerations When Choosing an Audio Transcription Provider (Updated) - September 2023

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It seems straightforward. You have audio you need transcribed. There are companies providing audio transcription. You pick one. Right? Well, you could do it like that, but really you want to pick the right audio transcription...more

Rumberger | Kirk

Taking Effective Depositions: Chart a Course and Overcome Obstacles

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Success in taking a deposition comes with proper planning and effective execution. The basic recipe for success is to define the deponent’s importance in the case, identify the pertinent areas of inquiry and utilize the...more

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At A Glance: Taking Depositions in Europe (Updated)

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Who doesn’t dream of one day going to Europe? From Big Ben to the Louvre, the Colosseum to the Alps, the beaches to the food, countless cultural touchstones call visitors from around the globe to this magnificent continent...more

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8 Tips to Save Time & Money on Depositions (Updated)

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Who isn’t trying to be more economical these days? It’s 2023, and you have to tighten your belt with everything going on. Law firms are no different, trying to cut costs for frugal clients looking for any expenses they can...more

U.S. Legal Support

A Guide to the Deposition Process

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More than a meeting but less than a trial—depositions are key building blocks to civil and criminal cases. Depositions are usually scheduled to interview your opposition’s witnesses, but as an attorney, you may also depose...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

The Use of Subpoenas in Family Law Litigation

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Unfortunately, some divorce and family law cases cannot settle without an evidentiary hearing or a trial. When that occurs, contested litigation in divorce and family law matters can require much preparation work....more

IMS Legal Strategies

How to Best Connect Trial Evidence and Witness Testimony to Case Themes

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It is not unusual to hear questions or comments similar to the following from a member of a trial team. “I get all this about ‘themes’ and, of course, we have them, but what do they have to do with all the evidence we need to...more

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Automation and the Court Reporting Industry

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As technology continues to advance, fears of robots replacing humans has increased across many industries as corporations look to automate certain job functions to reduce costs and stay on top of trends. This McKinsey report...more

Esquire Deposition Solutions, LLC

Who Can Attend a Remote Deposition?

Until very recently, the rule in many jurisdictions was that any individual could attend a deposition unless the trial court ordered otherwise. Some litigators brought expert witnesses to the deposition of the opposing...more

TransPerfect Legal

Searching Audio and Video Files: Are You Adequately Assessing Their Relevancy to Your Cases?

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The COVID-19 pandemic augmented our increasingly virtual world. As such, the plethora of data at our fingertips has changed. Business Insider reported that Zoom meeting participants rose from 10 million in December 2019 to...more

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[Webinar] The Ins and Outs of Conducting an Effective Workplace Investigation - September 20th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET

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Join FordHarrison attorneys David Gobeo and Ari Hernandez for a complimentary webinar session that will discuss when and how to conduct workplace investigations following an employee’s complaint. They will review how to plan...more

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Making the Case to Settle

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According to the American Bar Association, most civil cases are settled before trial by mutual agreement between the parties. It is estimated as many as 80-90% of cases settle before trial, usually after the discovery...more

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