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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
The U.K. re-opened earlier this year, leaving very few Covid-19 restrictions still in place. What does this mean for U.S. attorneys and their U.K. depositions?...more
The new normal is here, and it’s time to embrace the reality of remote, virtual, and hybrid depositions in the world of litigation. “Remote” depositions are nothing new and have actually been around for several years...more
If you need video of a witness who is being deposed through remote technology, there is no need to worry that the video quality will suffer. Videographers have been videorecording remote witnesses for years – even from...more
Don’t spend your remote deposition fiddling with volume, wondering if you’re hearing correctly, asking other parties to repeat themselves. Remote depositions are now commonplace but still not without their challenges!...more
Depositions may now be taken remotely in Japan! Scheduling depositions in Japan is a very detailed and streamlined process. More than any other country, Japan requires strict adherence to specific scheduling protocol. Since...more
There have been many changes for all of us over the past two years. Overwhelmingly, the legal industry has transitioned to a remote work environment, to varying degrees. This trend is not particular to just the legal...more
The new normal for signing estate planning documents in Illinois that began with Governor Pritzker’s March 26, 2020, Executive Order (No. 2020-14) is about to change. The Order authorized both the remote witnessing and the...more
Depositions are a critical component of the discovery phase of most litigation, including probate litigation, for two reasons. First, a lawyer never wants to ask a question at trial to which the lawyer does not already know...more
Remote witnessing and notarization is quickly becoming the new normal for executing estate planning documents. Instead of an in-person meeting, a witness or notary who is outside the physical presence of the signatory uses...more
While many are becoming acquainted with remote technology through Zoom happy hours with family, friends, and colleagues, people may need pointers for being deposed through the inter-web. Some of these tips apply for in-person...more
As you build your knowledge in all things remote deposition, a topic worthy of discussion is mobile videoconferencing (MVC) and videography. Is the deposition automatically video-recorded with the software? Or do you need a...more
While our Technicians at Planet Depos handled thousands of remote depositions through Zoom prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be the first time for some court reporters and attorneys. Many around the country are getting...more
Do you have an upcoming mobile videoconference deposition? Great! It’s 2020, so you should. Remote depositions through mobile videoconference are such a handy way to communicate with people anytime, anywhere. You can even...more
Videoconference is a fantastic option to cut costs when you need to depose a witness in cities, states, or oceans away. Boom, travel expenses removed. Once you’ve determined a remote deposition will work for the situation,...more
As concern over the impact of the Covid19 coronavirus spreads, we want to assure you that we are taking proactive steps to ensure there are no disruptions of depositions both domestic and abroad. Despite flight restrictions...more
When taking depositions abroad, most people’s minds are drawn to the glittering metropolises of London, Hong Kong, or Seoul. With skyscrapers, elegant hotels, and sprawling airports, scheduling depositions in these cities is...more
International depositions involve so many details. You could (we have, in fact) make a list, or a few lists, of those details to keep on track. The length of a list or two may intimidate some, while a detail here and there...more
The Middle East is always a hot topic. The climate is hot, the political region is tempestuous at best, and the region is home to a lot of smoky-spiced cuisine! It is also a strikingly beautiful region, steeped in history as...more
The New Year is a time of looking ahead with hopes for good things to come and people wishing each other health, happiness and success in the coming year. Festivities are varied, ranging from church services to fireworks,...more
There are many telltale signs of the holiday season creeping in. Colorful lights and decorations fill displays across town. Promotions for children’s toys are eye-catching, and the Salvation Army’s Santa Claus rings his...more
Traveling internationally is an event to enjoy, whether your travel is for business or pleasure. The trick to avoiding travel-related anxiety (and legitimate travel nightmares!) is to know what to expect and to prepare...more
Depositions abroad require a little extra patience, time and, sometimes, creativity to coordinate. Working with an international court reporting agency for your depositions in Europe makes the process less daunting, more...more
There is a lot that goes into taking a deposition, and a lot that goes into making the record. We’re often asked by attorneys and paralegals if we have any tips for their depositions—what can they do to make sure the...more
So, what’s so great about realtime court reporting? A beneficial tool for attorneys, realtime allows counsel to view the proceedings in realtime. Realtime reporting is the instant conversion of the reporter’s stenotype...more