February 11, 2021 12:08 am
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If you have your first deposition coming up, it’s important that you know what to expect. Law school and sitting in on other depositions may have clued you into how it could go, but there’s a big difference between observing and doing. Along with having an excellent court reporter, there are a few things you can do to ensure a successful proceeding. Here are our best tips on how to defend a deposition in Phoenix, AZ. Prepare thoroughly As you know, preparation is the key to success—including witness preparation. Your witness probably has no idea what to expect from a... View Article
January 25, 2021 6:28 pm
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Have you been stubbornly clinging to physical exhibits during depositions and other courtroom procedures? Whether you’re planning on holding in-person depositions after the COVID-19 pandemic is over, or you want to continue working remotely, digital exhibits are the way of the future in Phoenix, AZ. Not only are they more convenient, they’re also cost saving—something your clients will love. Here’s why electronic deposition exhibits will make your job a lot easier. Convenience Any experienced trial attorney is all too familiar with how much paper (and space) physical exhibits take up. Instead of hauling dozens of banker boxes around, you can... View Article
January 11, 2021 6:28 pm
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, remote depositions are prevalent. This requires attorneys and court reporters to become adept at handling exhibits for remote depositions in Phoenix, AZ. Understanding how to use technology to simulate in-person courtroom or pre-trial procedures is “the new normal.” If you’re coming up on your first remote deposition or just need electronic exhibit tips, read on. Decide how you’ll present exhibits You can either give your exhibits to opposing counsel before the day of the deposition, or wait until the deposition itself. Decide how you’re going to handle the exhibits well in advance so you can... View Article
December 24, 2020 7:49 pm
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Preparing for a deposition in Phoenix, AZ can make or break your case. Any attorney worth their salt knows that planning for every possibility they can think of makes it easier to handle issues as they arise—and any surprises that might occur, too. However, witnesses can prepare for the deposition as well. The better you understand what’s going on in the case, the more helpful a witness and the more accurate a reporter can be. Here are the best deposition preparation tips in Phoenix, AZ. What is a deposition and why are they taken? A deposition is part of the... View Article
December 10, 2020 7:49 pm
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As a court reporter, you’re privy to a great deal of sensitive, confidential information. Keeping that data and the record secure is one of the most important parts of the job. The National Court Reporters Associations’ Code of Professional Ethics states that court reporters must “preserve the confidentiality and ensure the security of information, oral or written, entrusted to the Member by any of the parties in a proceeding.” This includes work product stored or sent from your devices. Today, most court reporters use digital devices, which means that if the devices are compromised, that sensitive data could be exposed.... View Article
