6-Hour Program

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Overview

Why You Should Attend

This interactive program provides junior through mid-level attorneys with an overview of the applicable Federal and New York State Rules of Civil Procedure, and continues with strategic practice tips to use when taking and defending depositions, preparing witnesses and defending the depositions.   We also guide a discussion of important ethical issues that may arise during depositions. Panelists will discuss the increasing importance of depositions in motion practice, at trial, and when evaluating the merits of a case for settlement.  Our faculty of experienced litigators will share their insights and provide practical advice to guide you through every facet of the deposition process and give you tips to develop the fundamental skills you need for taking and defending depositions.  Using state of the art technology, both our live and webcast audiences will engage with the panelists to focus on the issues and questions on which you are most interested.  

Don’t miss this terrific opportunity to learn the most proven and effective ways to prepare for, take and defend depositions.  Gain a better understanding of the tactical and strategic considerations behind the deposition techniques employed in high-stakes litigation so that you can confidently prepare for and take your next deposition. 

What You Will Learn

  • Deposition strategy and purpose:  deciding where each deposition fits into your overall discovery plan and litigation strategy
  • How to prepare for a deposition, including preparing an outline and selecting exhibits
  • Nuts and bolts of taking a deposition, including stipulations, objections, and use of exhibits
  • How to deal with difficult adversaries and witnesses
  • How to defend the deposition: making objections, instructing the witness, and going off the record

Credit Offered

CLE and CPD

Who Should Attend

Junior to mid-level attorneys who want to gain fresh ideas and the skills to prepare, execute, and use depositions in the most effective manner for your clients and your cases.

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