Learn the essential skill of taking effective depositions. This course covers practical and strategic preparation to ensure success.

This comprehensive course is designed for attorneys seeking to master the art of preparing and taking depositions. Founders and practicing litigators, Cynthia and Matt, share their insights and practical skills developed through years of experience. The course covers the strategic importance of depositions, understanding federal rules of civil procedure, and the necessary logistics to ensure a smooth process. Participants will learn how to effectively prepare for depositions, set up the deposition environment, and develop questioning strategies that yield critical admissions and solidified testimony for trial or summary judgment motions. The course also addresses handling objections, virtual depositions, and dealing with challenging witnesses. By the end of this course, attorneys will be well-equipped to conduct depositions that significantly enhance their litigation outcomes.

Topics List:

• Introduction to Depositions
• Strategic Importance of Depositions
• Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
• Preparation Techniques
• Logistics and Setting Up the Deposition
• Questioning Strategies
• Handling Objections
• Virtual Depositions
• Person Most Knowledgeable (PMK) Depositions
• Third-Party Subpoenas