The Basics of Depositions

The legal deposition is an essential part of case preparation for attorneys, so having a court reporter transcribing the session who is experienced with deposition services is important. If you have an upcoming legal deposition in San Jose, this video will help you prepare.

As most attorneys know, clients can become nervous before a deposition, because the process of testifying before court reporters and the other side’s counsel intimidates them. You can put your client’s mind at ease by preparing them for what to expect and encouraging them to just answer questions simply and truthfully. Explain the role of everyone involved in the deposition, from the court reporter to the opposing attorney, so that your clients can walk into a hearing with more confidence about what the process will be like.