A deposition is a formal proceeding where you are asked questions under oath by lawyers representing the various parties in the lawsuit. Typically, this is held at one of the lawyer’s offices. All depositions are transcribed by a court reporter. Some are also videotaped. Many depositions these days are held remotely over an internet-based app like Zoom or Microsoft Teams. If the deposition is remote, you will receive a link usually a day or two before, and you will log on from your home or another convenient and quiet location of your choosing. If the deposition is remote, you will likely need a picture ID to verify your identity for the court reporter.
Being prepared for your deposition is critical. The amount and type of preparation is highly dependent on the claim. We will always help you prepare for a deposition. Generally, we will identify the crucial issues in your case and prepare you for the topics we feel are important to your lawsuit. Usually, we will prepare you close in time to the date of the deposition so that everything remains fresh in your mind. Many times we have multiple preparation sessions. We will also provide you with the materials we feel are important for you to read and review ahead of time. Our goal is to ensure that you feel as comfortable as you can during the deposition process.