Litigation
Mar. 3, 2012
How to take an effective deposition
There are four steps to taking a good deposition: preparation, document presentation, the deposition itself, and follow-up. By Paul D. Beechen
Over the past 37 years, I have participated in hundreds of depositions. I have been impressed that very few attorneys take a deposition that is useful at trial, contains relevant information, and effectively controls potential issues in the case. All too often, the deposition is a series of unfocused questions, inadequate follow up, and no attempt to foreclose potential issues
There are four steps to taking a good deposition: preparat...
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