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Tuesday, February 16, 2021
What You Need to Know in a Minute or Less
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced those in the legal profession to transition to a virtual world in many respects. One example of this transition is conducting remote or “virtual” depositions. Given the expediency and efficiency of virtual proceedings, we are likely to see the continued use of virtual depositions after the pandemic ends. While virtual depositions present certain challenges, they are also time- and cost-effective.
Conduct a trial run
Practicing the process before the deposition will ensure that each party’s computer works and that there are no technological or internet problems. During the trial run, it is important to go over key tips for virtual depositions, such as having the witness take several seconds before responding to questions to avoid talking over others and to give counsel time to raise any necessary objections. Instruct the witness that there may be a lag, and pract