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Tips for a Successful Deposition
To have a successful deposition, it is always crucial to understand all the: who’s, what’s, and when’s.
Before the Deposition
It is important to determine what is needed for the deposition:
- Will you need a videographer?
- Will you need an interpreter?
- Is video conference a necessity for the case?
- If yes, do you need portable video conference in order to reach multiple parties at multiple locations at once?
Additionally, it is key to understand what Court Reporter is best for you.
- For instance, will the deposition benefit from a Real-Time Reporter?
By asking these questions and determining what is needed, it will lead to one step closer in having a successful deposition.
During the Deposition
During a deposition, it is vital for the Court Reporter to play their part properly and accordingly.
- A Court Reporter should arrive at least 30 minutes early. It will help ease the minds of the attorneys about a no-show or a cancellation.
- It is important to make sure all equipment for the deposition is working correctly.
Attorneys and Court Reporters can help each other to meet the goals of obtaining a positive deposition experience.
- During breaks, attorneys can inform court reporters of correct spellings or court reporters can double check with attorneys for correct spellings of names and locations.
After the Deposition
Once a deposition has been visited and the record has been taken down, it is crucial to finishing up the loose ends that will result in a final draft of a transcript. With that being the final item to cross off, it is important to understand certain issues:
- It is good to communicate and inform all those involved what format is desired for the final transcript.
- It is also important to know the level of urgency that is needed for completing the transcript.
It is always crucial to have a short turnaround time of 10 days or sooner. If an attorney is requiring the transcripts to be sooner than later, it is good to have an expediting option.
- By everyone being informed about the deadline for the final transcripts, it creates a mutual understanding of what is to be expected in the upcoming days.
Overall, by knowing what is needed in a deposition and by stating what is wanted, it provides a clear understanding what the goals are for this particular deposition, thus ultimately leading to a satisfying deposition experience.
Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC Announces Portable Videoconferencing Capabilities
Many litigators and their staffs and clients in recent years have been told that videoconferencing for a deposition or even a hearing is a great way to save time and expense. While that is true, everyone generally still had to get to a common location somewhere, and this like any other planned meeting involved logistics and administrative time. While videoconferencing facilities shortened travel, they did not eliminate travel. As is generally the case with technology as it relates to the legal world these days, things are changing quickly. As has always been the case, the Georgia court reporters at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC, are jumping right in and embracing a new advancement in technology.
What Is Portable Videoconferencing?
The court reporters at the firm are proud to announce that we now offer our clients portable videoconferencing capabilities. What that specifically means is that we can set up a videoconference in your office or whatever location you desire. Below is how it works:
1. We Supply the Television
Our team will bring a full-sized television to your office or other chosen location so that you and those with you can easily see what’s happening. We’ll make sure it’s placed in a central location for easy and comfortable viewing.
2. We Provide the Setup
All we need is an Internet connection and we’ll handle the rest. We’ll get the videoconferencing technology hooked up and plugged into your existing system. We’ll make sure the video feed is strong and reliable and we’ll get you started.
3. We Provide the Tech Support
Just in case something does go wrong, we will have a technical professional on-site and ready to go should the need for such help arise. That way you won’t have to make a phone call or send an email and then wait for someone to arrive.
4. We Provide the Quality Control
In addition to on-site tech support, we will also provide oversight for the entire process. Sometimes video feeds can be a bit slow or choppy, but we’ll handle that. Sometimes volume needs to be adjusted, and we’ll handle that. We’ll make sure the entire process goes smoothly.
5. We Provide the Recording
After the videoconference is complete, you will most likely want to review the video of it. We’ll make sure that you are able to access that video as quickly as possible. All you need to do is make the request and we’ll do the rest.
You won’t have to worry about security either, as the entire system we provide is web-based, which means that no additional firewalls will be necessary. This not only saves time and expense, but it also provides you with a faster, more efficient video feed. If you’re ready to put an end to travel for several things that you’ve gotten used to driving or flying to, just let us know – we’ll be ready to help you. Contact Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC today to learn more about our portable videoconferencing.
5 Ways Court Reporters Help Stabilize Courtrooms
Court reporters carry a lot of responsibility with our jobs. We need to do a lot of things that may not be noticeable to those who may merely be observing a trial or a hearing, but if we don’t perform at an appropriate level the entire legal process can be compromised. We understand this reality and at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC, we embrace it enthusiastically. The better all court reporters are at our jobs, the better the legal system runs. We thought we’d take a few minutes to introduce people to just five of the different ways in which court reporters will quietly bring about stability and order to a courtroom.
1. Transcribing the Proceedings
The most obvious task court reporters handle is to transcribe everything that’s said in a trial or a hearing. People may not hear us often, but we are able to get every word down on the electronic page so that when the litigators need to review the situation they can do so knowing that they are studying an accurate record.
2. Organizing the Periodic Chaos
Anyone who has spent any time in a courtroom understands that these situations can become quite hectic very quickly. When arguments get heated, attorneys can begin to talk over each other, and this may require a judge to interrupt the litigators to calm things down. Witnesses can also become agitated, and all of this needs to be transcribed in a way that makes sense when someone reviews the record later.
3. Clarifying Responses
Courtrooms are not only hectic at times, but they can also quickly become scenes of intense emotion. Witnesses can find themselves struggling to articulate answers, and what they say is often accompanied by grunts, groans or even tears. Court reporters are able to filter out and contextualize those other noises and get the words that are said recorded properly.
4. Read-backs
While this is a scene that is often overly dramatized in Hollywood, the situation does arise relatively regularly where a court reporter will need to read back an answer that was previously given. Not only must the court reporter find that answer quickly, but he or she must also read it back clearly and loudly enough to be heard.
5. Making the Record Available
If there was never a need to review the transcript of a trial or a hearing, then there would be no need for court reporters. People in this profession need to make sure that when they leave the courtroom, they prepare the transcript in a quick and efficient manner so that those who may need it can have it in front of them soon if not almost immediately.
If you are a litigator or someone who may have a need to have a record transcribed, you need to keep all of these tasks in mind and make sure that someone with skill and experience is handling them. If you’d like to learn more about how the Georgia court reporters at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC, can help you, contact us today for answers to your questions.
