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The document provides guidance for clients preparing for a deposition, emphasizing the importance of truthfulness, careful listening, and precise answering. It outlines the deposition process, differentiates it from a trial, and offers strategies for responding to questions effectively. Key points include avoiding speculation, not volunteering information, consulting with an attorney when needed, and maintaining composure during questioning. The document also highlights common tactics used by opposing attorneys and stresses the significance of preparation and honesty in providing testimony.

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Is a deposition a big deal?

A deposition is a key tool in the legal process, used to get testimony and evidence before trial. It allows both sides in a lawsuit to understand the facts of the case, preserve witness testimony, and assess the strengths and weaknesses of each sides arguments during the discovery proceeding.

What does your deposition mean?

A deposition is the recorded sworn oral testimony of a party or witness before trial. Depositions are used to explore the strengths and weaknesses of the opposing partys case.

What does it mean when a lawyer wants to take your deposition?

A deposition is taking a witness testimony outside of court. At a deposition, the witness is sworn in, and answers questions under penalty of perjury. A court reporter is hired to transcribe the testimony. The witness might also be audio or video recorded.

What happens after your deposition?

After the deposition, the court reporter creates an official transcript, which they submit to the court and the attorneys for both sides. This process may take several weeks. When it is finished, your lawyer can review the transcript and ensure that it accurately reflects what occurred on the day.

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