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The Deposition Playbook: Rules, Preparation & Strategy

This course will delve into a variety of topics appropriate for attorneys in years 1-2, including understanding deposition rules, effective preparation methods, and strategizing for successful deposition outcomes.

Focus will be placed on the procedural aspects of depositions, such as the notice of deposition, handling objections, and the rules governing oral and written depositions. This will be complemented by an exploration of effective preparation for taking or defending a deposition, including reviewing documents, preparing a witness, and formulating effective questions.

The course will also tackle the strategic elements of depositions, involving techniques for controlling the deposition, managing difficult witnesses or opposing counsel, and utilizing depositions in trial strategy. The goal of the course is to enable participants to conduct (or prepare a supervising attorney to conduct) a deposition efficiently and effectively.

By the end of this course, participants will be well-equipped to navigate the complexities of depositions and apply their knowledge in real-world legal scenarios.

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Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Comprehend and explain the rules and procedures governing depositions in civil litigation.
  • Identify and prepare appropriate exhibits for a deposition, understanding their strategic importance and rules for their use.
  • Prepare for depositions by developing a sound strategy, creating an outline, and identifying key areas of inquiry.
  • Implement effective questioning techniques during depositions to elicit useful and admissible information.
  • Demonstrate the ability to conduct or defend a successful deposition, incorporating rules, preparation techniques, and strategic considerations.

The AltaClaro Difference

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Step 1: Learn

Learn at your own pace, absorbing lessons in short, easily digested segments led by experienced practitioners.

Step 2: Do

Apply what you've learned to solve real-world client scenarios, using transaction documents derived from actual deals.

Step 3: Review

Deepen your learning in virtual review sessions with an experienced practitioner. Review model answers and ask questions.

Class Content Overview

Course Details

2 CLE credits are available.
Participants will be asked to prepare a well-organized and detailed deposition outline focusing on several specific topics from a real-life hypothetical using provided sample exhibits. 

Instructors Who Practice What They Teach

Our vetted instructors are global practitioners with outstanding professional and educational qualifications and demonstrated achievement in their fields. All have 10+ years Big Law experience.

In addition to their accomplishments as practitioners, our instructors are also passionate about teaching. We carefully interview instructor candidates to assess personality, domain expertise and effectiveness in the classroom. Our instructors must maintain a 4.5 out of 5 rating from students.

 

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Praise for Our Legal Instructors

“Doug was very engaging, which was helpful and kept the review session moving.”
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“Mick didn't just walk through the corrections but the thought process behind each change and how it would effect/protect the client.”
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Online

Class material is 100% online, accessible by all standard web browsers. Use your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone--your progress will by synced across all devices.

On-Demand

The class is fully asynchronous. Do the work at your own pace, turn in your assignment when you're ready, and get instant feedback via model answers and video review sessions.

Interactive

Learn with dynamic, interactive modules that keep you engaged in active learning using a variety of learning modes.

Experiential

Includes practical assessments throughout the class, plus a capstone assignment where you apply your skills in the context of a real-world matter.

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