November 5, 2015
Mobile Video Conference Deposition: How to Make It Successful
By: Colleen Jilio-Ryan | Posted in: Remote Deposition
As the mobile revolution continues to have an increasing impact on society, it is also shaping group communication as well as interpersonal communication. Skype has been one of the most popular video conferencing tools to make this happen– even among deposition services.
Here are five tips on how to present an effective mobile video conference deposition for preserving a trial testimony:
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Set up Attorney Equipment
A cost-effective mobile video conference solution is to integrate Cameo II as the MVC platform with Polycom video conference equipment for attorneys. The Cameo II can be hooked up to an iPad, PC or Mac. -
Use Wired Connection for Witnesses
The computer for the witness needs to be hooked up to an Ethernet internet connection. Beyond that, all this computer mainly needs is a webcam, although the witness may also need to wear a headset to hear the audio clearly. As a backup in case the audio isn’t clear enough, you can set up a temporary teleconference number, but there’s a chance it won’t be necessary.
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Run Preliminary Tests
Prior to the deposition, it’s helpful if the witness has access to the Cameo II link and runs tests with the deposition site to troubleshoot any technical issues. -
Preserve the Testimony Professionally
A legal videographer should be assigned to capture the video/audio from the Polycom device. This videographer should be experienced enough to understand it’s a quality control position and that high-quality audio and video needs to be archived professionally so that the testimony can be used for the trial. -
Use Consecutive Interpretation
In the event that an interpreter is needed for the witness, the interpretation should be done consecutively instead of simultaneously. The consecutive method allows for a more accurate transcription. The location of the interpreter is up to the legal team.
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Colleen Jilio-Ryan is the Owner of Jilio-Ryan, a Tustin based premiere law consulting firm. The firm along with its certified court reporters is dedicated to providing the highest quality deposition and litigation services to attorneys, insurance companies, and corporations. With her sincere efforts, Colleen is committed to meeting the highest standards of the legal industry, and is an industry leader when it comes to on-time court reporting and deposition scheduling.