September 26, 2019
Some of the Most Commonly Asked Deposition Questions
By: Colleen Jilio-Ryan | Posted in: Deposition
A deposition is a legal process to gather sworn evidence from a witness. Always be aware that your deposition can make or break your case as it arms your opponent with legal resources to use against you in the trial. Therefore, you should know how to conduct yourself during your deposition. Here are some commonly […]
September 19, 2019
5 Tips for Teaching Deposition Skills to Young Lawyers
By: Colleen Jilio-Ryan | Posted in: Deposition
Teaching young lawyers how to perform quality depositions involves hands-on practice that allows them to test their skills. Mock depositions are a great way for them to learn using trial and error. It gives them an idea of what they need to do to ensure their depositions go smoothly. Here are 5 tips on how […]
August 29, 2019
3 Mistakes You Should Avoid When Working with an Interpreter
By: Colleen Jilio-Ryan | Posted in: Court Reporters in California
When you are interviewing someone who doesn’t speak English, it’s important that you hire a professional legal interpreter. Interpreters understand the interview process and their role in the meeting. However, not every interpreter is suitable for this type of work. Here are a few things you should avoid when hiring a legal interpreter to interview […]
August 15, 2019
A Complete Guide to Legal Depositions
By: Colleen Jilio-Ryan | Posted in: Deposition
There are times when a person’s testimony can be recorded outside of court and played during the actual hearing. This normally works best when a witness is in a distant location or other circumstances prevent them from appearing in court. Depositions are used in these situations to help the witness testify just as they would […]
July 25, 2019
How Digital Repositories Can Help You Organize Your Case
By: Colleen Jilio-Ryan | Posted in: court reporting agency
Digital repositories are quickly becoming popular with workplaces that generate a large number of files regularly. Many offices, including law firms and court reporting agencies, are focused on using virtual tools to cut back on materials that take up space and resources. Instead of printing off each legal case, they can now be stored digitally. […]