Serving As The Deposition Officer
Learn the procedural rules which govern deposition video and how you can serve as the deposition officer.
Welcome!
FREE PREVIEWDisclaimer
Navigating the Course Player
How To Approach This Course
FREE PREVIEWCertificates of Completion
Introduction To The Deposition Process
FREE PREVIEWOverview of the FRCP
The Purpose of the Rules
Rules Specific to Depositions
Exceptions to the Rules
Different Types Of Depositions And The Forms They Take
Depositions To Perpetuate Testimony
Discovery Depositions
Trial Depositions
Forms Depositions May Take
Depositions By Oral Questions
Depositions By Written Questions
Limitations Placed On Depositions
Limits On How Many Depositions May Be Taken In A Case
Limits On The Length Of An Individual Deposition
Protective Orders
Default Rules
Procedural Rules For A Specific Deposition
When A Deposition May Be Taken
Scheduling Depositions
Deposition Notices
Introduction to Methods of Recording
Defining the "Record"
The Notice Must Indicate The Method
Three Permitted Methods of Recording
Remote Means
Additional Method
Introduction to the Deposition Officer
Depositions Must Be Taken Before An Officer
Introduction to Who May Serve As A Deposition Officer
Authorized to Administer Oaths
Notary Publics As Officers
Person Appointed By The Court
Officer Designated By The Parties
Disqualifications Of An Officer
Objections to Qualifications
Introduction To The Duties Of The Deposition Officer
Overview Of The Officer's Duties
Failure To Follow The Rules
Before The Deposition
Beginning The Deposition
Announcements
Administration Of The Oath
Identification Of All Persons Present
What Happens During The Deposition Itself
Recording the Deposition
Examination
Making Announcements
Avoiding Distortion
Exhibits
Overview Of Concluding The Deposition
Concluding The Deposition
Stipulations & Custody
After the Deposition
Review & Changes By The Witness
Certification
Delivery
Copies
Archival
Using Depositions At Trial
Prerequisites For Using Depositions At Trial
Impeachment
Deposition Of A Party, Agent, Or Designee
Unavailable Witness
Presenting Portions Of A Deposition
Format Of Presentation
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