Stu Richeson | The Dispute Resolver In this week’s blog post, we are going to take a brief look at ethical issues associated with preparing a witness for a deposition or to testify at trial. Most attorneys would agree that it is permissible to meet with a witness before the witness’s deposition to discuss what… Continue reading Ethical Limits on Preparing a Witness for Deposition or Trial
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Beyond Witness Preparation
Esquire Deposition Solutions Thorough preparation of the deposition witness is critical to successful deposition practice. Prior to the deposition, the witness should be advised how and when to respond to questioning, the roles of counsel and the court reporter, and how to appear and behave during the deposition. A well-prepared witness will also appreciate the… Continue reading Beyond Witness Preparation
Distinguish the Four Types or Phases of Witness Preparation
Dr. Ken Broda-Bahm | Holland & Hart Experienced trial lawyers know it is important that their witnesses are prepared to testify. At the deposition stage, and even when the likelihood of a trial is uncertain, it is critical to invest the time in making sure that the important witnesses know what to expect and are… Continue reading Distinguish the Four Types or Phases of Witness Preparation