This is a competency development course that can be integrated within and/or combined with the Trial Advocacy program or offered as a stand-alone course designed to prepare participants in: techniques to prepare a witness for a deposition; how to conduct the deposition to gather important information, obtain admissions, and lock in witnesses; how to effectively use documents and exhibits during the deposition; and how to make and respond to objections, which includes dealing with difficult witnesses and counsel.  

Key Outcomes: This deposition training uses a “describe, demonstrate, and do” model in which the instructors provide presentations and demonstrations of the various skills, then the participants practice the skills in workshops (which can be recorded) and then receive feedback and critiques from instructors.   

Duration: The usual duration of this course is 1-2 days, but its length and content can be tailored to fit specific needs.