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Overview
9 Pitfalls to Steer Clear of
Deposition mistakes run the gamut, from merely embarrassing to case-damaging. Fortunately, most can be avoided with proper planning and awareness. This guide will reveal all the ways depositions can go wrong with practical tips for ensuring yours go to plan. Avoid these common mistakes in the deposition arena to ensure a more fruitful outcome - register today!
- Learn how to create an effective outline and know when to deviate from it.
- Don't let witnesses get away with vague answers or non-answers.
- Get tips for preventing the difficult witness from wrestling away your control.
- Review objection mistakes even more experienced attorneys make.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Top Preparation and Outline Oversights
- Missing Opportunities by Shackling Yourself to the Outline
- Letting the Witness Get Away With a Vague Answer
- Fumbling With Exhibits
- Improper Deposition Objections
- The Difficult Witness or Opposing Attorney
- The Worst Errors Clients Make at Depositions (and How to Prevent Them)
- How Not to Address Witness Misstatements
- After the Deposition: Don't Make These Mistakes
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado CLE |
|
2 Total | 12-31-2025 |
| Idaho CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Kansas CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Kentucky CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Montana CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 12-01-2026 |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 12-01-2026 |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 12-01-2026 |
| Nevada CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 12-01-2026 |
| New York CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 12-01-2026 |
| Oregon CLE |
|
1.5 Total | |
| Washington CLE |
|
1.5 Total | 11-30-2028 |
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CLE
Agenda
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Depositions Gone Wrong
- Top Preparation and Outline Oversights
- Missing Opportunities by Shackling Yourself to the Outline
- Letting the Witness Get Away With a Vague Answer
- Fumbling With Exhibits
- Improper Deposition Objections
- The Difficult Witness or Opposing Attorney
- The Worst Errors Clients Make at Depositions (and How to Prevent Them)
- How Not to Address Witness Misstatements
- After the Deposition: Don't Make These Mistakes
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for attorneys.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Joseph R. Daigle
is a solo practitioner and founder of the Daigle Law, P.C. He focuses his practice on employment and discrimination claims, business disputes, civil litigation, and personal injury; and frequently lectures on employment-related legal matters. Mr. Daigle is a trial attorney admitted to practice in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is a member of the Rhode Island and Massachusetts bar associations. Mr. Daigle earned his B.A. degree from Providence College and his J.D. degree from Boston College Law School.
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