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Outsmarting Experts: Deposition Tactics for Trial Lawyers

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3 hours 2 minutes
T. Kevin Knight
John Cinti
Elaine Moyer
With T. Kevin Knight from DSK Law + 2 others
Recorded February 03, 2025
Product ID 99730

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Overview

Deposing the Expert

Gain a competitive edge by mastering the art of deposing high-IQ experts. Learn to dissect expert qualifications, anticipate complex responses, and effectively defend your own experts. This intensive program equips you with the strategic tools and psychological insights to excel. Don't wait for your next deposition - register today!

  • Learn how to prepare for highly intelligent deponents.
  • Develop methods to question an expert's understanding and qualifications.
  • Examine different ways to deal with difficult, intelligent expert witnesses.
  • Explore tactics for deposing and defending expert witnesses.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Preparing for the Expert Deposition: Developing a Deep Understanding
  2. Understanding and Questioning Expert Qualifications
  3. A Primer on Dealing with Extremely Intelligent People
  4. Tactics for Deposing Witnesses That Possess a High IQ
  5. Tactics for Defending Your Expert

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Product ID 99730

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Approved 3 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 3 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 3 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 3 Total
California CLE Approved 3 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 4 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 3 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 3 Total
Florida CLE Approved 3.5 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 3 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 3 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 3 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 3 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 3 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 3 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 3.5 Total
Louisiana CLE Upon Request 3 Total
Maine CLE Approved 3 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 3 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 3.6 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 3 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 3 Total
Montana CLE Approved 3 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 3 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 3 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 3 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 3 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 3 Total
New York CLE Approved 3.5 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 3 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 3.5 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 3 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 3 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 3.5 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 3 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 3 Total
Texas CLE Approved 3 Total
Utah CLE Approved 3 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 3 Total
Washington CLE Approved 3 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 3.5 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 3.6 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Preparing for the Expert Deposition: Developing a Deep Understanding

    1. Importance of Thorough Case Knowledge - Factual and Legal
    2. Identifying Expected Key Areas of Expert Testimony
    3. Developing an Expert Deposition Outline

  2. Understanding and Questioning Expert Qualifications

    1. Evaluating the Expert's Credentials and Experience
    2. Challenging the Expert's Methodology
    3. Exploring the Scope of the Expert's Opinion
    4. Identifying Potential Biases or Conflicts of Interest

  3. A Primer on Dealing with Extremely Intelligent People

    1. Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Questioning
    2. Adapting Questioning Techniques for Different Personality Types

  4. Tactics for Deposing Witnesses That Possess a High IQ

    1. Anticipating Complex Answers and Follow-Up Questions
    2. Using Hypothetical Scenarios to Test the Expert's Reasoning
    3. Challenging Assumptions and Underlying Theories
    4. Effective Use of Exhibits and Demonstrative Evidence

  5. Tactics for Defending Your Expert

    1. Preparing Your Expert for the Deposition
    2. Anticipating Opposing Counsel's Tactics
    3. Responding to Aggressive Questioning

Who Should Attend

This program is for attorneys. Paralegals, office managers, and other legal professionals may also benefit.

Speakers

T. Kevin Knight
T. Kevin
Knight
DSK Law
John M Cinti
John M.
Cinti
Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis LLC
Elaine Moyer
Elaine
Moyer
Young Moore and Henderson, P.A.
Speaker bio
T. Kevin Knight

T. Kevin Knight

DSK Law
T. Kevin Knight

is a partner in the law offices of DSK Law. He is board-certified as a trial lawyer by both The Florida Bar and the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Over the course of his practice, Mr. Knight has generally focused on personal injury litigation. He earned his B.S.B.A. degree, summa cum laude, from the University of Central Florida and his J.D. degree from Stetson University College of Law.

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John M Cinti

John M. Cinti

Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis LLC
John Cinti

is an attorney with the law firm of Mintzer Sarowitz Zeris & Willis LLC, where he has focused his practice on civil litigation, concentrating on personal injury with an emphasis on matters involving catastrophic injury and wrongful death. Additionally, Mr. Cinti has regularly brought his talents to the aid of clients in disputes involving breach of contract and a variety of commercial torts. He also has significant experience in assisting clients in various aspects of insurance coverage, including bad faith claims, declaratory judgment and insurance agent/broker malpractice. Mr. Cinti was designated a Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court in 2004. He is a member of the New Jersey State, New York State and Pennsylvania bar associations. Mr. Cinti earned his B.S. degree from the University of Scranton and his J.D. degree from Rutgers University School of Law-Newark.

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Elaine Moyer

Elaine Moyer

Young Moore and Henderson, P.A.
Elaine Moyer

is of counsel at Young Moore and Henderson, P.A. She focuses her practice on complex civil litigation involving transportation and general liability matters. Ms. Moyer also has significant experience defending medical professionals and attorneys in malpractice matters. She has argued issues of first impression before the Pennsylvania Superior Court (Middle District) and has successfully defended general liability matters before a jury, receiving a non-suit on behalf of a hospital client. Ms. Moyer has significant experience in ADR of vehicle, general liability, and medical negligence claims. She earned her B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her J.D. degree from Duquesne University School of Law.

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