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To have a successful deposition, it is always crucial to understand all the: who’s, what’s, and when’s.

Before the Deposition

It is important to determine what is needed for the deposition:

• Will you need a videographer?
• Will you need an interpreter?
• Is video conference a necessity for the case?
  • If yes, do you need portable video conference in order to reach multiple parties at multiple locations at once?

Additionally, it is key to understand what Court Reporter is best for you.

• For instance, will the deposition benefit from a Real-Time Reporter?

By asking these questions and determining what is needed, it will lead to one step closer in having a successful deposition.

During the Deposition

During a deposition, it is vital for the Court Reporter to play their part properly and accordingly.

• A Court Reporter should arrive at least 30 minutes early. It will help ease the minds of the attorneys about a no-show or a cancellation.
• It is important to make sure all equipment for the deposition is working correctly.

Attorneys and Court Reporters can help each other to meet the goals of obtaining a positive deposition experience.

• During breaks, attorneys can inform court reporters of correct spellings or court reporters can double check with attorneys for correct spellings of names and locations.

After the Deposition

Once a deposition has been visited and the record has been taken down, it is crucial to finishing up the loose ends that will result in a final draft of a transcript. With that being the final item to cross off, it is important to understand certain issues:

• It is good to communicate and inform all those involved what format is desired for the final transcript.
• It is also important to know the level of urgency that is needed for completing the transcript.

It is always crucial to have a short turnaround time of 10 days or sooner. If an attorney is requiring the transcripts to be sooner than later, it is good to have an expediting option.

• By everyone being informed about the deadline for the final transcripts, it creates a mutual understanding of what is to be expected in the upcoming days.

Overall, by knowing what is needed in a deposition and by stating what is wanted, it provides a clear understanding what the goals are for this particular deposition, thus ultimately leading to a satisfying deposition experience.

Schedule your next deposition with us today.

Many litigators and their staffs and clients in recent years have been told that videoconferencing for a deposition or even a hearing is a great way to save time and expense.  While that is true, everyone generally still had to get to a common location somewhere, and this like any other planned meeting involved logistics and administrative time.  While videoconferencing facilities shortened travel, they did not eliminate travel.  As is generally the case with technology as it relates to the legal world these days, things are changing quickly.  As has always been the case, the Georgia court reporters at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC, are jumping right in and embracing a new advancement in technology.

What Is Portable Videoconferencing?

The court reporters at the firm are proud to announce that we now offer our clients portable videoconferencing capabilities.  What that specifically means is that we can set up a videoconference in your office or whatever location you desire.  Below is how it works:

1.  We Supply the Television

Our team will bring a full-sized television to your office or other chosen location so that you and those with you can easily see what’s happening.  We’ll make sure it’s placed in a central location for easy and comfortable viewing.

2.  We Provide the Setup

All we need is an Internet connection and we’ll handle the rest.  We’ll get the videoconferencing technology hooked up and plugged into your existing system.  We’ll make sure the video feed is strong and reliable and we’ll get you started.

3.  We Provide the Tech Support

Just in case something does go wrong, we will have a technical professional on-site and ready to go should the need for such help arise.  That way you won’t have to make a phone call or send an email and then wait for someone to arrive.

4.  We Provide the Quality Control

In addition to on-site tech support, we will also provide oversight for the entire process.  Sometimes video feeds can be a bit slow or choppy, but we’ll handle that.  Sometimes volume needs to be adjusted, and we’ll handle that.  We’ll make sure the entire process goes smoothly.

5.  We Provide the Recording

After the videoconference is complete, you will most likely want to review the video of it.  We’ll make sure that you are able to access that video as quickly as possible.  All you need to do is make the request and we’ll do the rest.

You won’t have to worry about security either, as the entire system we provide is web-based, which means that no additional firewalls will be necessary.  This not only saves time and expense, but it also provides you with a faster, more efficient video feed.  If you’re ready to put an end to travel for several things that you’ve gotten used to driving or flying to, just let us know – we’ll be ready to help you.  Contact Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC today to learn more about our portable videoconferencing.

If you’ve been reading our blog, you know that the Georgia court reporters at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC has long believed in the idea of embracing technology.  We’ve incorporated offerings into our service that provide for an enormous number of advantages for our clients, and we will continue to do so in the future as more and more advances are made.  These advantages make a tangible difference for those who work with us both in terms of the quality of the service we provide and to their bottom lines.

However, this embrace of technology does not mean that we want to see human court reporters disappear from court rooms or deposition rooms.  We still believe that the presence of an actual person handling the court reporting duties is extremely important, and we’ll always make sure that one of our Georgia court reporters is on the scene when something is happening.  Below are five reasons why we think this way.

1.  The Human Element Matters

Many people have been known to speak more clearly when they are in front of a person as opposed to speaking into a speaker or a microphone.  Most people comport themselves differently when working in the presence of a person as opposed to a laptop.  That makes a difference in courtrooms.

2.  Clarification

If a video recorder is handling the court reporting aspect of a hearing, that piece of technology will not speak up and ask for a clarification if an answer is mumbled or otherwise inaudible.  Those who review the transcript will simply see that what was said could not be deciphered.  A human court reporter will do what’s necessary to prompt a clear answer if necessary.

3.  Technology Problems

If one of our Georgia court reporters is sick or stuck in traffic or something else happens, the folks at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC will provide another court reporter immediately.  What happens if technology breaks down during a hearing?  Who fixes that problem?  A technological breakdown can severely hamper the progress of a proceeding.

4.  Responsibility

The Georgia court reporters at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC, have always stood behind the work produced for clients.  If there was some sort of a problem, we have corrected it.  That may not be so easy when it comes to technological glitches that arise during a hearing, deposition or trial.

5.  Not Mutually Exclusive

It’s our belief that using technology should augment the human aspect of our court reporting service instead of replace it.  It’s also true that the presence of technology improves the way in which we deliver our transcripts.  These two elements are not mutually exclusive, but rather serve to help each other.

If you’d like to learn more about how we provide the best of both human talent and technology that court reporting can offer, all you need to do is contact the team at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC.  We will happily describe how we can help you and answer your questions promptly.

Lawsuits do not occur in a vacuum, and they do not unfold in a convenient manner such that everyone simply walks to a nearby location to present their positions.  There is a side to litigation that is nearly as time-consuming and stressful as the matter itself, and that’s managing all of the logistics that relate to a case.  Any attorney who has handled active claims understands that there are innumerable details that need to be handled.  Any mistakes that are made could lead to severe, even irreparable damage to a client’s position.  No one ever wants to deal with the fallout from such a situation.

Fortunately, the world of technology has provided forward-looking professionals with the opportunity to manage all of these ‘behind-the-scenes’ details in a much simpler and more efficient manner.  One of the headaches related to litigation that can now be minimized or even in some senses eliminated with the proper tools is logistics.  Arranging for travel for witnesses to a deposition or taking the time yourself to travel to one is a waste of many different types of resources.  It’s also not easy to have to make sure that a witness is on a plane or on the way in his or her vehicle.

Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC has a solution for clients that will deal with this exact scenario.  It’s known as portable web conferencing.  It is just like it sounds – it allows litigators to handle their depositions without having to travel.  The portable web conferencing capability that we provide brings the following benefits to those who make use of this technology:

• Fully interactive interface
• Multi-party capabilities
• Need only a device that can connect to the Internet
• System uniquely tailored to meet the needs of litigators

We’ll also minimize the chance that you encounter any actual glitches when it’s time to depose your witness.  We’ll make sure that everyone involved in the deposition is able to access the portable web conferencing interface via a computer, smartphone or tablet.  We’ll perform a test one day prior to your deposition to make sure that there are no connectivity issues at the deposition location.  We’ll also make sure that our firm provides all of the necessary tech support should something unforeseen arise on the day of the deposition.

This leaves you with a simple choice – you can choose to spend more time and money deposing a witness and endure more stress or you can do the opposite.  The Georgia court reporters at Elizabeth Gallo Court Reporting, LLC have always looked for advantages that can be put to use for our clients, and portable web conferencing is just the latest advancement we are proud to offer those who choose to work with us.  If you’d like to learn more about how we can make all of this happen for you, feel free to contact us today to obtain prompt answers to whatever questions you have.