Civil Depositions Practice teaches you key techniques for this crucial part of the litigation process. A panel of experienced litigators impart practical skills and tactical considerations that help you learn how to successfully take and defend a deposition. Hear from federal and state court judges on a wide range of issues that arise during and after depositions. The program provides a mixture of lectures, demonstrations, and question and answer sessions, ensuring that you obtain the maximum benefit from the faculty’s experience and expertise. If you are nervous about taking your first deposition or need help in taking your next one, you won’t want to miss this program!
Course Content
9:30am - 9:40amWelcome and Introduction
Panel
9:40am - 10:20am
Strategic Considerations & the Role of Depositions in the Overall Discovery Plan
Jennifer Boyd Herlihy, Esq.,
Adler, Cohen, Harvey, Wakeman & Guekguezian, LLP, Providence
10:20am - 11:20am
Preparing for and Taking the Deposition
Kenneth R. Berman, Esq.,
Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP, Boston
11:20am - 11:30am
Networking and Refreshment Break
11:30am - 12:15pm
How to Prepare a Witness for a Deposition
Christopher G. Clark, Esq.,
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, Boston
12:15pm - 1:00pm
Civil Depositions Practice: Dealing with Hostile Witnesses & Obstreperous Defense Counsel
Emily E. Renshaw, Esq.,
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Boston
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Lunch (on your own)
1:45pm - 2:30pm
Ethical Issues in Deposition Practice & Sanctionable Conduct/Zealously Representing & Protecting the Deponent
Kathy Jo Cook, Esq.,
Sheff & Cook LLC, Boston
2:30pm - 3:00pm
Using Depositions in Motions & Trial
Nathaniel Bruhn, Esq.,
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Boston
3:00pm - 3:10pm
Networking and Refreshment Break
3:10pm - 4:30pm
Civil Depositions Practice: View from the Bench Judges
Hon. Rosemary Connolly,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Hon. Peter B. Krupp,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Hon. Susan E. Sullivan,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Hon. Daniel M. Wrenn,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Please Note
This webcast is delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.
Speakers
ChairMatthew E. Miller, Esq.,
Foley Hoag LLP, Boston
Faculty
Kenneth R. Berman, Esq.,
Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP, Boston
Nathaniel Bruhn, Esq.,
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Boston
Christopher G. Clark, Esq.,
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, Boston
Hon. Rosemary Connolly,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Kathy Jo Cook, Esq.,
Sheff & Cook LLC, Boston
Hon. Robert B. Gordon,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Jennifer Boyd Herlihy, Esq.,
Adler, Cohen, Harvey, Wakeman & Guekguezian, LLP, Providence
Hon. Peter B. Krupp,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Emily E. Renshaw, Esq.,
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, Boston
Hon. Susan E. Sullivan,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
Hon. Daniel M. Wrenn,
Superior Court, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
