Facilitator Guide
Reviewing Your Transcript
Facilitator Guide
Reviewing Your Transcript
- Topic
- Depositions
- Duration
- Format
- Remote or in person
What’s Covered
- Mistakes to look for when reviewing a deposition transcript
- How to improve your deposition technique
- Taking note of your successes
Before the Session
Prepare the Attendees
Send the attendees an invitation for the session. Include this link, which has the videos and exercise they’ll need to prepare.
https://www.hotshotlegal.com/trainings/reviewing-your-transcript/attendee
Prepare Yourself
Watch the videos and read the exercise so you’re familiar with the Hotshot material.
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Course
The importance of reviewing your transcript after the deposition, things to look for, and how to learn from your mistakes.
During the Session
- What kinds of issues in the Q&A should you look for when reviewing your transcript?
- What are some mistakes lawyers make at depositions that weaken a transcript?
- How would you avoid making these mistakes?
- What are some common bad habits lawyers have in deposition questioning that show up in the deposition transcript?
- Anecdotes and war stories (e.g., about a near-disaster or a tough negotiation)
- General practice tips (dos and don’ts)
- Firm-specific guidance and practices
After the Session
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