Skillfully deposing a witness gives you valuable information for the trial. In the audiotapes and course book from this 3.3-hour April 20, 2007 program, Patrick M. Connors, Esq. gives you a useful and practical explanation of the relevant rules governing depositions in Federal Courts and also in those many States which have adopted the Federal Rules. Mr. Connors, Professor of Law at Albany Law School, provides both the new and the experienced litigator with important tips, warnings and suggestions.

Topics include:

• Overview

• Basis For Depositions (Rule 26)

• Depositions Before Action or Pending Appeal (Rule 27)

• Persons Before Whom Depositions May Be Taken (Rule 28)

• Stipulations Regarding Discovery Procedure (Rule 29)

• Depositions Upon Oral Examination (Rule 30)

• Use Of Depositions In Court Proceedings (Rule 32)

• Motions To Compel; Sanctions (Rule 37)