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International Deposition Blog

Planning an International Deposition – Guidelines for Attorneys Part 2

Ian Hardy / October 2, 2014

  In Part 1 of our article “Planning an International Deposition – Guidelines for Attorneys” we discussed how to handle setting up a deposition abroad with a willing witness. But what if you have an unwilling witness that must be compelled to appear?   There are mechanisms in place to facilitate this under international law, which…

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Planning an International Deposition – Guidelines for Attorneys – Part I

Ian Hardy / September 25, 2014

Depending on the country in which the foreign witness is located, setting up a deposition abroad in a civil or commercial matter may be easier than you think. This article provides some general guidelines for U.S. attorneys who wish to organize the depositions of foreign-based witnesses. Step 1: Review the Relevant Code of Civil Procedure…

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NCRA Speed & Realtime Contest

The Need for Speed

Ian Hardy / August 22, 2014

In the world of court reporting speed and accuracy is what gives you bragging rights. Since 1909 the NCRA has held a National Speed Contests to crown the fastest court reporter in the nation. It is the most difficult and challenging test of skill and endurance a reporter can face. The 2014 competition drew 38…

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Deposing a Willing Witness in New Zealand

Ian Hardy / August 18, 2014

Even though they are not a party to the Hague Evidence Convention, New Zealand does allow the deposition of willing witnesses without any special formalities or involvement of foreign courts. Here is the official statement from the U.S. Department of State website about taking voluntary depositions of willing witnesses in New Zealand https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/Judicial-Assistance-Country-Information/NewZealand0.html: Voluntary depositions…

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International Depositions 101: A Preview

Ian Hardy / July 28, 2014

Optima Juris President Ian Hardy will be presenting his exclusive seminar, “International Depositions 101,” at the NCRA Convention & Expo this Friday 8/1/14. We are so excited about this event that we wanted to give you a little preview of what’s in store: Where do international depos happen? Everywhere in the world! Some spots, however,…

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Countdown to the NCRA Convention & Expo

Ian Hardy / July 24, 2014

  Optima Juris is proud to be an NCRA member and the only 100% American international deposition agency* As a California registered company, run from Los Angeles, we pride ourselves on providing American high standards of service, all over the world. Your requests are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Beware of…

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Taking Voluntary Depositions of Willing Witnesses in Turkey

Ian Hardy / July 23, 2014

Need to depose a willing witness in Turkey? You are in luck. Turkey is a signatory to the Hague Evidence Convention and in general you can depose willing witnesses without any special formalities or involvement of foreign courts. Below, is the latest official info on taking depos in Turkey, taken from the U.S. Department of…

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