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International Deposition Blog

The Definitive FAQ for Taking U.S. Depositions Abroad, Part II

Ian Hardy / January 24, 2012

This is the second part of The Definitive FAQ for Taking U.S. Depositions Abroad article. You can find Part I here. If you have any questions about this subject feel free to leave a comment or reply to us on our Optima Juris Facebook Page 6. Will legal video shot in a foreign country play correctly…

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Legal Industry iPad 2 Apps – A Comprehensive List

Ian Hardy / October 25, 2011

Top iPad Apps Throughout the week we have tweeted, posted on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Tumblr some really impressive iPad 2 apps that can be of real use for Attorneys, Paralegals, Court Reporters or Legal Videographers. Instead of letting this list get lost in the socialshpere we put it all together for you in a comprehensive…

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Technology and International Depositions, Part I

Ian Hardy / September 26, 2011

Like every other field of human endeavor, technology plays un undeniable role in how U.S. depositions are conducted abroad. This article is the first in a series where we’ll explore how technology can be harnessed to make foreign depositions easier and less expensive. Low Tech but Still Useful: Telephonic Depositions One of the main costs…

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Swearing in Witnesses Abroad: A Primer

Swearing in Witnesses Abroad: A Primer

Ian Hardy / September 23, 2011

In our twelve years of experience organizing depositions abroad, the most common question my agency receives from clients is as follows: We have a foreign witness we need to depose outside the U.S. What should we do to ensure that the oath is administered correctly? Luckily, the answer to that question is probably less complicated…

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How to Conduct a Deposition Abroad

Ian Hardy / September 22, 2011

Attorneys: get ready! In our globalized world, more and more cases involve testimony from witnesses residing abroad. When this happens, you may find yourself getting geared up to take that flight into a foreign country, with the aim of nailing that crucial testimony for your matter pending in a U.S. jurisdiction.  What are the steps…

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Optima Juris Opens as the World’s First and Only Agency Dedicated to Depositions Abroad

Ian Hardy / September 21, 2011

Founded by Internationally-Recognized Global Deposition Expert Ian Hardy, Optima Juris Revolutionizes the Industry With Free Advice and Consultation Irvine, California September 21, 2011 –Today, Optima Juris made a significant mark on the legal industry, opening its doors as the world’s first deposition services agency to provide services exclusively outside of the United States. By capitalizing…

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