Karen Fahr - July 18, 2017

No need to ‘catch flies’ when your boss asks you to set up a deposition in England. We have you covered! England is one of the most popular locations to schedule an international deposition and we created the ultimate cheat sheet to help you through the process. In our latest infographic, you will find easy-to-follow information and insider tips on how to organize a deposition in England.

What you need to know

Deposition Restrictions. Taking U.S. depositions in England is permissible and in general, you can depose willing witnesses in England without any special formalities or involvement of foreign courts.
Deposing a Willing Witness. If your witness is willing to appear voluntarily at his or her deposition, you can simply conduct the depo by 1) noticing the deponent in advance, and then 2) allowing the court reporter to administer the oath by stipulation of counsel for all parties.
Depo Venue. Depositions in England can take place at the venue of your choosing, whether that be a hotel room, law firm office, conference room, or videoconferencing facility. If you choose to use a U.S. consular officer you will need to make reservations several weeks or months in advance in order to book their limited conference facilities.
Plan Early. Give yourself a minimum of 4 weeks to plan. The further you plan ahead, the more likely it is that you’ll be able to locate and book the right professionals for your deposition.
Options: Attending your depo in-person or remotely. Thanks to much better internet connectivity worldwide and the rise of web-based video conferencing programs, many new options have arisen for conducting international depositions. Although it is always best (and highly recommended) to have all parties present with the witness for the most reliable and clearest record, there are several different cost effective approaches that can also be taken. We highly recommend reading our blog article, ’International Depositions: What Are Your Options’ to see which choice best fits your firm.

Hint. Optima Juris has locally-based court reporters for depositions in England, that means no to very low travel costs for you and your client.

Getting Locally-based Deposition Court Reporters in England. The final key for a successful deposition in England is finding the perfect deposition services for your firm. A locally-based court reporter or depo team means little to no travel costs for your clients. Plus, they can provide an expertise that can’t be duplicated. It’s a win-win situation!
Need to schedule a deposition in a different country? Please visit our YouTube video playlist, ‘International Deposition Tip Series’.
Click here for additional details on taking depositions in England. Feel free to contact us and we would be happy to discuss which solution is best for you based on your requirements and budget.

About Optima Juris

Optima Juris is the only U.S. agency exclusively dedicated to international depositions. We have been helping law offices across the globe find the highest-quality certified court reporters, legal videographers, and interpreters for over 17 years. If you should have any questions about international depositions, please do not hesitate to contact us or fill out a free quote to see how we can make your international deposition a complete success.
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