Question 1

A subpoena duces tecum allows a witness to submit answers in writing without appearing in person.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

In what ways can a computer assist you in summarizing a deposition?

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An e-copy printout of the document can b...

Question 3

A subpoena must be served by a

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A)   federal marshal.
B)   sheriff.
C)   person of legal age.
D)   paralegal.

Question 4

What are some of the ways to take depositions, other than orally, and their governing rules? What are the advantages and disadvantages of such procedures?

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The answer of What are some of the ways to...

Question 5

What should you do to plan and draft an outline for taking a deposition? What should be included in a witness file for the attorney?

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Review the file; research the law; revie...

Question 6

The document needed for commanding a person to bring documents to a deposition is a

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A)   subpoena duces tecum.
B)   subpoena.
C)   summons.
D)   quasi in rem. A

Question 7

A plaintiff can be required to attend a deposition in the jurisdiction where the action was brought.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Advantages of depositions include which of the following?

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A)   Only parties may be questioned.
B)   Deponents may be deposed for a full 10 hours.
C)   Answers can be used at trial.
D)   No notice to parties is needed.

Question 9

List the techniques for digesting depositions.

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1. Study the file to grasp the claim, de...

Question 10

The party requesting the deposition must pay recording costs.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Review the text section on digesting the deposition. Create a list of techniques for digesting a deposition.

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Techniques for digesting a deposition:
a...

Question 12

Digesting documents makes it easier to

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A)   impeach them.
B)   compare evidence.
C)   retrieve details.
D)   have them admitted as evidence.

Question 13

Paralegals may question deponents if the supervising attorney is not present.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Name two computer products for digesting depositions.

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This answe...

Question 15

Prepare a checklist for attending and reviewing the deposition and place it in your systems folder.

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Attending and Reviewing the Deposition
I...

Question 16

If a party is to be deposed, a subpoena must be prepared.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 17

Witnesses are more accurate if they refer to a diagram.

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A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 18

A subpoena is issued by a clerk in the federal system in

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A)   the district where the deposition is to be taken.
B)   any district that has jurisdiction.
C)   the location most convenient for the deponent.
D)   the district where the action is pending.

Question 19

When preparing witnesses for testimony

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A)   have them review all recorded statements.
B)   tell them the answers they should give.
C)   tell them to be impartial.
D)   tell them to answer questions quickly.

Question 20

A deposition may be taken without leave of court under Rule 26(a)  only if the

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A)   deponent is not a party.
B)   deponent does not have an attorney.
C)   deposition takes place outside the jurisdiction of the court.
D)   parties' planning meeting has taken place.

Exam 8: Discovery: Depositions

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In what ways can a computer assist you in summarizing a deposition?

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A subpoena must be served by a

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What are some of the ways to take depositions, other than orally, and their governing rules? What are the advantages and disadvantages of such procedures?

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What should you do to plan and draft an outline for taking a deposition? What should be included in a witness file for the attorney?

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The document needed for commanding a person to bring documents to a deposition is a

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Advantages of depositions include which of the following?

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List the techniques for digesting depositions.

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The party requesting the deposition must pay recording costs.

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Review the text section on digesting the deposition. Create a list of techniques for digesting a deposition.

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Digesting documents makes it easier to

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Paralegals may question deponents if the supervising attorney is not present.

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Name two computer products for digesting depositions.

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Prepare a checklist for attending and reviewing the deposition and place it in your systems folder.

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If a party is to be deposed, a subpoena must be prepared.

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A subpoena is issued by a clerk in the federal system in

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When preparing witnesses for testimony

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A deposition may be taken without leave of court under Rule 26(a) only if the

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