"You have a lot of control on how the depositions will go."
Going through depositions can be quite unsettling. It's easy to say and do the wrong things. However, it's important to know that you have a lot of control on how the depositions will go.
Here are a few free divorce advice for women regarding how to handle depositions:
- Prepare for the deposition several weeks beforehand - Ask your lawyer to help you prepare for it. Get an idea on the kinds of questions that may be asked and be prepared to stick to your answers.
- Be as civil and calm as possible. - Keep your feelings in check. Losing your temper will not work for your benefit during depositions.
- Listen closely to the question and take your time when answering them.
- If you did not understand the question, ask for them to be repeated. - Only answer the question if you are satisfied that you already understand it.
- Tell the truth. - You'll be in more trouble if you consciously tell a lie and you get found out. If you lie, you'll eventually be found out because inconsistencies will come up in your statements.
- Be as succint with your answers as possible.
- Let your lawyer make the objections. - Stop talking when he/she makes the objection, don't interrupt your lawyer while an objection is being made.
- Read each document presented to you, even if they already look familiar. - You may be looking at a different document.
- Don't be rude.
- Don't answer a question with something false just to get your ex's lawyer off your back.
- Stand by your answers and be consistent with them. - Consistency goes a long way during depositions.
- Don't sign the deposition or accept any arrangements without your lawyer's advice.
- Read your copy of the deposition and correct whatever needs to be corrected before you sign it. Do it within the required time.
Following through with the advice above will help you survive the deposition in the best way possible. Remember that it's important you work closely with your lawyer regarding preparations for this so that you will be well-prepared both emotionally and mentally for the real thing.
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