30(b)(6) Rules: Talking to an Organization

by David M. Malone

Overview

The Rule 30(b)(6) organization deposition is the most powerful and efficient discovery tool available in complex litigation. In this handy and practical pocket guide, David Malone will help you get the most out of your chance to talk to--and pin down--organizations.

Topics include:

     •  Obligations of both parties
     •  Differences between the 30(b)(6) deposition and "named deponent" depositions
     •  When and why to take a 30(b)(6) deposition
     •  How to take a 30(b)(6) deposition
     •  Understanding the specifications
     •  Finding, preparing, and defending the designee
     •  Consequences of within the specifications -- and questioning beyond the specifications
     •  How the Rule 30(b)(6) deposition affects nonparties

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781632813893
Publisher:	National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Publication date:	01/01/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	115 KB

Table of Contents

CONTENTS

Chapter One. An Overview of Rule 30(b)(6) Depositions
Chapter Two. When and Why to Take a Rule 30(b)(6) Deposition
Chapter Three. How to Take a Rule 30(b)(6) Deposition
Chapter Four. The Specifications
Chapter Five. Finding, Preparing, and Defending the Rule 30(b)(6) Designee
Chapter Six. How to Ask Questions
Chapter Seven. Questioning within the Specifications
Chapter Eight. Questioning "Beyond the Specifications"
Chapter Nine. How Nonparty Organizations Respond