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CONSIDER A TRIAL CHECKLIST

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

Advise witnesses of need to testify & arrange  Arrange pretrial witness preparation and review of exhibits to be used  Determine if subpoenas for any witness is needed  Decide if adverse witnesses are to be called & compel attendance.

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The Deposition: What To Expect And How To Prepare

SW&L Attorneys Blog

Attorneys do this by sending written questions called interrogatories , issuing subpoenas , and holding depositions. The attorneys may use the transcript to support a pretrial motion. A general rule of thumb: if the case does not involve criminal charges or juveniles, its probably civil litigation.