Remote Deposition Best Practices

Upload every exhibit you might use before the deposition starts. Organize them in the order you plan to use them — last-minute uploads create unnecessary pressure during a live proceeding.

Run keyword searches on topics you expect to cover the night before. Having documents already surfaced means you're never scrambling mid-deposition when the direction shifts.

Send each participant's invitation or PIN well before deposition day. Ask them to click the link and confirm they can access it — don't wait to find out on the day of.

Reach out to your court reporter directly to confirm they've received their invitation and successfully accessed AgileLaw. Court reporter access issues are the most common source of delays.

Connect your computer to your router with an ethernet cable if possible. Wired connections are significantly more stable than WiFi for live proceedings where dropped packets cause real problems.

Run an AV test at least 30 minutes before start time. Check that your video is clear and your audio doesn't echo. Headphones with a built-in microphone reduce echo considerably.

Shut down applications you won't need during the deposition. Fewer open programs means more system resources available for screen sharing, video, and the AgileLaw interface.

Start the session early and admit everyone — witness, court reporter, co-counsel, and opposing counsel — before the official record begins. Resolve any access issues off the record.

Verify that each participant has the correct role set in AgileLaw before you start. Roles control what each participant can see and do — a misassigned role is disruptive to fix mid-deposition.

If a participant has trouble connecting, visit support.agilelaw.com or contact the AgileLaw team directly. Having the support page bookmarked means you're not searching for it under pressure.