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If you are involved in litigation, there may come a time when your deposition will be taken.

A deposition is one of the methods that lawyers can use to find out information to help prepare a case for trial. You will be placed under oath and the attorney for the other side can ask you questions about your case. Here are some tips to help you prepare for and participate in your deposition:

• Prepare for the deposition by review all of your prior statements, affidavits and other documents which have been filed in court. Review your notes, logs, calendars and other paperwork so that you can easily recall the important details

•Discuss your concerns with your lawyer before the deposition so that your questions are answered.

•At the deposition, tell the truth. Many cases turn on the issue of credibility. If a lawyer can prove that your Answers are untruthful, the judge may disbelieve you at trial.

•Listen to the questions. Don't answer before the question is completely asked. Think about the question and pause for a moment before answering.

•Don't get mad at the other lawyer at the deposition.

•In general, keep your answers brief and to the point.

The law firm of Pradell and Associates provides low cost consultations in the areas of family law, criminal law, personal injury, probate law, wills and trusts, other legal topics. Attorneys at the office can normally see new clients soon after you call. A helpful support staff is available to provide prompt, courteous services to meet your legal needs. Free articles which cover over 50 legal topics in the areas of family law, personal injury, probate and criminal law are now available on the internet and are accessible at: Http://www. alaska.net/~pradell. Give Pradell and Associates a call at (907) 279-4529. This article is not intended to provide legal advice and should not be relied on for that purpose.