In light of recent incidents, such as the criticized congressional testimony by the presidents of Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology concerning antisemitism on campus, there’s been a resurgence in the discussion about the delicate balance needed in witness prep. Tensions often arise between what lawyers and witnesses want from the deposition process.
This divergence in interests, however, can be managed and mitigated, argue Ava Hernández and Steve Wood from Courtroom Sciences. Capable litigation teams can employ several strategies to bridge this divide, enabling their witnesses to navigate the demanding conditions of testifying with ease and confidence.
Ava Hernández and Steve Wood’s full insight can be found at Law360. Continued discourse on this issue is vital in ensuring both the comfort of witnesses and the efficacy of legal proceedings.