The legal technology landscape has introduced a new tool designed to support litigators during depositions: Filevine’s Depo CoPilot. This new product leverages generative AI to provide real-time transcription and analysis during depositions, with capabilities that extend beyond mere transcription. As described here, the AI tool is akin to having a “guardian angel” that points out awkward questions, testimony inconsistencies, and points needing follow-up.
Depo CoPilot stands out in a market populated with other real-time transcription solutions by offering real-time analytical insights. Lawyers can predetermine goals for a deposition, and the AI monitors the session to evaluate whether these goals are being met. For instance, a lawyer could set a goal to get the deponent to provide an opinion on a particular matter. The tool will continuously assess and indicate if the goal has been achieved, providing a status update and references from the transcription.
The platform also highlights various aspects of the deposition that are often overlooked amidst the rigorous questioning. Specifically, it can identify testimony inconsistencies, suggest follow-up questions, and pinpoint unanswered or ambiguous responses. Throughout the deposition, these insights are meticulously cataloged with references to specific points in the transcript, enabling attorneys to efficiently verify and address issues as they arise.
Depo CoPilot’s transcription feature further enhances its utility by timestamping each text piece and categorizing utterances by type—questions, answers, or third-party statements. This allows for structured and easily navigable documentation of depositions. It can function with a live microphone setup or during online depositions by joining the meeting.
Currently, the tool is exclusive to users of Filevine’s case management platform. However, Michael Anderson, Filevine’s executive vice president and chief product officer, has indicated the possibility of expanding availability as a standalone product in the future, potentially broadening its user base. For those invested in leveraging AI to enhance the deposition process, Filevine’s Depo CoPilot introduces significant advancements aligned with these needs.