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Currently, many attorneys and court reporting firms use video conferencing technology to conduct depositions, mediations, and arbitrations remotely. It has become a common way to conduct legal proceedings during the pandemic and is something [...]

With all the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States, the staff at Casamo & Associates wants you to know that we are still here for you and ready to work! We can now perform all of your depositions, EUOs, [...]

  In an effort to keep everyone safe and healthy, yet still try to conduct business as usual, we are urging you to consider videoconferencing for your depositions. We will be waiving setup or videoconferencing fees during these crazy [...]

The purpose of any deposition is to gather facts and clarify details. The importance of clear communication during a deposition is something that everyone in the room needs to be cognizant of throughout the process. The importance of clear [...]

The more complex the case and the more important the witness, the greater the possibility that you will find yourself in the midst of a long deposition. While most depositions take less than a few hours, it is not unheard of for the process [...]

What every new attorney should know about depositions is a broad topic. While you are trained and familiar with both the law and procedures, your clients are not. As you prepare for trial it is essential to put forth a substantial effort to [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - December 14, 2018 Casamo & Associates, a full-service court reporting and litigation support firm based in Virginia, announced they have opened a new location in Leesburg, VA. Headquartered in Alexandria, [...]

One of our many court reporting locations is in Fairfax, VA, and we enjoy working and being there! For those who travel into town for depositions and other legal matters, we thought we’d let you know more about the city and some of the many [...]

We love working in Alexandria, VA! For those who travel into town for depositions and other legal matters, we thought we’d let you know more about the city and some of the many things you might want to see and experience if you have [...]

Efficient and effective. If your research isn't efficient, it won't be effective. There are many skills you must master as a paralegal and no skill is more important than your ability to accurately research a topic and provide the right [...]

During a deposition, an attorney’s primary goal is typically related to getting the information needed for their case. A court reporter’s primary goal is to create a complete and accurate record, or transcript, of everything that is said [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Alexandria, VA – October 23, 2017 Casamo & Associates, a full-service court reporting and litigation support firm based in Virginia, announced Dominion Reporting, a court reporting firm based in Warrenton, VA, [...]

Technology plays a huge role in the modern practice of law. Modern technology tools assist with becoming more effective and efficient in the discovery process of litigation. They also assist in firm management and trial presentation. How [...]

The last couple of weeks prior to an important trial in the court can be pretty hectic for attorneys and their support staff. There is a great deal of responsibility as well as enormous pressure that can have considerable impact on the trial [...]

In today’s legal field, the use of technology has become a critical component of many attorneys’ litigation strategies. Technological innovation has led to the introduction of preparation and presentation technology for attorneys. This [...]

Are you a witness with an upcoming deposition? Whether this is your first or one of many depositions you’ve had, it’s important to be as prepared as possible. What happens in your deposition will likely affect the outcome of the [...]

Attorneys are using video to give them an edge in their cases by using it during their depositions, discovery, and in the court room. As we speak to legal assistants, paralegals and attorneys every day, we are finding that many are not [...]

Has your case been affected by what your witness posted on social media? In today’s world, social media websites allow people to openly share whatever they want and communicate with others around the world. Over 1.79 billion individuals [...]

More and more attorneys are using videoconferencing to be much more efficient in their litigation process. In complex cases that include several witnesses, it is not unusual to come across individuals who are unable to travel to your [...]

As technology improves and advances, video depositions are becoming increasingly popular. They are being recognized as a valuable resource for both attorneys and juries before, during, and after a trial. You know the saying that a picture [...]