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Do You Need a Trial Technician on Your Team? Here’s How to Decide
January 26, 2026
Trial Technology & Presentation
Trials today rely heavily on digital evidence. Video depositions, electronic exhibits, demonstratives, timelines, and real-time presentation systems are now common in courtrooms of all sizes. With that reliance comes an important strategic decision for litigation teams: Do you need a dedicated trial technician, or can your team manage presentation and technology internally? The […]
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Why the On-Site Videographer Is the Missing Link in Remote and Hybrid Depositions
Remote and hybrid depositions are now a permanent part of litigation. They offer flexibility, cost savings, and scheduling efficiency—but they also introduce a new category of technical, ethical, and evidentiary risk. Poor audio. Unusable video. Internet failures. Witnesses testifying from bedrooms or kitchens. Attorneys spending valuable deposition time troubleshooting technology instead of questioning witnesses. […]
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Visual Advocacy: Using Digital Exhibits to Strengthen Your Case at Trial
Trial Technology & Presentation
Trial advocacy has always been about clarity and persuasion. While strong testimony and sound legal arguments remain essential, the way information is presented in the courtroom increasingly determines how effectively it is understood—and remembered—by judges and juries. Digital exhibits have become one of the most powerful tools available to trial teams. When used correctly, […]
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Boosting Client Retention and Upselling with Video Services
Client retention is often discussed in terms of responsiveness, accuracy, and service reliability. In the legal services ecosystem—particularly among court reporting firms, litigation support providers, and trial technology vendors—those fundamentals matter. But increasingly, how a service provider helps clients work more efficiently and present their cases more effectively is what determines long-term loyalty. Strategic […]
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Attorney–Trial Tech Prep Checklist
October 16, 2025
Trial Technology & Presentation
A courtroom trial technician can only execute as smoothly as the preparation they receive. Use this checklist before and during your trial to ensure seamless communication and presentation. Before Trial Finalize Exhibit List: Number exhibits consistently. Eliminate duplicate or confusing labels. Deliver the final list to your technician in advance. Provide Digital Files: Share exhibits […]
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Top 5 Risks of Using Non-Certified Videographers
October 15, 2025
Top 5 Risks of Using Non-Certified Videographers When depositions require video, attorneys and court reporting firms rely on videographers to create a precise and admissible record. But hiring someone without legal training—such as a general videographer who lacks certification or knowledge of deposition protocols—introduces significant risks. Below are the top five issues firms face when […]
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Working with a Courtroom Trial Technician: How to Avoid Miscommunication at Trial
Trial Technology & Presentation
In a trial, timing is everything. Evidence must be presented seamlessly, video clips must align with transcripts, and exhibits need to appear on screen the moment they are referenced. Even the strongest case strategy can falter if technical execution is clumsy or delayed. That’s why clear communication with your courtroom trial technician is essential. Trial […]
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Building a Seamless Narrative: Trial Technicians and the Power of On-Screen Storytelling
Trial Technology & Presentation
In today’s courtroom, technology isn’t just a convenience—it’s a core part of persuasion. Jurors and judges expect to see exhibits, depositions, and digital evidence presented clearly and without interruption. That’s where trial technicians step in. More than just “button pushers,” trial technicians serve as the unseen storytellers of the courtroom, weaving together words, images, and […]
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Key Differences Between Deposition Video and General Video Production
Key Differences Between Deposition Video and General Video Production At first glance, filming a deposition might seem no different than filming an interview or corporate presentation. After all, both involve cameras, microphones, and a subject speaking on record. But legal video is a highly specialized discipline governed by strict rules, technical standards, and professional protocols. […]
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