Goal & what you need

Goal

Prepare a deposition without missed participants, stale sources, wrong exhibits, privilege leakage, coaching, access failures, or lost post-event proof.

What you need

A verified matter, responsible lawyer, exact notice or subpoena, service proof, orders, and witness identity
Written lawyer direction on deposition purpose, scope, attendance, preparation, privilege, objections, exhibits, production, recording, confidentiality, and aftercare
Current Florida Family Law Rules 12.280, 12.300, 12.310, 12.330, 12.380, 12.390, 12.400, 12.407, and 12.410
A restricted version-controlled workspace separating witness logistics, lawyer work product, exhibits, holds, and proof

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1Determine the verified matter, deposition type, witness role, noticing party, responsible lawyer, exact notice or subpoena, orders, and current contact information.
2Establish written lawyer direction on purpose, scope, attendance, testimony preparation, privilege, objections, exhibits, document production, recording method, remote protocol, confidentiality, and post-deposition work.

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OfficialThe Florida BarPrimary source

The Florida Bar, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure effective October 1, 2025, including Rules 12.012, 12.280, 12.281, 12.285 and 12.287

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