Take it From the Top: Basics of a Rule 30(b)(6) Corporate Representative Deposition

This comprehensive program, presented by Connor Throckmorton, examines the requirements and strategic implementation of the Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 30(b)(6) following its 2020 amendments. The course analyzes the mandatory meet-and-confer obligation while providing practical guidance for both noticing and defending corporate representative depositions. Through systematic examination of procedural requirements and practical applications, participants will gain essential insights into effectively utilizing this important discovery tool.

Designed for civil litigators, this program offers concrete strategies for drafting proper deposition notices, preparing for meet-and-confer sessions, and conducting effective corporate representative depositions. Special emphasis is placed on navigating the collaborative processes required by the amended rule while maintaining strategic advantages during discovery.

Learning Objectives:

1. Analyze the 2020 amendments to Rule 30(b)(6) and their impact on corporate representative depositions
2. Implement effective strategies for drafting appropriate deposition notices and conducting productive meet-and-confer sessions
3. Develop practical approaches for addressing challenging opposing counsel in the meet-and-confer process
4. Apply best practices for conducting corporate representative depositions, including techniques for binding organizational witnesses to their testimony