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Want the scoop on innovation and the future of the court reporting industry? How about a peek inside an event exclusively designed for owners and senior officers of court reporting firms? Optima Juris President and Founder, Ian Hardy is headed to the NCRA Firm Owners Conference February 12-14, and will be bringing you live coverage…
Continue readingDo you need to set up a deposition in Taiwan? Ian Hardy, CEO & President of Optima Juris, explains how to get started. If you are a lawyer, paralegal, or legal professional looking to organize a deposition in Taiwan, you will want to watch this video. Takeaway Tips In general, you can depose willing witnesses…
Continue readingHere at Optima Juris we specialize in one thing and one thing only, international depositions. Headed by court reporters and legal videographers, our company is run like a family instead of a big corporation. We have a great opportunity for court reporters and legal videographers looking to work and live abroad. Please contact us to find…
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In this segment of International Deposition Tips with Optima Juris we tackle how to set up a deposition in the United Arab Emirates. Kimberlee Castro, CSR and Director of Scheduling at Optima Juris, walks you through the legalities for setting up a U.S. deposition in the UAE. If you are a lawyer, paralegal, or legal…
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We would like to take a moment to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season and a happy and healthy new year! We are thankful for the many relationships we have with you and the continued support you show us. We are looking forward to another year of helping our clients find exceptional depositions services around…
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In this segment of International Deposition Tips with Optima Juris we tackle how to set up a deposition in Thailand. Ian Hardy, President of Optima Juris, walks you through the legalities for setting up a U.S. deposition in Thailand. If you are a lawyer, paralegal, or legal professional looking to organize a deposition in Thailand,…
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In this segment of International Deposition Tips with Optima Juris we tackle how to set up a deposition in Canada. Kimberlee Castro, CSR, Director of Scheduling and Global Deposition Expert, walks you through the legalities for setting up a U.S. deposition in Canada. If you are a lawyer, paralegal, or legal professional looking to organize…
Continue readingIn this segment of International Deposition Tips with Optima Juris, Ian Hardy, President of Optima Juris, walks you through the legalities for setting up a U.S. deposition in Australia. If you are a lawyer, paralegal, or legal professional looking to organize a deposition in Australia, you will want to watch this video. Quick Reference: U.S….
Continue readingHe came, he saw, and he learned so much! Optima Juris CEO and President, Ian Hardy, is back from STARCON16 after days of seminars and insight on technology and the court reporting industry. In case you missed Ian’s extensive live coverage here is a recap of the Day 1 happenings. Creating a Culture of Gratitude, presented by Pat Carl & Ruth McCurdy The legal industry can be one of the most stressful…
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It’s time for another segment of International Deposition Tips with Optima Juris. Kimberlee Castro, Director of Scheduling and Global Deposition Expert, explains the rules and regulations for setting up a U.S. deposition in China. If you are a lawyer, paralegal, or legal professional looking to organize a deposition in China, you will want to watch this…
Continue readingAre you ready for STARCON16? This not-to-be-missed conference, hosted by the Society for the Technological Advancement of Reporting (STAR), brings together the best minds in the court reporting industry for robust seminars and workshops on the development and advancement of technology. As the driving force behind state-of-the-art court reporting technology, STAR provides a platform for members to present their ideas to product manufacturers in one united voice. And you can be…
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We are back for another segment of International Deposition Tips with Optima Juris. In our over fifteen years of experience organizing depositions abroad, the most common question we receive from clients is: We have a foreign witness we need to depose outside the U.S. What should we do to ensure that the oath is administered correctly? Luckily, the…
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It’s another segment of International Deposition Tips with Optima Juris. This week, Kimberlee Castro, Director of Scheduling and Global Deposition Expert, shares her helpful tips and knowledge on setting up a U.S. deposition in the United Kingdom. This is a must watch for all lawyers, paralegals, and legal professionals looking to organize a deposition in the…
Continue readingWe are very excited to unveil our first video from our brand new video series, International Deposition Tips. The entire Optima Juris team will be sharing insider tips, advice, guides, and information about international depositions in these quick and easy-to-view videos. First up we have Optima Juris CEO, Ian Hardy, explaining the first step to…
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Are you ready to pull your hair out trying to figure out how to plan a U.S. depo in another country? Rest assured that international depositions happen all the time and organizing one can be a simple, stress-free process. Simply follow these three essential tips and you can have a tidy and successful deposition abroad – benefiting your clients and your bottom line. Tip 1: Plan ahead Planning an international deposition requires time. We recommended giving yourself a four week leeway. Of course, it’s…
Continue readingGlobal Deposition Expert and Director of Scheduling, Kimberlee Castro, explains how to set up a U.S. deposition in Germany with complete success and minimal stress. Although taking a deposition in Germany can have its challenges, they are 100% possible and Kimberlee personally helps organize them all the time. About Us Optima Juris has been helping…
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Just days after Britain voted to leave the European Union and shocked the world, the Brexit vote continues to create havoc on global markets as the value of the pound tumbled. The Bank for International Settlements said there is likely to be a “period of uncertainty and adjustment” in the aftermath of Britain’s decision to…
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Let’s face it, sometimes lawyers can get a pretty bad rap! Yet, lawyers serve an invaluable service to our social and judicial system. When regular folks need help writing a will, or running a business, to whom do they turn? Lawyers. To soften the stigma, Steve Hughes created a day encouraging people to be kind…
Continue readingEvery year court reporting executives come together to discuss innovation and the future of the court reporting industry at the NCRA Firm Owners Executive Conference. This is one of NCRA’s most prestigious events and the largest gathering of court reporting firm owners and managers in the world. Optima Juris President and Founder, Ian Hardy, will…
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There is nothing we love more at Optima Juris than a good laugh with our co-workers. And nothing makes us chuckle louder than April Fool’s Day office pranks. Check out this list of our favorite office pranks and be sure to share them with your team. [youtube]eq2MuQWbBJ4[/youtube] [youtube]deoSfJOYrJQ[/youtube] [youtube]kbIL80b3NHg[/youtube] [youtube]GvplQbB02gc[/youtube] [youtube]RPh5QDKg63Y[/youtube] [youtube]gHvwR6rH8yQ[/youtube] [youtube]Ul26r2rbhE4[/youtube] About…
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A typical day for an international court reporter is anything but average. To celebrate the 2016 National Court Reporting and Captioning Week, we asked Walter Chiriboga, our exclusive local court reporter based in Mexico, to give us a peek inside his day. An Assignment Comes In Once I am contacted for a possible deposition taking…
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Have a witness you need to depose in a foreign country? Wondering how you can administer the oath correctly? There are a number of possible solutions available for swearing in a witness outside of the U.S. Our quick and easy infographic provides some practical suggestions based on our extensive experience scheduling depositions abroad. Need More?…
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The Optima Juris family is growing and we are very excited to introduce you to our latest team addition, Walter Chiriboga. Walter is a retired United States Marine, die-hard Yankees and Jets fan, and a U.S. court reporter based in Mexico. As a certified court reporter with over 19 years of experience, Walter will be working…
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It was another fantastic year for Optima Juris with depositions around the world, amazing clients, and lots and lots of fun. Check out what we got up to in 2015. Optima Juris has been helping law offices across the globe find the highest quality certified court reporters, legal videographers, and interpreters for over 15 years. If…
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The holidays are here and it is the perfect time to reflect on what this time of year is truly all about. While decorations, festive dinners, and non-stop shopping sprees are icons of the season, connecting with people is at the core of what makes any holiday special. Giving to those in need brings us all…
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Thanksgiving is almost here and that means time for family, feasting, watching football, and shopping until you drop. As we here at Optima Juris get prepared to say our thanks for this wonderful year, we thought you might enjoy these fun facts about Thanksgiving. Optima Juris has been helping law offices across the globe find the…
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Interpreters play a huge role in most international depositions. The right interpreter can be the difference between success and disaster, so it is important to understand interpreting basics. Here is our mini guide to interpretation for international depositions. Optima Juris has been helping law offices across the globe find the highest quality certified interpreters for…
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Are depositions in China possible? We get asked this question all the time and while it may look impossible, you can get the deposition you need from a witness who resides in China. Click on the infographic below to see our Insider’s Guide to Depositions in China and feel free to contact us with any questions you may…
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We have the summer blues! Check out a few of the amazing places we visited this summer while providing the highest-quality deposition services: Court Reporters for a Multi-City Deposition taking place in Montreal, Winnipeg, & Calgary, Canada Court Reporter & Interpreter in Mexico City, Mexico Court Reporter & Legal Videographer in Copenhagen, Denmark Court Reporter…
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Optima Juris would like to celebrate this Labor Day with an appreciative thank you to all the hardworking lawyers, paralegals, secretaries, and countless legal professionals here in the United States and throughout the world. Enjoy the infographic below highlighting a selection of interesting & fun Labor Day facts. We would also like to thank all…
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Planning a deposition in Germany can sometimes seem a little overwhelming. With all the rules and regulations it is easy to get lost in the mix. But have no fear! At Optima Juris we have been successfully organizing depositions in Germany for the past 15 years and we know what it takes to make a…
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Technology is all around us – connecting us closer to the world than ever before. In recent years, the use of teleconferencing technology to depose a foreign witness has become a smart financial choice to offset rising legal business travel expenses. Of course, nothing beats physically being present; and thanks to videoconferencing advancements and high-bandwidth…
Continue readingAwareness about the tipping customs in foreign locales can come in handy, especially when traveling for an international deposition. While it’s difficult to cover the tipping etiquette of all countries in a single post, here are some we think you’ll find useful when budgeting for your next international deposition. AFRICA MOROCCO At restaurants 10% is…
Continue readingAfter a long day of international deposition proceedings, it’s great to rejuvenate mentally with one of life’s many pleasures, golfing. Hitting the links is not only a proven stress reliever, but playing in majestically landscaped courses can provide an experience to retune all your senses. With 15 years of providing international deposition services, we know…
Continue readingLanguage barriers are often a hurdle when dealing with litigation abroad. Finding the right interpreter for your law firm to handle these language differences can mean the difference between success and disaster. An experienced, professionally certified interpreter can ensure that your international deposition runs as smoothly and headache-free as possible. Here are 5 tips to…
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There’s never a dull moment here at Optima Juris! Check out a few of the amazing places we have visited recently while providing the highest-quality deposition services: Court Reporter & Legal Videographer in Seoul, South Korea Court Reporter, Legal Videographer & Conference Room in Southampton, United Kingdom Court Reporter & Conference Room in Mexico City,…
Continue readingYou’ve already been at the office for hours with no breaks. Your boss is requesting the latest documents of an important case, and your phone is ringing off the hook – sound familiar? There’s no way around it, being a paralegal or legal secretary is stressful which can be taxing on the mind and body….
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