Steven, our client, is seeking a divorce from his husband, Todd. Steven is concerned that Todd, who has been in charge of the couple's finances for several years, will angrily respond to the service of the complaint by hiding or destroying the marital assets, many of which he had titled in his name. Your attorney has reviewed the situation and asked you to relate her position to Steven as a conduit, because she is in court today. What information did she cover?
What will be an ideal response?
Question 2
Deidra wants no expense spared in proving that her husband is a despicable tightwad. She insists that everyone be deposed on videotape. Deidra's attorney, in an attempt to cut costs because she cannot afford to front her demands, tries to tell her that such a form of discovery should be used sparingly. Which of these situations would not be an effective use of this method?
a. Witnesses are in ill health or infirm.
b. A witness lives in another jurisdiction but is willing to be deposed there.
c. A witness is prohibitively busy and expensive (such as an expert witness), and may not be available at trial.
d. When the opposing party is deposed
To increase pressure using body weight, lean on your client.
Building a Client Base Cont.
Measuring the client’s blood pressure
Testing client’s ability to identify sharp sensations
The client is positioned for the examination
Positioning of client