VIDEO DEPOSITIONS: Next Steps & Post Production

After you record a video deposition, you may be wondering what comes next and if you have the time. This article will outline the steps you need to take after recording your deposition and how VCE Legal Tech can help you save time. Keeping these things in mind, you can ensure that your video evidence is handled properly and the files work like they should in trial.

First we will cover file formats for legal video. It is important to make sure that your video deposition is the right file format for the trial presentation software you will be using. The most common and compatible file type is MPEG-1. MPEG-1 works well with most synchronization software as well. However, synchronization software has different file type export options. This is because different trial presentation software uses specific file types to present synchronized video. This being said, you will need to check and see what file type is supported by your trusted trial presentation software when exporting your synchronized deposition.

Why should I synchronize my deposition? In order to ensure that the video is admissible as evidence, it is important to have your video synchronized to the transcript. Adding video to your transcript exhibits creates a more engaging experience for the jurors. There are a few different ways to create a synchronized transcript, but the most common method is to use a software program. This program will align the audio from the video with the text of the transcript. Once the alignment is complete, the file can be exported to be used in trial presentation software. Synchronizing video to transcript is an important step in preparing legal video for use in court.

Last but certainly not least, you may find that you also need to edit parts out of your video deposition before it can be used as evidence in court. For example, you may need to remove any confidential information or simply cut out any parts that are irrelevant to the case. More commonly, you may only want to use a few specific clips from the recoded video deposition. This is where having a company like VCE Legal Tech can be of use to your law firm or legal practice.

While many lawyers enjoy the creative process of editing their own videos, the reality is that the process can be time-consuming and often requires specialized knowledge. In addition, lawyers must often juggle multiple case files and deadlines, making it difficult to find the time to edit videos. As a result, many lawyers rely on video editing services to save time and ensure that their videos are of the highest quality.

Here at VCE Legal Tech we have a combined experience of 30+ years in legal video services. Whether you need us to convert your video to a desired file type, synchronize a video to a transcript, or even provide simple edits to your video deposition, we have you covered. By entrusting VCE Legal Tech with the video editing process, you can focus on what you do best: practicing law. Contact us today to learn more about our services or get a quote.