Rule 30(b)(6) Corporate Representative Deposition

Drafts and defends corporate representative depositions to create or contain binding corporate testimony with controlled scope, preserved objections, and defensible preparation records.

Prerequisites

1. Governing law — FRCP 30(b)(6) or state analog (e.g., Cal. CCP § 2025.230 [VERIFY]), local rules, protective orders
2. Case theory — claims, defenses, relief sought
3. Key documents — pleadings, correspondence, privilege log, claim timeline
4. Custodial map — org chart, document repositories, custodians
5. Logistics — noticing party/timeline, counsel, reporter, interpreter needs
6. Role — taking or defending the deposition
7. Deadlines — meet-and-confer, extension opportunities

Output Structure

Step 1: Select Mode