| name | deposition-notice |
| title | Deposition Notice Package |
| description | Drafts U.S. deposition notices (party, non-party subpoena, Rule 30(b)(6)), cover letters, scheduling letters, and proofs of service. Use when preparing or serving deposition notices or subpoenas in federal or state court. Triggers: deposition notice, notice of deposition, 30(b)(6), corporate representative, subpoena, subpoena duces tecum, AO 88A, witness fee, proof of service, scheduling letter. |
| author | CaseMark |
| author_url | https://github.com/CaseMark/skills/tree/main/skills/legal/deposition-notice |
| license | Apache-2.0 |
| version | 0.1.0 |
| execution_mode | open |
| jurisdiction | us |
| practice | litigation |
| language | en |
Deposition Notice Package
Draft compliant deposition notices, subpoenas, and related service documents for federal or state discovery.
Quick Start
- Gather inputs via the intake table below.
- Match deponent type to the document-selection matrix.
- Apply federal baseline checks (adjust for local rules).
- Generate documents from templates; attach exhibits as needed.
- Run the pre-service checklist; calendar all deadlines.
Intake
| Field | Notes |
|---|
| Court / Case No. | Include case caption and parties |
| Deponent type | Party, non-party, or Rule 30(b)(6) org |
| Deponent name / address | Plus counsel if represented |
| Date / time / time zone | |
| Location or platform | Physical address or remote link |
| Recording method | Stenographic, video, audio, or hybrid |
| Document requests | Subject matter and date ranges |
| Issuing court (subpoena) | Non-party only |
| Witness fee / mileage | Non-party only |
| Service method / date | |
Document Selection
| Deponent Type | Documents |
|---|
| Party witness | Notice of Deposition, Scheduling letter (optional), Proof of Service |
| Non-party witness | Subpoena (official form, e.g. AO 88A), Exhibit A (if docs), Cover letter, Proof of Service |
| Rule 30(b)(6) org | 30(b)(6) Notice with topic list, Exhibit A (if docs), Proof of Service |
Federal Baseline Checks
Adjust for state and local rules. Items marked [VERIFY] require jurisdiction-specific confirmation.
| Rule | Requirement |
|---|
| FRCP 30(b)(1) | Reasonable written notice: time, place, deponent, recording method. 10-14 days common [VERIFY local rules]. |
| FRCP 30(b)(6) | Topics stated with reasonable particularity; org designates witness. |
| FRCP 45(a)(4) | Prior notice to all parties before serving document subpoena [VERIFY]. |
