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- calendar_month April 2, 2026 @ 1:00 p.m. ET./10:00 a.m. PT
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In-House Counsel Depositions: Navigating Complex Legal and Ethical Issues
Responding to Deposition Notices and Subpoenas, Protecting Attorney-Client Privilege
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About the Course
Introduction
This CLE webinar will provide guidance for in-house counsel to minimize potential damage to the corporation when noticed or subpoenaed for a deposition. The panel will explain how the attorney-client privilege and other evidentiary privileges may be strategically asserted to protect confidential information.
Description
Depositions of in-house counsel are routine in business litigation, giving rise to complex legal and ethical questions regarding conflict of interest and evidentiary privileges. These issues arise primarily from the in-house attorney's dual role as legal and business adviser to the corporation.
To increase the likelihood of success in asserting the attorney-client privilege in future litigation, in-house counsel being deposed should carefully distinguish legal advice from business advice and clearly indicate when they are acting in a professional legal capacity.
Further, in-house counsel must make strategic decisions regarding when and how to respond to deposition notices and subpoenas, including when to make a motion to quash such notices or request a protective order.
Listen as our panel of experienced attorneys explains how in-house counsel can avoid or limit personal or corporate liability exposure during depositions. The panel will discuss the application of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and key court decisions addressing the deposition of in-house counsel and will explain best practices for responding to deposition notices and subpoenas and protecting privileged information.
Presented By
Mr. Boone focuses his practice on a wide range of corporate, executive and professional liability matters as both coverage and defense counsel. He has appeared on behalf of insurers, entities and individuals before federal and state courts throughout the United States at both the trial and appellate levels. Mr. Boone also has extensive experience in resolving legal issues prior to litigation, which includes everything from monitoring sensitive and complex insurance coverage matters to representing clients in a variety of federal, state and internal investigations. He has also advised numerous established and startup companies regarding corporate governance matters and currently serves as a director or adviser on several corporate boards.
Ms. Ingram-Hogan focuses her practice on complex business litigation, class or mass action defense, and appeals in state and federal courts. She serves clients in a wide variety of industries, including in the healthcare, investment, pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution, and insurance sectors. Ms. Ingram-Hogan strives to provide all clients with consistent communication, high-quality advocacy, and strategic solutions that fit clients’ real-world needs. Her experience includes deep engagement in intellectual property, competitive practices, ERISA, False Claims Act, product liability, business tort, and breach of contract disputes. Ms. Ingram-Hogan has experience taking cases from initiation through final resolution, whether by settlement, motion, or trial. While much of her practice typically focuses on defense work, she represents plaintiffs and defendants in business disputes.
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This 90-minute webinar is eligible in most states for 1.5 CLE credits.
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Date + Time
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Thursday, April 2, 2026
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1:00 p.m. ET./10:00 a.m. PT
I. Application of Federal Rules of Civil Procedure to depositions of in-house counsel
II. Key court decisions impacting depositions of in-house counsel
III. Best practices for responding to deposition notices and subpoenas
IV. Best practices for protecting privileged information
The panel will review these and other key issues:
- What guidance do the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and relevant case law provide regarding the deposition of in-house counsel?
- How can in-house counsel prepare to address privilege issues that arise during depositions?
- How can in-house counsel best distinguish between business advice and legal advice when responding to questions during depositions?
- What are some effective tactics for in-house counsel responding to deposition notices or subpoenas?
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