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Press Play: Getting the Most Out of Deposition Video in Litigation

August 26, 2026 Joe Stephens

Video depositions are one of the most powerful—and most underused—tools in a litigator's arsenal. Deposition video is expensive to order and easy to forget about. But what if there was a quick and easy way to turn it into a strategic advantage?

Join attorney and law professor Joe Stephens for a practical look at how to get maximum strategic value from your deposition video, from the moment you schedule the depo to the moment you play a clip in front of a jury.

Joe will cover the case for ordering video for every significant deposition, then dive into a live demonstration of how Steno's Text-to-Video Sync and Clip Cutting tools make the entire workflow faster, simpler, and more effective, all without ever leaving Transcript Genius.

Gain an understanding of:

Why video depositions are worth ordering on every significant case and when they can change the outcome
How to use clips for testimony in lieu of a live witness
How Text-to-Video Sync lets you navigate hours of footage in seconds, right inside Transcript Genius
How to cut, trim, caption, and export trial-ready clips without extra software or added cost

Plus, you’ll leave with a practical framework for building your clip library from depo day through closing argument.

About the Contributor

Joe Stephens

Joe Stephens, J.D., is Steno's Director of Legal Solutions as well as a Clinical Lecturer at Texas Tech University School of Law. With over 15 years of experience in criminal defense and public service, he founded and led Texas' largest rural public defender office, which serves a 12-county area. A graduate of The University of Texas School of Law (cum laude) and Vanderbilt University (B.A.), Stephens currently serves as a Board Member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association (TCDLA) and sits on multiple State Bar of Texas committees. His expertise spans the intersection of legal practice and technological innovation in the justice system.

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