Installation of equipment can be a headache. The process, at its simplest, involves contacting the court administration (clerk, security, etc), determining the existing technological capabilities, figuring out the proper way to interface with the existing technologies, understanding the local rules, methods and timing for delivery and setup of your own equipment, and implementing a sound exit strategy. Luckily, any technology consultant worth paying should be entirely adept at this process. Ultimately, your consultant will help you plan a discrete and safe setup which seamlessly integrates the technology into the normal flow of the courtroom, but gives the judge, jury and attorneys an unobstructed view of your presentation.

Another common stumbling block is what to do when both sides plan on using technology in the courtroom. The truth of this is that it is an ideal situation, putting both sides in the position to save their clients money. In many matters, the parties might not be on the best of terms and communication might be at a minimum. Therefore, it might be tempting to simply surprise your opposition with the fact that you plan to present evidence or testimony electronically the first day of trial. It can save you time and money to discuss your plans with them beforehand in order to coordinate the sharing of equipment. This will lessen the burden, and possibly annoyance, of the courtroom personnel as they won’t have multiple parties contacting them to arrange for the same thing. Generally, it is a good idea to have both technology consultants coordinate with one another to ensure a fluid process in the courtroom with equal access for all parties.

written by Dylan Green Trial Presentation Consultant
	Click for a full biography Dylan Green is a Trial Presentation Consultant with Magna Legal Services. As a Presentation Consultant, Dylan is responsible for coordinating all facets of a trial for electronic presentation. These steps include, but are not limited to: coordination of equipment installation in the courtroom and war room, creation and organization of electronic exhibit databases, witness preparation, reproduction of documents into simplified trial binders for attorney reference, and providing expertise into presentation techniques and best practice methods of evidence preparation. Mr. Green has worked numerous trials in venues across the country. Practice areas of focus include toxic tort, medical malpractice, personal injury, anti-trust, patent, construction, asbestos and mold and mildew litigation. Before entering the field of litigation support, Dylan operated an information technology company in Tampa, FL. This experience provides him with a strong foundation for dealing with both the hardware and data necessary to create a simple, streamlined exhibit database and a courtroom setup that will perform to your needs.