Planet Depos, LLC (JD Supra Colombia)
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Colombia to the Rescue! Deposing Witnesses in South America
In the vast continent that is South America, three giants pose a problem when it comes to depositions: Brazil, Venezuela, and Ecuador. None of these countries permits depositions. Something else this trio has in common? Neighboring Colombia!
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Preparing for Depositions in Colombia
As mentioned in a previous blog, taking depositions in Colombia can be the solution if you have an Ecuadorian, Brazilian, or Venezuelan witness, as these countries do not permit the taking of depositions. As for any depositions to be taken abroad, the preparation can be intimidating.
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Deposing your Ecuadorian, Venezuelan, or Brazilian Witness in Colombia
Ecuador, Venezuela, and Brazil do not permit the taking of voluntary depositions of willing witnesses. Therefore, if you have a witness living in one of these three countries, you will not be able to depose them there. If your witness is agreeable, you may want to consider taking your depositions in Colombia, which does permit the taking of such depositions, and is a neighbor of the countries...