Court Reporting and Depositions in Ireland

The requirements for taking U.S. depositions in Ireland are straightforward and easy to follow using the Planet Depos checklist specific to Ireland.

Allowing enough time (roughly between 4-6 weeks is ideal) for scheduling depositions in Ireland is extremely important because of the logistics associated with the scheduling and planning processes. However, with teams living on-the-ground throughout Europe, we are often able to cover last-minute requests.

Counsel will determine whether their witness is willing to be deposed. If so, both parties can agree to stipulate the oath and begin the process of setting up the deposition.

Ireland is not a party to The Hague Evidence Convention; however, prior permission for taking depositions of Irish citizens is not required.  If you need assistance, contact the Planet Depos International Scheduling Department.

For specific information, please consult the U.S. State Department for Judicial Assistance.

Select the deposition services needed:

• U.S.-trained court reporter
• U.S.-trained legal videographer
• Any language interpreter

What is the location of the deposition in Ireland?

• Do you need Planet Depos to reserve a conference room for you?

If not participating in person, do you require videoconferencing services? (If not, please skip to the next item on the checklist).

• Do you need a location in Ireland?
• Will you need a location in the United States?
• Can you attend from your firm’s videoconference suite?
• Ask about Planet Depos’ Mobile Videoconferencing capabilities!
• Document Production
• Do you need assistance with exhibit printing?

Select your deposition date

• Start time
• End time

Visa Restrictions:

There is no visa required for travel to Ireland at this time; however, it is highly recommended that you have at least 6-months’ validity past the point of your return to the U.S. on your passport for travel to any European country.  You will also be required to follow the very strict Irish Immigration laws to be granted entry to the country.  For more information, please consult the U.S. State Department or contact Planet Depos’ International Scheduling Department.

Make travel arrangements

• Flight
• Lodging
• Contact Planet Depos for information about corporate discounts with our partner hotels
• Car rental

Send a protective order to Planet Depos for representatives to sign (if applicable)

Have you filled out the Planet Depos Standing Order Form? It’s an easy process that takes less than 60 seconds and will let us know:

• Transcript turnaround time (regular or expedited)
• Who should receive the Rough ASCII and final transcript
• The number of realtime laptops that are needed
• Preferred video format (DVD, MPEG1, Loaded DVD, Synchronized Viewer)

Send out Notice of Deposition to all counsel, your witness, and Planet Depos

Send prep materials to Planet Depos for reporter’s deposition preparation:

• Notice of deposition
• Complaint
• Subpoena
• Previous transcript(s)
• Word index

Obtain emergency contact information for Planet Depos representatives

Provide emergency contact information of counsel

Travel safely to Ireland and contact Planet Depos with any questions once you’ve arrived!

With teams living on the ground in Europe, Planet Depos offers 24/7 assistance for all of your deposition needs in Ireland. Our teams have been covering depositions in Ireland for over 15 years, earning the reputation of one of the leading experts in the scheduling process, travel, and document assistance. We would be more than happy to share our expertise and guide you through the logistical and procedural processes to ensure a successful deposition in Ireland.

Entry Requirements for Ireland
Ireland does not require a tourist visa. You will need a valid passport, and Planet Depos strongly recommends traveling with a passport showing no less than 6 months validity post your departure date from Ireland. You will need one blank passport page for your entry stamp. Planet Depos does recommend having at least 2 blank pages, however. Most flights from the Unites States do include a stopover in another country, so you will need to check any country or countries you pass through to determine if a separate transit visa is required.

For more information, you may also contact the Irish Embassy in the United States (2234 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington DC 20008):

Irish Embassy

Flying to Ireland
There are three major international airports in Ireland:

• Dublin International Airport (DUB) – Dublin (Dublin Airport)
• Cork International Airport (ORK) – Cork (Cork Airport)
• Shannon International Airport (SNN) – County Claire (Shannon Airport)

Airlines offering flights to Ireland include:

• United (www.unitedairlines.com)
• Delta (www.delta.com)
• American Airlines (www.aa.com)

Travel to Ireland
For updated travel alerts and information, please visit the State Department’s webpage at:

http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country/ireland.html

You can also download the SmartTravel App for your smartphone created by the U.S. Department of State.

Staying in Ireland
There are many locations to take depositions in Ireland. For example, Dublin offers many deluxe hotels to meet your conference room and lodging needs. Planet Depos has established relationships with many hotels in Ireland, and we can gladly assist with your conference room needs and hotel recommendations.

Medical Information for Ireland
There are many medical facilities in Ireland, and everyone speaks English. For a list of these facilities, and additional medical/emergency information, please go to:

U.S. Embassy – Ireland

For updated health information, including health travel alerts and immunizations, please visit Ireland specific website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at:

CDC – Ireland

Money Matters
Like most of the rest of Europe, Ireland’s currency is the Euro. ATMs are widely available, even in smaller towns in Ireland. Major credit cards are also widely accepted.

For up-to-date information on the local conversion rate, please visit a reputable currency converter website such as http://www.oanda.com/currency/converter/, which also offers an app for smartphones.

Weather
Ireland has a mild but changeable oceanic climate. You could very well experience all four seasons in one day, so pack accordingly. It frequently rains, regardless of the season. Temperatures in winter rarely go below 32, and seldom go above 68 in the summer.

Websites to visit
Embassy of the United States in Dublin, Ireland

U.S. Embassy – Ireland

Interesting Fact about Ireland
The longest place name in Ireland is Muckanaghederdauhaulia