deposition-summary-narrative
Transforms deposition transcripts into topic-organized narrative memoranda with page-line citations, flagged admissions, contradictions, and credibility issues. Use when summarizing depositions, condensing transcripts for trial prep, or building case strategy during discovery or pre-trial phases.
Best use case
deposition-summary-narrative is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Transforms deposition transcripts into topic-organized narrative memoranda with page-line citations, flagged admissions, contradictions, and credibility issues. Use when summarizing depositions, condensing transcripts for trial prep, or building case strategy during discovery or pre-trial phases.
Teams using deposition-summary-narrative should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/deposition-summary-narrative/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How deposition-summary-narrative Compares
| Feature / Agent | deposition-summary-narrative | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Transforms deposition transcripts into topic-organized narrative memoranda with page-line citations, flagged admissions, contradictions, and credibility issues. Use when summarizing depositions, condensing transcripts for trial prep, or building case strategy during discovery or pre-trial phases.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Deposition Summary — Narrative Synthesizes a deposition transcript into a strategic narrative memorandum with embedded citations, flagged admissions, and credibility analysis. ## Prerequisites 1. **Deposition transcript** — full text with page and line numbers 2. **Case caption and docket number** 3. **Witness role** — plaintiff, defendant, fact witness, expert, or 30(b)(6) representative 4. **Attendee list** — attorneys and represented parties (preferred) ## Quick Start 1. Collect transcript and case identifiers 2. Identify witness role and key topics from transcript 3. Generate output sections in order: Header → Executive Overview → Narrative Body → Exhibit Log → Privilege & Objection Notes 4. Embed `(page:line–line)` citations after every material assertion 5. Flag admissions, contradictions, and memory gaps throughout ## Output Sections ### 1. Header Block - Case caption (style of cause, court, docket number) - Deponent name and litigation role - Date, location, attorneys present with affiliations - Privilege notice: "Prepared at the direction of counsel. Attorney Work Product — Privileged and Confidential." ### 2. Executive Overview (1–2 paragraphs) Cover key topics, most significant admissions, credibility concerns, and impact on case theory. ### 3. Narrative Body Organize by **topic, not Q&A order**. Typical sections: Background & Qualifications, Events Leading to Incident, The Incident, Damages & Injuries, Medical Treatment, Employment & Financial Impact. Adjust to fit case type. Per section: - Write flowing prose — never reproduce Q&A format - Cite immediately after each assertion: `(78:3–15)` - Flag admissions: *"Significantly, the witness acknowledged..."* - Flag contradictions: *"This conflicts with the affidavit stating..."* - Flag memory gaps: *"Witness claimed no recollection of X despite prior specificity about Y (167:12–168:3)."* - Note demeanor shifts or evasiveness inline ### 4. Exhibit Log | Exhibit No. | Description | Witness Response | |---|---|---| | Ex. 1 | Document type / date | Authenticated / Denied / No recognition / Contradicted | ### 5. Privilege & Objection Notes - Instructions not to answer (question, objecting counsel, basis) - Privilege assertions (attorney-client, work product, FRE 408) - Material objections on form, foundation, or scope ## Pitfalls and Checks - **Always cite**: never paraphrase a critical admission without `(page:line–line)` - **Length target**: ~25–33% of transcript length; completeness over brevity - **Accuracy**: do not characterize beyond what the transcript supports; summary must be defensible to opposing counsel - **Work product header**: repeat on every page with case name and deponent - **Follow-up queries**: cite both summary location and underlying transcript page/line - **Jurisdiction**: follows US federal and state civil litigation conventions
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