Deadlines shift.
Depositions run long.
Calendars overlap.
Clients demand attention.
And while depositions are critical, they don’t always require your physical presence — especially when your time could be better spent preparing strategy, meeting clients, or managing high-value matters.
That’s where reliable deposition coverage becomes more than a convenience — it becomes an operational advantage.
Litigation activity across New York and New Jersey is increasing significantly.
Recent reporting on data from the New York Office of Court Administration shows that more than 24,700 trials were commenced statewide in 2025 — marking a dramatic increase over the prior year. In New York City alone, trial commencements more than doubled year-over-year, reflecting a sharp rise in case movement across the five boroughs.
As trial activity rises, deposition volume follows.
For attorneys managing active litigation dockets, this surge creates pressure well beyond the courtroom. Increased trials mean more witnesses, more scheduling coordination, and more overlap between court appearances, depositions, and filing deadlines.
And when deposition volume increases, the need for reliable coverage becomes essential not optional.
When attorneys think about delegating depositions, the first concern is often control.
But the real question is: Are you using your time where it matters most?
Professional deposition coverage allows you to:
Court calendars change — but so do deadlines. A flexible support system ensures neither suffers.
ZR Per Diem Services provides both virtual and in-person deposition coverage across New York and New Jersey.
With a 99.2% success rate in securing deposition coverage, our clients rely on us not just for availability but for consistency.
Our per diem attorneys are:
When you delegate deposition coverage, you’re not giving something up — you’re gaining control over your workflow.
High-performing firms understand that growth requires leverage. Delegating deposition coverage allows you to:
Instead of reacting to conflicts, you operate with a built-in backup plan.
The surge in trial commencements throughout 2025 signals a demanding year ahead. As 2026 unfolds, firms should anticipate continued pressure on court calendars, deposition schedules, and internal resources.
But increased litigation volume doesn’t have to mean increased stress.
Firms that build reliable coverage into their workflow operate differently. They protect deadlines. They avoid double-booking conflicts. They preserve strategy time.
Rather than reacting to scheduling strain, consider building a structured backup plan into your litigation flow now.
In a busier courtroom environment, control is an advantage.