The initial suggestion from Bryan Freedman was that the deposition be held at Madison Square Garden and that tickets be sold. It was Freedman’s contention that the proceeds be donated to organizations that support victims of domestic abuse.

On Monday, Judge Lewis J. Liman granted Lively's request in documents obtained and reviewed by Entertainment Weekly. Per the ruling, Lively may choose the space of her deposition but must make arrangements for Baldoni's legal team to have a dedicated computer and the ability to print and copy documents throughout.