Thanks, Linda!  I lived in Germany for almost six years, so I'm aware of the cultural things and the electrical differences.  I also always have a passport up to date.  Most of the time I have answered an e-mail requesting a reporter for an international deposition, and those requesting agencies are usually in other states.  I think maybe I will pick up the phone and try to call the agency next time so they can at least have some contact with me.  I so appreciate your input.  Someday someone will give me my first shot! :)