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COURT REPORTERS


By virtue of their education, training, certification, and typically licensure, a court reporter, court stenographer, or shorthand reporter is a person whose job it is to record live testimony in proceedings using a stenographic machine, turning the proceedings into an official certified transcript. This can include sworn statements, depositions, discoveries, legal hearings and trials, and more.




COURT REPORTERS
CAREER AS A COURT REPORTER



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Who is a Court Reporter?

Because of their objectivity and function in the legal system, court reporters are frequently referred to as guardians of the record. They record every word said throughout a court or deposition procedure. Following that, court reporters create accurate transcripts of the sessions. The official record or transcript aids in the legal process's security.

What are the different career/profession/job options available in Court Reporting?

  1. Freelance Reporter

  2. Official Reporter

  3. Broadcast Captioning

  4. CART Provider

  5. Scopist

Types of Court Reporters

  • Registered Diplomat Reporter (RDR)

  • Certified Real-time Reporter (CRR)

  • Certified Manager of Reporting Services (CMRS)

  • Certified Legal Video Specialist (CLVS)

How many years will be required to study Court Reporting?

The majority of court reporting schools state that their curriculum take two years to complete. But, according to the NCRA, most students take three to five years to complete their education and graduate.

What is the basic qualification needed for Court Reporting?

Students must complete a two to four year training program at a vocational or technical school or college to work as a court reporter.

What are the top universities in India to study Court Reporting?

  1. Army Institute of Law

  2. Faculty of Law

  3. Lloyd College

  4. National Law School of India University

  5. Jindal Global Law School

What are the top 10 universities abroad to study Court Reporting?

  1. SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

  2. Cypress College

  3. Green River College

  4. West Valley College

  5. Fox Valley Technical College

  6. San Antonio College

  7. University of Aberdeen

  8. Aston University

  9. Bangor University

  10. University of Birmingham

What are the entrance Exams for Court Reporting?

​​To get licensed, you must pass a written exam as well as a skills test. Several states recognise the National Verbatim Reporters Association's (RPR) Certified Verbatim Reporter test in lieu of a state licensure exam. A minimum score of 70% is necessary to complete the RPR certification exam.

What skills are required to be a Court Reporter?

  • Punctuality

  • Confidentiality

  • Neutrality

  • Business Etiquette

  • Grammar, Punctuation and Proofreading

  • Assertiveness

  • Organisational Skills

  • Time Management

Which type of personality is best for a Court Reporter?

Court reporters' top personality traits are social responsibility and agreeableness.

What are the pros & cons of working as a Court Reporter?

Pros-

  • Job Outlook

  • Flexibility

  • Earnings Potential

  • Fast Start

Cons-

  • Expenses

  • Fast-Paced Environment

  • Sedentary Role



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