LEGAL TERMINOLOGY & JURY CHARGES (Version 6)

Seminar includes discussion and review of legal terms and phrases that are verbalized during court proceedings.  Seminar will include a review of both common and unusual legalese which will aid court reporters in their research to confirm it is the proper word, it is spelled correctly and the ability to define such terms.  In addition, the seminar will provide jury charge brief forms that will increase a court reporter’s proficiency in producing a timely and accurate transcript.

PROOFREADING (VERSION 6)

Review of common errors found in transcript production including:  Spelling, prefixes, suffixes, hyphens, dash and/or slash, compound words, idioms and catch phrases.  Seminar will include an overview of proofreading tips and techniques to improve transcript production quality.  

DO YOU WANT TO HOOK UP? (Version 3)

In this seminar, you will learn about the basics of realtime hookups:  Where to find the device manager, the different types of connections related to realtime hookups, the equipment you will need in order to hook up and provide realtime, and the types of litigation support software that the end user will need to receive the realtime feed. 

HOW TO OUTFIT A COURT REPORTING HOME OFFICE (Version 6)

Detailed discussion on how to properly outfit a court reporting home office.  Seminar will review the latest hardware and peripherals available to court reporters including:  Computers, printers, scanners, routers, smart phones, and other technological advancements. 

LUNCH BREAK

INTRODUCTION TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION (DEI) IN THE WORKPLACE

This introductory seminar will enable participants to understand and comfortably discuss the foundational concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. Topics including unconscious bias, microaggressions, privilege and everyday allyship will be discussed.  The session will also provide opportunities for meaningful self-reflection and an understanding of how a supportive and inclusive work environment can lead to greater productivity and help employees grow professionally and reach their full potential without barriers. 

WINDOWS 11

In-depth discussion regarding the new Windows 11 operating system, description of new features, applications, and upgrades in comparison to Windows 10 or earlier versions.  In addition, seminar will provide the opportunity for participants to query presenter regarding any technology issue facing court reporters.  

ISSUES AFFECTING COURT REPORTERS TODAY & IN THE FUTURE (Version 6)

An in depth and interactive discussion of critical issues affecting court reporters today and in the future.  Seminar topics will include:  Large agency versus small agency, page rates, quality of work, job assignments, copy sales, collections, attorney/court reporter relations, agency/court reporter relations, court administrator/official relations, freelancer v. employee issues, advice to improve court reporters’ status in the industry and other relevant issues affecting court reporters. 

CRAPPS (COURT REPORTING APPS) Version 3

Detailed discussion introducing and explaining apps (applications) available to court reporters such as Adobe Reader, iAnnotate, Google Calendar, etc.  These specialized programs, or apps, when downloaded to mobile devices, will provide additional functionality by performing tasks such as proofreading, managing calendars, reading PDF’s and more, that will increase a court reporter’s proficiency in producing a timely and accurate transcript.  

COURT REPORTING EFFICIENCY (Version 5)

In-depth lecture that will address efficiency problems and provide management techniques and solutions, when properly implemented, will increase productivity in the court reporting environment.