During legal proceedings, court reporters are key players responsible for accuracy and fairness. This blog explores the ethics and professionalism that guide their work, focusing on key principles they must uphold to protect the integrity of their work. Remaining Impartial Court reporters must remain impartial during court proceedings. Allowing personal
For many businesses, a website is undeniably critical for reaching new audiences — and is often the first impression someone will have of your brand. But having a website alone
Every so often you may need to hire a court reporter for an examination or other legal proceeding. The record that will be created by the court reporter is vital
An examination for discovery is a good method for lawyers to assess the progress of their case. Although a lawyer’s intention is to attend an examination fully prepared, they could
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the vast majority of examinations for discovery are conducted through online platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams. As it is a natural tendency for
An examination for discovery is the process where lawyers can review the strength and weaknesses of their case and a well-prepared lawyer will benefit from this exercise. Examinations also help
One of the most crucial moments leading up to trial is discovery. Discoveries are not only essential, but they can often be an important part of a lawyer’s trial because
To become a court reporter in Ontario, one must complete certifications and courses after high school that specifically focus on court reporting. The good news for you is that these
Active listening has a universal theme, such as the role of undivided attention. But much of listening is also context-specific. There is a difference when it comes to listening in
A meeting can be an effective and productive tool to facilitate the communication of ideas and concerns between team members. However, poor oversight of a meeting can produce the opposite
In a previous post, we addressed the importance of clients using court reporters during legal proceedings and talked about the attributes to look for when selecting a court reporter. In
Building an image online can be very useful for freelance court reporters. As a cheaper alternative to paid advertising, maintaining an active digital presence can allow them to effectively showcase
For those considering a career in court reporting, there are two types of reporters: freelance reporters and official reporters. Although they perform the same duties, there are some differences. Here
