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Last week, Cite founder Joe Schell had the privilege of speaking before the Alabama State Bar’s Mid-Year Meeting.  Joined by panel members Judge Burt Smithart, attorney Leon Hampton Jr., and two Alabama Court Reporters Association members, Joe spoke on the dangers of digitalizing court reporting.  Specifically, Joe focused on how the lack of a reporter’s…

Recently, Cite founder, Joe Schell had the honor of speaking before the National Employment Lawyers Association’s Spring Seminar in Chicago, IL.   During his lecture, Joe spoke on the importance of technology in today’s courtroom, specifically highlighting how preparation is the key to success when it comes to trial technology. To elaborate on this, Joe…

Many legal professionals need court reporting services at some point in their careers. Luckily, there’s no shortage of quality reporting services in Alabama. The question is, with so many Alabama court reporting firms to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you?  When it’s time to choose a reporting firm, many…

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way legal professionals conduct business. To limit the spread of the virus, jurisdictions across the country have encouraged legal professionals and their clients to meet remotely. Although COVID-19 brought remote depositions into focus, partially remote depositions have been around for decades. However, when remote depositions occurred in pre-pandemic times,…

From circuit courts to superior court, official court reporters are needed for their transcription services in all types of settings. They may be used for depositions, hearings, civil cases and grand jury proceedings. Court reporters are absolutely crucial to court proceedings. Court reporters transcribe all dialogue spoken in court using a stenographer. The verbatim record…

Learn all about court reporting services: what court reporting agencies can provide and all of the info on Alabama court reporting. Follow links to find court reporters near you.