Cite’s Joe Schell Addresses Alabama State Bar

Joe Schell, Cite Founder speaking at Alabama State Bar's Mid-Year Meeting

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…

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What to Look for in a Court Reporting Firm in Alabama

Outside view of Supremem Court of Alabama building

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…

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Remote Deposition Services: Your Guide for 2022

Lawyer at desk on remote deposition

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,…

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Duties of a Court Reporter

Duties of a Court Reporter

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…

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