Court Reporting Institute
Court reporters have been learning their trade trade at the Court Reporting Institute for over 25 years. Rather than offer court reporting simply as a part of another area of study, the Court Reporting Institute has two distinct programs: a Diploma in Paralegal Studies and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Court Reporting. Because of the intense focus in these areas, the Court Reporting Institute's students are extremely qualified in court reporting and paralegal training. They have trained and prepared many, many students just like you to enter the profession of court reporting.
You have come to the right place if you are interested in the paralegal field or court reporting, and if you would like to pursue a new career. If you are interested in the demanding and lucrative career of court reporting, the Court Reporting Institute can train you to be highly qualified.
Official Court Reporter
This is the person who utilizes computer technology in the courtroom in an attempt to capture everything that occurs during the trial proceedings. The court reporter develops the transcripts when needed. They will receive additional pay for preparing the transcripts in addition to their base salary for working in the court. Many times the base pay is often exceeded by the transcript fees. Some of the advantages of this career are regulated working hours, benefits, and attractive remuneration.
Freelance Reporter (Independent)
If you want to make your own schedule and work at your own pace, the career of Independent Freelance Reporting just might be for you. The trial attorneys work with and use the expertise of these self-employed reporters in order to investigate the extent of witnesses' knowledge and the nature of their pending testimony in court. Freelance reporters have the flexibility to be employed at their convenience, and have more independence than many other jobs have.
Court Reporting Business
While some court reporters begin their careers as freelancers in order to broaden their experience, many eventually opt for the security and stability of employment in a business. By starting your career with a law firm, you are ensured a workplace, administrative support, computer access, and a constant flow of professional assignments. When you work at a firm, you enjoy benefits such as the ability to choose which assignments you take on, when you work, and whether to work from home or the office.