Complete and pass the online quiz below to recieve continuing education credits for this session. Texas JBCC approval pending.
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Changing lanes should be exciting, not overwhelming. So what should you do when you are brand-new to court work? This session is for the new Official Court Reporter in Texas, who is transitioning from CART/Captioning, Freelance, or even student reporter life. Contrary to popular belief, being a Deputy Official Reporter is not the same as being the actual Official Court Reporter. This session will include a review of all of your new duties, recommendations for equipment and courtroom setup, as well as must-have forms, software, and resources to make your transition smooth...and more!
Complete and pass the online quiz below to receive continuing education credits for this session. Texas JBCC approval pending.
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There is a pot for every lid…and there is an Official Court Reporter for every court! All courts and judges are not created equal, and neither are all court reporters. This is why the interview process is so important. This session will be a frank discussion of common attributes judges are looking for compared to common expectations of court reporters seeking full-time employment. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn how to highlight their strengths orally and in writing and how to use the interview environment to ask the “right” questions that will help them find the perfect fit for full-time employment.
Complete and pass the quiz below to receive continuing education credits for this session. Texas JBCC Approval pending.
https://form.jotform.com/250715533614150
When you work hard, you must R.E.S.T. harder. Official Court Reporters and Deputy Court Reporters are high-performing professionals from Day 1 on the job until retirement and, therefore, as court reporters, they require a high level of R.E.S.T. to insure they are living healthy and full lives. This session will offer practical tools and solutions that court reporters can implement daily and immediately to Reset Essential Steno Tools (R.E.S.T.) and extend their careers while still enjoying personal lives outside of the courtroom.
Complete and pass the online quiz using the link below if you would like to receive continuing education credits with the Texas JBCC.
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Teamwork makes the dream work. This session will offer top tips for addressing common concerns between Deputy Court Reporters and Official Court Reporters. Real-life workplace scenarios will be discussed, and solutions will be offered from the perspective of the Deputy Court Reporter and the Official Court Reporter, focusing on how each one can make life better for the other. This session will focus on communication and conflict resolution.
Watch the recording AND complete the online quiz to receive credit for this session.
Texas JBCC Approval Pending
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Seek perfection, but do not obsess over it. Get a scopist and/or a proofreader and let them obsess! Many reporters choose to write, edit, proof, and proof their work again. For a busy trial reporter, this DIAY (do it all YOURSELF) practice may be the root of job dissatisfaction and longtime frustration; and it definitely increases the likelihood of burnout and shortens many promising careers. This session will explore the pros and cons of seeking assistance with transcript preparation and will offer simple tips and strategies for vetting and weeding out scopists and proofreaders to find those who will make your life easier.
Complete and pass the online quiz, using the link below to receive CE credits. Texas JBCC Approval pending.
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Money, money, money, money. This session will help you understand and enjoy the perk of “payment in advance” for court transcripts. In addition to the do’s and don’ts of what you can and cannot charge for as Deputy or Official Court Reporter, this session will lay out the process of receiving requests, preparing estimates, receiving payments, and final billing. You will be well on your way to smooth sailing and financial confidence as an independent contractor or employee.
Complete and pass the online quiz below to receive 1.5 CE Credits. Texas JBCC Approval Pending.
https://form.jotform.com/250115113807142
The court transcript is more complex than the average deposition transcript, but there is no need to camouflage yourself like a sea turtle when a transcript is ordered or when an appeal is filed. This session will familiarize you with the appellate process, review basic transcript production, and walk you through the more complex transcript formatting and requirements of filing the Reporter’s Record with the Court of Appeals through the TAMES portal.
You will find study hall recordings here. If you were unable to attend but submitted a question, this is where you will find the recorded answer.
Complete this online quiz to receive 1.5 CE hours in Rules/Ethics (Texas JBCC Approval pending) Access Quiz here: https://form.jotform.com/243624923856162
The number of exhibits offered in the courtroom can depend on the complexity of the case or the personality of the attorneys. Dealing with hundreds of exhibits can be treacherous but knowledge, communication, and immediate action will keep you from drowning in a sea of exhibits. This session will cover the do’s and don’ts, the different categories of exhibits that you might encounter, as well as strategies for handling exhibits efficiently.
COMPLETE THIS QUIZ to receive CE credits. (Texas JBCC Approval pending)
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The jellyfish floats effortlessly, moving with the current; and every court reporter should be able to do the same when tasked to report a trial. This session will demystify trials through a comprehensive look at all aspects of trial from voir dire to verdict. If you have ever been nervous about reporting a trial because you are unsure of the process, unsure of your duties as the reporter, and/or unsure of what happens next, this is the session for you.
Look for all template forms here and/or under the Session where they were discussed. Feel free to request any form that you need and it will be put here if it is available. However, keep in mind that it will be available to everyone who takes the training course.
Complete and submit the online form below to receive 1.5 Ethics/Rules CE. Allow up to 72 hours to receive certificate. If certificate is needed sooner, TEXT Kim Xavier at 817-729-3347 (Texas JBCC Approval pending at time of launch)
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The Deputy Official Court Reporter, aka sub reporter, is an integral part of the justice system and is equally as important as the Official Court Reporter. Learn the duties of the sub reporter, simple etiquette, equipment you may need, tips for handling busy docket days and miscellaneous hearings.
Viewing the replay? Complete this online quiz to receive 1.5 Ethics/Rules CE. (Texas JBCC approval pending.) https://form.jotform.com/243418047487160
Career longevity begins with a solid foundation. Start at the ground floor with this session to take a deep dive into the Texas court system, including the levels of courts and types of hearings held by each. Learn and/or review the general rules related to court work that every CSR likely learned but quickly forgot. The session would not be complete without a frank, common-sense discussion of the real pros and cons of court work.
All things related to rules will be put here for your convenience.