Christine Doran Blankenship
Foxborough,MA
Summary
Accomplished Verbatim Court Reporter in Massachusetts Trial Court, enhancing courtroom efficiency and transcript accuracy. Expert in legal terminology and verbatim shorthand, coupled with a dependable nature and respect for confidentiality. Excelled in editing, proofreading, and legal research, significantly improving process quality. Actively engaged in professional development, ensuring excellence in legal proceedings.
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
Work History
Verbatim Court Reporter
Self-employed
- Contributed to a positive courtroom atmosphere through respectful interactions with all involved parties and exhibiting professional demeanor at all times.
- Reviewed transcriptions for accuracy in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Recounted previously recorded information to provide reference for proposed question or subject matter.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legal terminology, enabling accurate transcription of complex proceedings without compromising the quality of information captured.
Official Court Reporter
Massachusetts Trial Court
02.2004 - 07.2018
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive case information and protected client privacy.
- Contributed to courtroom efficiency by managing a well-organized work environment and maintaining up-to-date records.
- Ensured all transcripts met quality standards through meticulous proofreading and editing.
- Improved overall courtroom processes by recommending updates to outdated equipment or software systems as necessary.
- Kept current with industry trends and advancements through consistent participation in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing transcript inquiries from clients, ensuring their satisfaction with final products.
- Assisted in training new court reporters, sharing expertise on best practices for accuracy and speed in transcription.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Quincy College
Quincy, MA06.1990
Skills
- Fast Typing Speed
- Dependability
- Legal filing procedures
- Active listener
- Courtroom Etiquette
- Legal Terminology Knowledge
- Office Administration
- Legal Research
- Legal writing
- Medical Terminology
- Editing and proofreading
- Business law
Languages
American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Official Court Reporter
Massachusetts Trial Court
02.2004 - 07.2018
Verbatim Court Reporter
Self-employed
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Quincy College
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