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KRISTEN PURCELL

Garden City,New York

Summary

Experienced and detail-oriented Court Reporter with over 8 years of expertise in transcribing legal proceedings with precision and efficiency. Skilled in stenographic reporting, legal terminology, and producing high-quality transcripts under tight deadlines. Proficient in utilizing Court Reporting technology and CAT software to deliver accurate and timely documentation. Committed to maintaining confidentiality, ensuring accuracy, and upholding the highest standards of professionalism in all court and legal settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Criminal Court Reporter

Queens Criminal Court
01.2023 - Current
  • Accurately transcribe court proceedings, depositions, hearings, and legal meetings in real-time.
  • Utilize stenographic machines and computer-aided transcription software (e.g., Case CATalyst) to produce verbatim transcripts for legal cases.
  • Maintain a professional and neutral demeanor during high-pressure legal proceedings.
  • Review and edit transcripts for accuracy, completeness, and clarity.
  • Ensure that all transcripts are delivered within required deadlines and comply with court rules.
  • Coordinate with attorneys, judges, and other legal professionals to ensure proper documentation of hearings and trials.

Freelance Court Reporter

Lexitas
03.2017 - 12.2022

• Utilized stenographic machines and Computer-Aided Transcription (CAT) software to generate precise and readable transcripts.

• Maintained clear communication with clients, attorneys, and legal teams to clarify details and ensure high-quality, error-free documentation.

• Edited and proofread transcripts, ensuring accuracy, grammar, and formatting were in line with legal standards.

• Handled complex legal and technical terminology, adapting quickly to specialized subject matter across different cases.

• Managed scheduling, invoicing, and administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations as an independent contractor.

• Delivered transcripts in both digital and hard copy formats, meeting client delivery deadlines and specifications.

• Ensured confidentiality and maintained professional ethics in all assignments, adhering to privacy.

Education

Associate of Arts - Court Reporting

Long Island Business Institute
Commack, New York
02.2017

Skills

  • Stenographic Reporting
  • Legal Terminology
  • Courtroom Procedures
  • Transcript Preparation
  • Confidentiality & Ethics
  • Computer-Aided Transcription (CAT) Software
  • Proofreading & Editing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Communication & Collaboration

Timeline

Criminal Court Reporter

Queens Criminal Court
01.2023 - Current

Freelance Court Reporter

Lexitas
03.2017 - 12.2022

Associate of Arts - Court Reporting

Long Island Business Institute
KRISTEN PURCELL