Priscilla Hunt
Akron
Summary
Dynamic Court Stenographer with proven expertise at Franklin County Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, excelling in real-time transcription and document management. Recognized for enhancing courtroom efficiency and accuracy, while demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Committed to maintaining confidentiality and supporting the judicial process with precision and professionalism.
Professional in legal transcription field, adept at capturing verbatim records of court proceedings and ensuring accuracy. Known for collaborative approach and focus on delivering results amidst changing legal environments. Reliable and adaptable with proficiency in stenographic technology and keen eye for detail, ensuring high-quality documentation.
Diligent Stenographer with comprehensive experience in accurately transcribing legal proceedings and creating precise court records. Demonstrated success in maintaining confidentiality and delivering timely and error-free transcripts. Proven ability to utilize advanced stenographic equipment and exhibit exceptional listening and typing skills.
Tech-savvy Stenographer highly-knowledgeable in audio and visual recording devices and stenographic machinery operations. Excellent in memorization and recall with emphasis on state and federal regulations, legal documentation filing procedures and courtroom mandates and statutes.
Experienced with real-time transcription of legal proceedings, ensuring accurate and comprehensive court records. Utilizes advanced stenographic equipment and techniques to produce reliable transcripts. Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures, ensuring precise and timely documentation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Court Stenographer
Franklin County Juvenile & Domestic RelationsCourt
07.2003 - 09.2012
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information while handling high-stakes legal cases and documents.
- Completed continuous capturing and special requests such as reading back portions of testimony.
- Produced transcripts for court personnel, legal professionals and general public.
- Marked exhibits introduced into evidence for identification and incorporated into prepared transcripts.
- Noted conversations and activities in shorthand for later conversion to full text.
- Took verbatim notes of testimony in administrative proceedings using stenotype or voice writing.
- Supported the judicial process through the timely provision of certified copies of transcripts upon request from legal professionals.
- Enhanced courtroom efficiency by accurately transcribing legal proceedings in realtime.
- Provided valuable support to judges during decision-making processes by making sure they had access to complete and accurate court transcripts.
- Reduced administrative tasks for judges by ensuring prompt delivery of complete trial records within specified timeframes.
- Improved overall courtroom experience for participants by maintaining a professional demeanor and staying focused on capturing every detail during proceedings.
- Ensured seamless communication between all parties involved in legal proceedings through accurate real-time transcription services.
- Expedited transcript delivery for high-profile cases by prioritizing workloads and meeting strict deadlines.
- Increased accuracy of court records by thoroughly proofreading and editing transcripts before submission.
- Maximized transcript quality by consistently reviewing stenographic notes for clarity, consistency, and completeness.
- Played a vital role in upholding the integrity of the judicial system by maintaining an unbiased stance and ensuring impartiality throughout all court proceedings.
- Reduced turnaround time on transcript requests by utilizing advanced transcription software to increase typing speed and accuracy.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing stenographic services for various legal proceedings, including civil, criminal, and family court cases.
- Developed strong working relationships with attorneys, enabling them to efficiently prepare for future cases using accurate transcripts as reference materials.
- Stayed current with industry advancements by attending professional development courses and seminars on stenography technology and best practices.
- Reviewed transcriptions for accuracy in grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Produced written transcripts of verbal communications.
- Utilized stenography machinery, audio, and visual devices and specialty equipment to record legal transcripts.
- Recounted previously recorded information to provide reference for proposed question or subject matter.
- Conducted transcription for legal proceedings, public service events and corporate meetings.
- Translated verbal conversations for impaired individuals.
- Prepared witness, discovery, pleading, trial and exhibit binders for oral argument and depositions.
- Called upon witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Aggregated and copied finalized documents for disbursement across interested parties.
- Generated error-free transcripts with skilled capturing and proofreading.
- Streamlined the documentation process for judges, attorneys, and litigants by delivering precise transcripts on time.
- Identified participants by name to facilitate reporting.
Office Assistant
Summit County Children Services
05.1996 - 12.2000
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry tasks while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Strengthened office organization by implementing new filing systems and digital record-keeping practices.
- Supported executive staff with well-prepared reports, presentations, and meeting materials.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by coordinating resources across multiple teams effectively.
- Enhanced document management efficiency, digitizing paper records and establishing easy-to-navigate filing system.
- Enhanced staff communication, creating comprehensive internal directory with contact information and areas of expertise.
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining filing systems both digitally and physically.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring prompt and accurate delivery of information.
- Improved data accuracy, entering and updating records in database with keen eye for detail.
- Facilitated smooth workflow by efficiently handling multiple administrative tasks simultaneously, prioritizing according to urgency and importance.
- Assisted in preparation of reports and presentations, which contributed to informed decision-making processes.
- Ensured operational continuity, providing critical administrative support during staff absences and peak workload periods.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Informed and supported business leaders through consistent communication and administrative support duties.
- Edited documents to keep company materials free of grammar errors.
- Fostered operational efficiency and compliance with company policies through effective coordination of office activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2026
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Akron
Akron, OH12-1998
High School Diploma -
Central-Hower
Akron, OH06-1983
Skills
- Patience and persistence
- Courtroom etiquette
- File organization
- Accuracy and precision
- Note-taking efficiency
- Document management
- Legal terminology
- Deadline adherence
- Reading comprehension
- Error correction
- Vocabulary expansion
- Punctuation mastery
- Audio recording
- Machine shorthand
- Grammar
- Language proficiency
- Transcript formatting
- Stenography proficiency
- Real-time transcription
- Dependability
- Active listener
- Active learning
- Office administration
- Legal writing
- Editing and proofreading
- Short hand reporting
- Grammar mastery
- Sound judgment
- Legal correspondence preparation
- Civil and criminal law expertise
- Court reporting
- Ethical
- Court transcription
- Audio equipment operation
- Memorization and recall
- Daily docket reports
- Transcript preparation
- Legal documentation and reporting
- Read back verbatim
- Punctual
- Courtroom and legal procedures
- Realtime captioning
- Clerical recordkeeping
- Court operations support
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Shorthand note writing
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Concentration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Court reporting software
- Detail-oriented
- Professional ethics
- Spell checking
- Data entry
Accomplishments
- Captured verbatim testimonies for 10 years official courtroom trials, pre-trial hearings and mediation appointments.
Timeline
Court Stenographer
Franklin County Juvenile & Domestic RelationsCourt
07.2003 - 09.2012
Office Assistant
Summit County Children Services
05.1996 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Akron
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Akron
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Akron
High School Diploma -
Central-Hower
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