Court Stenographer

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Description:  

• Prepare a real-time verbatim record of discoveries, depositions, or hearings

• Ensure a final accurate and proofed transcript

• Provide draft electronic copy for clients

• Keep accurate paperwork of proceedings

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Practice Court Stenographer Interview

1. Tell us about yourself.
   Focus on the aspects of your experience that apply to this position.  Tips on your interview opening.

2. What can you contribute that separates you from the other candidates?

3. Name some resources that may be useful to a stenographer?

4. How do you handle conflict?

5. Tell us about a court situation that demonstrates your ability to make good decisions under pressure.

6. What would you do if you were transcribing another stenographer's notes and you were unable to read those notes?

7. What should a court stenographer do if a witness doesn't show up for their scheduled court appearance to testify?

8. Tell us about your experience working on a team. 

9. In the courtroom the stenographer is an important part of the team.  What qualities would you contribute to make our team even better? 

10. Is there anything you'd like to add?
    Summarize by emphasize your qualifications as they apply to this job.   Also cover anything you missed from your opening.  Tips on your interview closing.