Can you help me manage a large, complex case?

Absolutely. We deal with large, complex cases daily and typically keep the same reporter(s) on each case. We can also provide you with RealLegal Binder™, an award-winning transcript and exhibit management software that is indispensable, particularly in large, complex cases. See some of our client comments about using Binder:

“ After using the Binder software for five minutes, you will realize how handicapped you have been while preparing and trying cases without it.”

“ Any trial attorney who sees the Binder software being used in the preparation or actual
cross-examination of a witness will insist on immediately purchasing it.

How will Binder help me quickly locate text in a deposition?

Within Binder, the keyword index is automatically populated and instantly ready for full-text searches across all depositions in a case. It takes only seconds to find all of the words/phrases for multiple depositions compared to it taking hours and hours by hand and still risking missing an instance of the word/phrase. Binder takes searching to the next level with its Boolean and proximity operators that allow you to do even more complex searches -- in seconds.

Can I get a demonstration of RealLegal Binder?

Yes. Contact us, and we’ll be happy to schedule an on-site demonstration of the many benefits of using Binder. Be sure to ask us how Binder is different from LiveNote and Summation.

What is realtime?

It is the instant translation of shorthand into English via the court reporter's notebook computer to the realtime software on yours. It is a rough draft and is not yet edited or proofread by the court reporter. You have the draft transcript immediately available for reference.

What does realtime software allow me to do?

Review, annotate, Quick Mark, and Auto Mark transcript text as it scrolls by on your computer screen during a deposition, arbitration, or trial. You can also scroll back to the beginning of the day to check what was said or to another day's transcript -- instantly. These are just a few of the many advantages of using realtime software.

Why do I need an E-Transcript?

Using an E-Transcript saves you time because it provides you with an interactive keyword index that allows you to spend less time digesting and summarizing transcripts.

Why can’t I open an E-Transcript in MS Word?

You will need to use the E-Transcript Viewer to open an E-Transcript. Click here to download the free
E-Transcript Viewer for your PC or Mac.

Can you convert different file formats to an E-Transcript for me?

Yes. We can convert most electronic file formats of your transcript to an E-Transcript. Please contact us for more information.

What file formats are available to me?

We offer electronic transcripts such as Page-image ASCIIs, AMICUS-formatted ASCIIs,
Summation-formatted ASCIIs, E-Transcripts, MS Word documents, and Publisher Bundle™ CDs.

What happens with the transcript after the deposition?

Our reporters use computer-aided transcription (CAT), which translates the stenotype notes into English. The text is reviewed for untranslated words, missed punctuation, appropriate spellings, and is corrected -- a process commonly known as “scoping.” It is printed, and the reporter proofreads the transcript, as well as performs other verification procedures to ensure the accuracy of the transcript. It takes an average of 2-3 hours per hour of deposition to finalize the transcript. The final transcript then enters into the production process for copying, scanning and attaching exhibits, binding, special formatting, creating Publisher Bundle CDs, and other services as requested. The final transcript can also be delivered in various electronic file formats via e-mail or diskette/CD.

What can I do to help ensure the deposition flows smoothly and that the reporter is able to capture a precise record?

Attorneys can provide valuable assistance to the reporter in the following ways:

• Remind the witness to speak clearly and to provide verbal responses.
  
• Make sure only one person speaks at a time.
  
• Limit background noise as much as possible.
  
• Spell out any acronyms that are used.
  
• Provide the reporter with a list of names, technical terms,
  and any other case-specific or unusual words.