Welcome, court reporters.
Your work, your style, your standards — sustained.
Hi, I’m Laura, the scopist behind Sustained Scoping. I help court reporters produce clean, accurate transcripts with consistency, strong communication, and a commitment to making your job easier. I strive to edit your work so consistently that my scoping becomes virtually indistinguishable from your own.
I trained through Internet Scoping School, one of the most comprehensive and respected programs in the industry, where I gained in-depth skills in punctuation, transcript formatting, and legal/medical terminology. I’m fully trained in Case CATalyst, and I can read steno, which allows me to understand your notes, spot misstrokes, and preserve the integrity of your work.
I know how valuable your time is. My goal is to support you by delivering dependable, detail-driven work that mirrors your style and approach, meets your preferences, and helps you stay ahead of deadlines. Whether you need ongoing support or occasional help during busy weeks, I’m here to make your job easier.
If you’re looking for a scopist who is well-trained, communicative, and committed to high-quality work, I would love to work with you.
About me
My Scoping Standards
I understand the trust reporters place in a scopist and the value of accurate, polished transcripts. Scoping is more than proofreading to audio. It involves reading for context, formatting, editing, and catching misstrokes or mistakes that can happen when reporters are capturing every word in fast-paced, stressful situations. I approach every job with care, fully utilizing my software, respecting your notes, and following your preferences for consistency and clarity. I welcome feedback, communicate openly, and treat every transcript as if my name were on the final draft alongside yours. Above all, my goal is simple: to make your job easier and your workflow smoother, and I take pride in making that happen.
What I Will Do
Scope to full audio using professional-grade headphones for context, clarity, and accuracy
Closely follow your preference form and ask for further clarification when needed
Read and respect your steno notes
Edit for sense and readability, not just technical correctness
Research spellings, terminology, and exhibits rather than making assumptions
Maintain consistency in spelling, punctuation, formatting, and speaker IDs
Leverage CaseCAT to its fullest potential, using built-in tools for speaker IDs, by-lines, formatting, and overall transcript organization
Flag uncertain areas with comments or hidden notes
Communicate clearly and early about questions, expectations, issues, and timing
Return transcripts on the agreed-upon turnaround, ready for a quick final review by the reporter
Listen to feedback and apply it thoughtfully, using reporter input to improve future transcripts and maintain consistency
What I Won’t Do
Skip over audio or become complacent in terms of listening to every word in every transcript
Ignore preferences, formatting instructions, or reuse a different reporter’s style
Change clear steno, speaker IDs, or dictionary entries without notation or confirmation
Guess on spellings, terminology, or phrasing
Over-punctuate at the expense of readability
Make edits that create extra cleanup for you
Accept work I can’t complete within the agreed-upon turnaround
Leave unclear sections unmarked or assume “close enough” is sufficient
Deliver work that requires a full rescope on your end
Disappear or delay communication if questions or timing issues arise
Take constructive feedback personally or ignore it
Contact Me
If you’re interested in the possibility of working together, please provide your contact information and I will contact you soon. I look forward to connecting with you.