Penny Cossitt

Court Reporter / Court Clerk / Court Registrar /Customer Care Representative

Ministry of the Attorney General, Court Services Division

08.1991 - 07.2017

Recorded verbatim court proceedings, ensuring legal accuracy and clarity.
Transcribed court proceedings accurately and in a timely fashion, often completing requests for expedited transcripts.
Utilized software for efficient transcription processes.
Mentored junior reporters on best practices in transcription and courtroom protocol.
Implemented quality control measures to enhance transcription accuracy and reliability.
Acted as peer coach for 30 court reporters when digital recording equipment was implemented, training them in new software used in courtrooms.
Contributed to a positive courtroom atmosphere through respectful interactions with all involved parties and exhibiting professional demeanor at all times.
Called upon witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
Arraigned individuals, recorded their pleas and dispositions.
Marked exhibits introduced into evidence for identification and maintained safe handling.
Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom.
Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
Prepared court documents for filing in alignment with established protocols to support compliance.
Assisted court in scheduling adjournments, conferences, pretrials, trials and preliminary hearings to support seamless operations.
Prepared court orders and judgments for signature.
Processed financial transactions for fines, fees, and other court-related costs accurately and efficiently.
Strengthened public trust by providing exceptional customer service to individuals seeking assistance or information about their cases.
Researched case law and legal documents to support judicial decisions.
Coordinated effectively with judges, attorneys, and law enforcement to gather and disseminate information.
Fostered collaborative work environment, improving team efficiency and morale.
Trained new clerks on court procedures, elevating overall departmental knowledge and performance.
Performed routine data entry or document management.
Coordinated communication between judges, attorneys, and court staff for efficient case processing.
Managed the smooth operation of daily court activities, ensuring punctuality and addressing any issues that arose promptly.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.