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The Unsung Heroes of Court Reporting – Still Standing Strong Past 65

Many predicted a crisis in court reporting by 2018, citing mass retirements and declining enrollments. But they underestimated one thing: court reporters don’t retire at 65. These devoted professionals, many in their 70s, continue working with unmatched skill and passion. Their enduring presence has kept the legal system afloat—unsung heroes preserving the record, one word at a time, while others quietly left the field.