Women in court reporting are often judged on appearance long before anyone recognizes our skill. I’ve walked into rooms dressed like an attorney and still been mistaken for anything but the professional safeguarding the record. These subtle moments add up—and they reveal a deeper bias in the legal system. Our work deserves recognition based on expertise, not aesthetics.
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The Stenographer Who Named a Legend – How Lillian Bounds Disney Gave Mickey Mouse His Name
Long before Mickey Mouse became the world’s most beloved animated icon, a young Idaho stenographer named Lillian Bounds quietly shaped his destiny. Working at Disney Brothers Studio in 1923, Lillian used her sharp ear and creative instinct to suggest a new name for Walt’s early sketch—replacing “Mortimer” with “Mickey.” That single moment of intuition helped launch a character, a company, and a cultural era.
Dividing Zero – The Illusion of Division in the Court Reporting Profession
There is no “division” in the court reporting profession — only distinction. Reporters are more united than ever: mentoring students, fighting the shortage myth, and defending the record against digital and AI intrusion. Outsiders may market unity to mask exploitation, but unity built on falsehoods isn’t healing. It’s control. You can’t divide zero.
What Court Reporters Can (and Cannot) Talk About – Ethics, Boundaries, and Public Perception
Court reporters hold the public’s trust—and that includes what we say after we leave the room. Sharing case details, even without names, can still identify participants and damage our impartiality. Confidentiality isn’t just about secrecy; it’s about respect, neutrality, and professionalism. Protecting the record means protecting our reputation—on and offline.
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