Court reporting that
actually shows up.
The U.S. has lost a fifth of its stenographers in a decade — and depositions are slipping through the cracks. Certus pairs experienced certified reporters with modern remote infrastructure so your proceedings are covered, on time, every time.
Certified in Wisconsin & California · Remote coverage nationwide
Why it matters
Over 1.2 million hearings went unrecorded in California in a single 10-month stretch.
~23,000
stenographers left in the U.S.
1,120
retire each year · ~200 enter
WI & CA
Active state certifications
30+ yrs
Combined industry experience
98–99%+
Verbatim accuracy standard
Nationwide
Remote reporting capability
The problem
A shortage that's already disrupting your docket
Roughly 76% of legal teams report difficulty scheduling court reporters. With 81% of working stenographers over age 45 and retirements outpacing new entrants more than five to one, the traditional model is buckling — leaving firms with last-minute cancellations, rotating reporters who don't know the case, and depositions that simply can't be staffed.
The Certus approach
Experienced reporters, modern infrastructure
We combine certified stenographers with remote-capable technology and disciplined scheduling — the reliability traditional firms struggle to deliver. One dedicated reporter who learns your matter, secure real-time streaming, transparent pricing, and coverage you can count on from Wisconsin and California to anywhere in the country.
See how we're different →What we do
Coverage for every kind of proceeding
Remote Real-Time Stenography
Live certified reporting via secure video platforms, with real-time text streaming available. Works for parties anywhere in the U.S.
In-Person White-Glove Coverage
Selective on-site reporting for high-stakes proceedings, complex multi-party depositions, and trials in WI and CA — plus on request elsewhere.
Certified Transcript Production
Standard, expedited, and same-day turnaround with industry-certified accuracy and formatting tailored to your specifications.
Real-Time Text Streaming
Live transcript feeds to attorneys during proceedings for immediate reference and on-the-fly strategy adjustment.
Why Certus
What separates us from national firms and freelancers
Dedicated reporter assignments
A consistent certified reporter who learns your case — never a rotating roster of strangers.
Pricing transparency
A clear quote upfront with no surprise add-ons or hidden page fees.
Fast turnaround
Scheduling discipline and expedited transcript options that keep your matter moving.
Modern technology
Secure video platforms, real-time streaming, and cloud delivery built in — not bolted on.
Personalized service
Direct communication with the people actually doing your work.
Reliability commitment
Response-time guarantees and coverage you can plan a deposition around.
Coverage area
Active where we're certified. Available everywhere remote.
Certus operates from hubs in Wisconsin and California with active certifications in both states, and delivers remote real-time reporting nationwide. Our contractor network keeps expanding into underserved regions — including the rural counties that need coverage most.
WI
Hub + certified
CA
Hub + certified
US
Remote nationwide
In-person elsewhere available on request via contractor network.
About Certus
Founded by experienced industry professionals combining decades of stenography expertise with modern digital infrastructure.
Read our story →Ready to schedule with a firm that shows up?
Tell us about your proceeding and we will confirm coverage — with a dedicated certified reporter — fast.