The West Virginia Official Court Reporters Association held its first education conference at the Tamarack Conference Center in Beckley October 13-15.

Fifty-two of the fifty-four certified court reporters were able to attend the meeting, where new officers were elected and new by-laws were adopted. 

Supreme Court Administrative Director Steve Canterbury also presented Becky Harris with the Court Reporter of the Year award.

"Knowledgeable, consciences, responsible, consummate professionals - West Virginia's certified court reporters are as good as they get," said Mr. Canterbury. "All around the nation right now, states are questioning whether they can continue with court reporters because of problematic transcripts and irresponsible behavior. That's not the case in West Virginia; indeed, our court reporters are the envy of every other state administrator."

This is the first of three grant-funded court reporter conferences the Supreme Court will be hosting. 

"The development of an association was a logical step for these fine professionals," Mr. Canterbury said. "Their annual meeting will inevitably enhance their skills and heighten their collegiality."

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