Litigation Support Technology | Hanna & Hanna Reporting
Technology is now a core part of good legal work. It’s not optional anymore.
Hanna & Hanna Reporting invests in advanced litigation support technology to help legal teams work faster and more accurately. Our tools cover transcription, video, and secure data — all built to give your team an edge.
Advanced Transcription & Real-Time Reporting
Accurate transcripts are the foundation of our work. Here’s how we deliver them.
Modern Machines & Software
Our court reporters use top-tier stenotype machines built for speed and accuracy. These machines pair with computer-aided transcription (CAT) software, which turns shorthand into readable text. The software also checks formatting and flags issues for the reporter to review.
The result: skilled reporters + smart software = every word captured correctly.
Voice Writers
Some of our certified reporters are Voice Writers. Instead of typing shorthand, they repeat testimony into a stenomask (a silent speech mask). Software then converts their words into text.
- Requires the same skill and training as traditional stenography
- Certified by the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC)
- Adds flexibility so we can staff urgent or unusual cases
Real-Time Reporting
With real-time reporting, you can read the transcript live as testimony happens.
This helps you:
- Catch key moments — spot important statements or inconsistencies right away
- Adjust on the fly — change your questions based on what you’re hearing
- Save time later — start building your case analysis before the proceeding ends
Video Solutions
A transcript captures words. Video captures everything else — tone, body language, and reactions.
High-Definition Legal Videography
Our videographers use professional HD cameras and audio gear. This captures witness demeanor and body language — details a transcript alone can’t show.
Video Synchronization
We link the video recording to the written transcript. Search for a keyword in the text, and jump straight to that moment in the video.
Why this matters:
- Faster review — skim hours of testimony in minutes
- Stronger impeachment — show contradictions with both video and text
- Better courtroom clips — build synced video segments for trial
Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Depositions
With PiP, the main screen shows an exhibit or document. A smaller window shows the witness talking at the same time. No more switching between views — everything stays in context.
Video Trial Cuts
We edit key testimony into short, focused video clips. These are ready to play in court and built to highlight your strongest points.
Litigation Support & Data Management
Our technology doesn’t stop at transcripts and video. It runs through everything we do.
Remote Solutions & Secure Video Conferencing
Join depositions and hearings from anywhere. Our secure video platforms keep remote sessions just as formal and reliable as in-person ones — including secure data transfer.
Exhibit Management & Secure Online Portals
We help you organize and present both physical and digital exhibits. All files — transcripts, videos, and case materials — are delivered through encrypted online portals, accessible only to your team.
Backup & Data Protection
Your case data is backed up using cloud storage with multiple layers of redundancy. If something goes wrong, your files are still safe and easy to recover.
Partnering for Success
We combine advanced technology with expert court reporters and certified Voice Writers. The goal: give your legal team the tools and support to move through litigation with confidence.
Contact us today to see how our technology can support your case →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is computer-aided transcription (CAT) software?
CAT software turns a court reporter’s shorthand notes into readable text in real time. It also helps check formatting and flags anything that might need a second look.
What’s the difference between a stenographer and a Voice Writer?
A stenographer types shorthand on a stenotype machine. A Voice Writer repeats testimony into a silent speech mask, and software converts their words into text. Both methods require certified training and produce accurate, verbatim records.
Can I view the transcript while testimony is happening?
Yes. With real-time reporting, you can read a live transcript as the deposition, hearing, or trial unfolds.
What is video synchronization, and why does it help?
Video synchronization links your written transcript to the video recording. You can search a word in the text and jump straight to that moment in the video — useful for review, spotting contradictions, and building trial clips.
Is my case data secure?
Yes. All transcripts, videos, and case files are delivered through encrypted online portals. We also use cloud backups with multiple layers of redundancy, so your files stay safe and accessible.
Do you offer remote depositions and hearings?
Yes. We provide secure video conferencing for remote proceedings. These sessions carry the same formality and legal integrity as in-person events.