Melissa Finnegan
Richland,Ms
Summary
Dynamic Official Reporter with extensive experience in Mississippi's judicial system, including significant contributions at the State of Mississippi. Proven expertise in court reporting, complemented by Registered Professional Reporter and Certified Court Reporter credentials. Exceptional attention to detail and strong communication skills ensure accurate and timely reporting across various legal settings.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Official Reporter
State of Mississippi
, MS
08.2021 - Current
Official Reporter for Judge Joseph Durr, 15th Chancery District, State of Mississippi
Freelance Reporter
Self-employed
, MS
01.2021 - 08.2021
Freelance Reporter covering State of Mississippi
Official Reporter
State of Mississippi
01.2006 - 12.2020
Worked for Circuit and Chancery Courts in Mississippi.
Owner
MS Reporters, Inc.
01.1991 - 12.2005
Owned and managed a freelance reporting firm, covering the state of Mississippi, performing Federal Grand Jury coverage, depositions, court hearings, zoning board hearings and state agency hearings.
Freelance Reporter
Certi Comp Court Reporters
05.1988 - 12.1990
Traveled the state performing freelance reporting work, to include depositions, state agencies, courts of no record, and courts of record.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Ed, Emphasis On Court Reporting
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, Mississippi05-1988
High School Diploma -
Magee High School
Magee, Mississippi05-1983
Skills
Registered Professional Reporter Certification 1994
Registered Merit Reporter Certication 2008
Certified Court Reporter, MS, 2010
Affiliations
- National Court Reporters Association
- Mississippi Court Reporters Association
Timeline
Official Reporter
State of Mississippi
08.2021 - Current
Freelance Reporter
Self-employed
01.2021 - 08.2021
Official Reporter
State of Mississippi
01.2006 - 12.2020
Owner
MS Reporters, Inc.
01.1991 - 12.2005
Freelance Reporter
Certi Comp Court Reporters
05.1988 - 12.1990
Bachelor of Arts - Business Ed, Emphasis On Court Reporting
University of Southern Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Magee High School
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