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Why Turnaround Matters
Turnaround is the time between the end of a deposition and delivery of the transcript. Because litigation runs on deadlines, choosing the right turnaround is a scheduling decision, not an afterthought.
Faster delivery requires more resources and often a premium, so it helps to match the option to what the matter actually needs.
Standard Delivery
Standard turnaround is the default and the most economical option. It gives the reporter time to proofread and certify the transcript carefully without added pressure.
Use standard delivery when there is no near-term deadline tied to the testimony. It is the right choice for routine matters where accuracy and cost efficiency outweigh speed.
- Most economical option
- Full proofreading and certification
- Best for routine, non-urgent matters
Expedited and Same-Day Options
When a deadline compresses the timeline, expedited service shortens delivery to a set number of days. The tighter the deadline, the higher the priority the transcript receives, and the higher the cost.
For the most urgent needs, same-day or overnight delivery and rough drafts provide testimony almost immediately. Roughs are unedited and meant for preparation, while an expedited certified transcript still goes through proofreading on a compressed schedule.
- Expedited certified delivery in a few days
- Overnight or next-day certified transcripts
- Same-day rough drafts for immediate prep
- Realtime access during the session itself
Rough Versus Certified Speed
Remember that a fast rough is not a certified transcript. If you need both immediate access and an official record, order a rough plus an expedited final.
Confirm Deadlines Early
State your required delivery date when you schedule, not after the deposition ends. This lets the firm plan resources and guarantees the timeline you depend on.
If a filing or hearing date governs the transcript, share that date directly so there is no ambiguity about what on time means.
- Give the delivery deadline at scheduling
- Share any governing filing or hearing date
- Order a rough if you also need same-day access
Turnaround is a lever you set at scheduling, balancing speed against cost. Name your real deadline early, and choose the fastest option only where the matter truly demands it.
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