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Patent Law Court Reporters in MN and WI

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Precision, Technical Accuracy, and Reliability for Patent Litigation

When it comes to patent law cases, precision is non-negotiable. Technical depositions and hearings demand exact transcription of specialized terminology, expert-witness testimony, and intricate details, down to every nuance. At Affiliated Court Reporters, we understand these demands well. With decades of experience and a legacy of excellence in court reporting, we provide court reporting services for patent law firms and patent litigation teams across Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.

 

Why Patent Law Requires Specialized Court Reporting

Patent litigation often involves:

  • Highly technical and scientific vocabulary, from chemical formulas to engineering specifications to software-architecture terms.
  • Expert witnesses, often scientists, engineers, inventors, or technicians, whose testimony may include complicated methodologies, procedures, or data.
  • Complex depositions, hearings, and trials, sometimes with multiple experts, parties, and extensive exhibit documentation, including schematics, diagrams, code, or blueprints.
  • Critical cross-examinations where every word counts; mis-transcribing a term or misplacing a modifier can affect credibility and case strategy.

Because of these factors, patent cases require court reporters who are not only fast and certified but also capable of accurately following and capturing technical language, even in fast-paced or contentious settings.

At Affiliated Court Reporters, we bring exactly that. We combine technical attentiveness, legal expertise, and decades of litigation experience to deliver transcript quality that meets the highest standards.

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Our Patent-Law Reporting Services

Whether you’re in the early stages of a technical deposition, preparing for Markman hearings, or litigating a full trial, Affiliated Court Reporters offers comprehensive, flexible reporting services designed specifically for patent law cases:

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Real-Time Court Reporting

Our certified real-time reporters provide live streaming transcription directly to your laptop, tablet, or mobile device. This means attorneys and experts can follow the testimony as it happens, annotate in real time, and make on-the-spot strategic decisions, which are invaluable in technical depositions or fast-moving hearings.

Rough Drafts and Expedited/Next-Day Delivery

When time is of the essence, we offer rough drafts for immediate review or expedited transcript delivery (as fast as same-day or next-day, depending on the case). This allows your legal team to review testimony quickly, flag issues, and prepare follow-up questions or motions without delay.

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Legal Videography and Text-Video Synchronization

In complex patent cases involving demonstrations, prototypes, diagrams, or visual exhibits, having synchronized video and text can be a powerful asset. Our certified videographers produce high-quality recordings with text-video syncing for ease of review.

Remote and Hybrid Reporting Options

We know patent litigation often spans geographies and may involve remote deponents, out-of-state counsel, or expert witnesses in different locations. Our remote and hybrid court-reporting services leverage secure video conferencing and remote notarization (where applicable), ensuring seamless proceedings regardless of participants’ locations.

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Exhibit Management, Word Indexing, and Secure Digital Repository

Patent litigation often involves voluminous exhibits, including patent documents, CAD drawings, technical specifications, prior-art references, and expert reports. Our services include hyperlinking exhibits, indexing transcripts for searchability, and secure online depository access. This ensures your transcripts, exhibits, and case files are organized, easily retrievable, and protected.

Gloria J. KittockWatje & Moore, Ltd
Our firm has been working with Affiliated Court Reporters for over 20 years, and have found them to be consistently accurate and professional. I appreciate their reporters’ attention to detail, and am happy to recommend Affiliated Court Reporters.
LeeAnn LoeschBrown & Carlson, P.A
I highly recommend the services of Affiliated Court Reporters for any Court Reporter/deposition needs. I have worked with them for approximately 10 years with my law firm and my attorneys and their knowledge and attention to detail have been outstanding, they are easy to work with and will help with anything needed for depositions, including video depositions, travel and last minute requests. Affiliated makes it effortless and pleasant to schedule depositions and Court Reporters.
Kelly A. Linse-HemmelmanCulberth & Lienemann, LLP
I have been using Affiliated Court Reporters since 2002. I continue to use Affiliated because they are simply the best. Affiliated Court Reporters are accurate, reliable, flexible, efficient, and responsive to the ever-changing needs of litigation software. They offer high quality services while still being present and personable with our office.
Mark R. WhitmoreBassford Remele
Patti and the entire Affiliated team are timely, accurate, efficient and reliable. They take their important role very seriously. Lawyers, witnesses and clients frequently compliment me about their high-quality work. I schedule all of my depositions with Affiliated.
Elizabeth Chambers-BrownBrown & Carlson, P.A.
Having worked with Affiliated Court Reporters for the last 13 years, I have consistently been impressed with their professionalism, promptness and the quality of their court reporting services. I would highly recommend Affiliated Court Reporters to anyone who is looking for a court reporting service that values service, relationships and quality work.
Courtney A. LawrenceSchwebel Goetz & Sieben
Affiliated - Professional, Prompt, Responsive, Friendly—highly recommend!
William D. HarperHarper & Peterson, PLLC
I have known and relied on Patti Hulse and Affiliated Court Reporters for almost forty years and they have never let me down. They have always been timely and accurate.
Michael C. LindbergCousineau, Van Bergen, McNee & Malone, P.A
For over 40 years, I have exclusively used Affiliated Court Reporters in my litigation practice. Their court reporting services in depositions and courtroom video playbacks have always been accurate, timely, and reasonably priced. Their reporters are flexible about times and locations, making scheduling easy.
Leslie LienemannCulberth & Lienemann, LLP
Affiliated Court Reporters has been my first choice for depositions since 1992. They are responsive, reliable, professional, accurate and timely.
Teresa RosenthalHeacox Hartman
Affiliated Court Reporters are great to work with. They professionally handle any of our deposition needs, whether in-person or via Zoom. It is very easy to schedule with them.
Ali SiebenSchwebel Goetz & Sieben
Affiliated Court Reporters are the best! They are always reliable to be where you need them to be. My experience over the past 5 years has been nothing but great. They are prompt in responding to all e-mail or phone requests, they’re always available wherever you need them (even if outstate), and they’re speedy in providing the transcriptions timely following a hearing. I highly recommended each and every reporter at Affiliated.
Eric S. WestphalHeacox Hartman
I have been working with Affiliated Court Reporters for almost 20 years. During that time, Affiliated Court Reporters has always met or surpassed my expectations. All of the court reporters are true professionals that are timely, courteous and accurate. It has always been a pleasure working with Affiliated Court Reporters and I look forward to our ongoing relationship for several more years.
Joseph MitchellHeacox Hartman
I have worked with many different reporting agencies and Affiliated Court Reporters is hands down the best. They deliver accurate transcripts on a timely basis. They are very responsive, accommodating and are great to work with.

The Affiliated Advantage: Expertise, Confidentiality, and Client Support

Certified. Experienced. Reporter-Owned. 

Affiliated Court Reporters is locally-owned, reporter-run, and brings decades of hands-on experience to every case. Our reporters are not just certified; they’re seasoned professionals who understand the rigors of complex litigation and the high stakes of intellectual-property disputes.

We are aware that patent cases frequently involve confidential research and development, trade secrets, or proprietary technical data. That’s why we have robust measures in place to safeguard your information, including encrypted transcript delivery, secure online storage, and strict confidentiality protocols.

Our commitment doesn’t end with the transcript. We offer dedicated client support, including scheduling assistance, technical support for remote or hybrid sessions, and a responsive team ready to help with logistics or last-minute changes. For many firms, that level of service makes all the difference in a fast-moving case calendar.

Who Should Use Our Patent Law Court Reporting Services

We work with a broad range of clients, including:

  • Patent prosecution firms working on intricate depositions or license disputes
  • Litigation departments of corporations defending or enforcing patents
  • Attorneys handling Markman hearings, validity or infringement trials, or licensing disputes
  • Expert witnesses (engineers, scientists, inventors) who need an accurate transcription of highly technical testimony
  • Multi-party litigation teams requiring coordinated, synchronized reporting, videography, and exhibit management

Whether you represent the plaintiff or defendant, a solo practitioner or a large firm, we scale our services to meet the complexity and demands of your case.

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Serving Minnesota and Western Wisconsin

We are proud to support law firms, corporations, and legal departments throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. Whether you need a class action litigation court reporter in Minneapolis, a video deposition setup in Eau Claire, or remote coverage for nationwide claimants, we have the reach and resources to make it happen.

Our local knowledge, combined with robust technical infrastructure, allows us to offer the accessibility of a national provider with the personalized service of a regional partner.

How to Schedule Us

 

Getting started with Affiliated Court Reporters is simple. Call us at 612-338-4348 or email us at patti@AffiliatedReportersMN.com to schedule a court reporter. We can accommodate in-person, remote, or hybrid depositions and hearings, and coordinate timelines, even last-minute or expedited requests.

 

Trust Affiliated Court Reporters for Your Next Patent Case

When you’ve invested time and resources into developing or defending a patent, you can’t afford anything less than precise, reliable, and secure documentation. At Affiliated Court Reporters, we treat every patent law case with the care and expertise it deserves. From real-time transcription and expedited delivery to secure exhibit management and professional videography, we deliver the full suite of litigation support you need.

Partner with a court reporting firm that understands that in patent law, every word matters. Contact us today and let us help you build your case on a foundation of accuracy, clarity, and confidence.