Jenni L.

State

Washington

Favorite Color

Lavender

Current Speed

80

Age

50

Kids

Two of my own (adults now) and three step-teens

Pets

No, sadly – hoping to have a dog soon

Favorite Food

Curry

If court reporting didn’t exist, I’d be -

A writer

Hidden talent -

Making jewelry

Greatest non-court reporting achievement -

Publication of several articles in a business magazine & a holiday article, 1st place in a state writing competition

Secret desire -

To publish a novel

Best advice I’ve ever received -

Don’t come to the end of your life wishing you had done more. Do it now, while there is still time. Take risks!

I love court reporting because -

It’s challenging and draws on many skills all at the same time.

When I have 2 spare hours, I -

Spare time? What’s that?? Seriously, though, I like dancing, going for a walk, going to the gym.

Favorite singer, musician or group

I love global music – Juanes, Gypsy Kings, Asa, Amadou and Mariam, Natacha Atlas, Deeyah

In 5 years, I will be -

Traveling, working, traveling, working - repeat

How I discovered court reporting -

I’ve been a paralegal for 26 years & have always been interested in court reporting

Favorite Movie

Airplane!

Favorite TV Show

Bones

Best Court Reporting Tip

Read back everything

Anything you want to add about yourself

I’m a global nomad, born and raised overseas. Travel is still a passion!