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Fortz Legal Expands National Presence with New Sales Representative for the Philadelphia Metropolitan Region

Grand Rapids, MI – September 10, 2026 Fortz Legal, a leading provider of court reporting, process service, and digital forensics solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of a new Sales Representative based in Philadelphia to serve clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. This expansion strengthens Fortz Legal’s growing national footprint and reinforces its commitment to providing responsive, reliable, and high quality services to law firms, corporate l

3 days ago

Pigskin Pick'em - 2026

Get Ready for Our 8th Annual Pigskin Pick’em Contest! Calling all legal professionals! Football season is back, and so is the excitement of our Annual Pigskin Pick’em Contest! Join us this year for 18 weeks of exciting competition and fantastic prizes. Think you’ve got what it takes to predict the winners each week? Join our pool for a chance to win weekly prizes throughout the entire football season. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just love the game, this is your chance to

Aug 25

Fortz Legal Named No. 3568 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, the Most Prestigious Ranking of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Company Recognized for 77% Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses "We Made The List" Graphic by Inc. 5000 Grand Rapids, MI — August 11, 2026 Fortz Legal, a leading provider of litigation support and court reporting services, is proud to announce its inclusion on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America! Ranked No. 3568, Fortz Legal earned its fifth appearance on t

Aug 11

Deposition Summaries – Embracing AI

By Jason Sluyter One of the most common questions we receive when speaking with attorneys revolves around AI (Artificial Intelligence). Built on our mission statement: Our mission is to provide passion-filled and creative solutions to our clients’ many time-sensitive and diverse needs through our investment in people, technology, and the best resources in the industry. Fortz Legal is committed to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions to our clients, and one of our latest

Depositions

Jun 29

From Deposition 1 to 50k: What it's like with a father as a business owner.

Growing up, I lived a normal life, playing sports and hanging out with friends at school. I would sometimes spend time with my dad while he’d be at work, and I’d help where I could.

Fortz Legal

Jun 12

The Case for a Single Litigation Support Partner

Efficiency is everything in the legal world. When deadlines are tight and the stakes are high, Fortz Legal will save you time, reduce risk, and elevate your results as a single litigation support partner.

Depositions

Mar 31

Been in a Deposition B4? Call Your BINGO!

We highlighted moments that captured real deposition work like locating a witness in another state, scheduling same-day depositions, and transcripts that are overdue before it even hit your desk. If you've been in a deposition, then call your BINGO!

Events

Mar 31

2026 March Mayhem

Our long‑standing tradition continues! All legal professionals are invited to enter for a chance to take home exclusive prizes.

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Mar 6

Fortz Legal Expands National Presence with New Sales Representative for the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Region

Fortz Legal expands its national footprint with a new Sales Representative serving the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. The company continues to deliver responsive, reliable court reporting, process service, and digital forensics solutions to law firms, corporations, and government agencies.

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Feb 3

What is Litigation?

What is Litigation? Litigation is a formal process where disputes are settled through the courts. In instances where one cannot resolve issues between individuals, businesses, or organizations, then litigation serves to provide a clear process to either enforce or defend a legal right. The majority of people view litigation as trials, but the truth is that most cases are usually settled before reaching the trial stage, usually through negotiation or settlement. Fortz Legal en

Resources

Jan 23

Collage of a court reporter, lawyer, and witness providing testimony. Title says "Court Reporting Explained," and subtitle says "turning spoken testimony into written history."

What is Court Reporting?

What is a Court Reporter? At Fortz Legal, we work closely with court reporters every day. A court reporter is a trained professional who provides a verbatim record of legal proceedings. Often called "the guardian of the records," they create the official record of everything said in courtrooms, depositions, and hearings. Their work in the judicial system is vital, as transcripts serve as the official record of what took place. These records protect the integrity of the proces

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Jan 6

Celebrating Labor Day: A Time for Reflection and Teamwork

Labor Day weekend was a time to take a step back, recharge, and celebrate the hard work that makes a difference every day. At Fortz Legal, that means not only serving our clients with precision and reliability, but also taking care of the people behind the work. To kick things off, we all got together last Friday for a company bonding event. It was the perfect way to bond outside of the office, having a little fun and solidifying the teamwork that allows us to deliver seamles

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Sep 2, 2025

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The Case for a Single Litigation Support Partner

Depositions | Mar. 21

In the legal world, efficiency is everything. When deadlines are tight and the stakes are high, the last thing your team needs is to juggle multiple vendors for court reporting, process service, evidence management, and trial support.