Stephanie Leslie, Co-Founder, Regal Court Reporting
Mary Pierce
SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — An education session led by Regal Court Reporting Founder Stephanie Leslie and Mary Pierce, titled “From One Generation to the Next: Passing the Legacy of a Court Reporting Firm,” will be featured at the 2026 NCRA Conference and Expo.
Regal Court Reporting, widely regarded as a top acquisition partner for court reporting agencies seeking to avoid selling to corporate entities, is pleased to announce its role as a featured presenter at this year’s NCRA Conference and Expo. As one of California’s few remaining firms that is 100% court reporter-owned and exclusively steno-based, Regal is dedicated to offering agency owners an alternative path forward that helps safeguard the legacy they have built and the relationships they have fostered.
Regal Co-Founder Stephanie Leslie will share the stage with Mary Pierce, whose distinguished career in court reporting has spanned over four decades. In 2002, Mary founded Pantera Court Reporters, building a reputation founded on integrity and exceptional service. Earlier this year, after thoroughly evaluating her options as a business owner planning her next career move, Mary chose to merge Pantera Court Reporters with Regal Court Reporting.
“When I decided the time had come to transfer ownership and management of my agency, Pantera Court Reporters, after 24 years in operation, I selected Regal Court Reporting as my successor because I knew instinctively it was the right match—not only for me, but for my clients as well,” says Mary Pierce. “I am assured that their services align with my high standards, along with our agency’s prompt turnaround and professional integrity. The Regal Court Reporting team is courteous, supportive, and extremely skilled.”
Designed specifically for agency owners, the session led by Stephanie Leslie and Mary Pierce at the 2026 NCRA Conference and Expo will provide a content-driven presentation focused on educating fellow court reporter-owned agencies about crucial factors in developing an exit strategy. The presentation aims to assist attendees in:
• Grasping the practical and emotional dimensions of ownership transition
• Understanding why the industry requires more agency owners—and how to become one
• Obtaining advice on preparing a firm for sale to enhance its worth
• Identifying typical deal structure possibilities
• Remaining determined and trusting their instincts throughout the journey
Successful exit planning starts well before an actual merger or sale takes place. Court reporting agency owners interested in exploring next steps toward a future acquisition can request further assistance and information from Regal Court Reporting here.
About Regal Court Reporting, Inc.
Setting a new benchmark for excellence in the court reporting field, Regal Court Reporting was established in 2007. The firm offers extensive court reporting and litigation support services from the discovery phase through the conclusion of trial. Nearly every tier of support is accessible through Regal Court Reporting, including court reporting (during depositions or trial), videography (covering site inspections and independent medical exams), language interpreting, realtime services, remote depositions, an online depository, online scheduling, and Trial Technology. As an independently owned and operated entity, Regal Court Reporting has built a reputation for top-tier services, support, client care, and exceptional attention to detail. Unlike corporate-owned agencies, Regal Court Reporting is structured to deliver the concierge-level service that clients deserve. The company is actively seeking to acquire other independently owned agencies as it looks ahead. Regal Court Reporting’s headquarters are located at 1551 N. Tustin Ave, Suite 750, Santa Ana, CA 92705.
Paula Steurer
Sterling Public Relations
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