Magna Legal Services, a nationwide leader in court reporting, medical record retrieval, litigation consulting, investigations and service of process, has completed the acquisition of Everest Court Reporting. The transaction closed on Friday, July 24 and was led by John Brownschidle, Head of M&A at Magna Legal Services.

“Everest has built a business that is highly respected by its clients. We see tremendous opportunities to build on their success and continue delivering the high level of service both organizations are known for.”

– Jason Block, Chief Operating Officer of Magna Legal Services

Based in the Philadelphia area, Everest has built a strong reputation throughout Pennsylvania and beyond for its client service, industry expertise and support of complex, high-end matters.

Together, the organizations represent a combined workforce of more than 1,100 employees, 4,000 court reporters, 2,000 interpreters and 100 litigation consultants nationwide.

The acquisition builds on Magna’s presence in Philadelphia, home to the company’s headquarters, and reflects Magna’s continued focus on this very important market where Magna was born.

Jason Block, Chief Operating Officer of Magna Legal Services, said, “Everest has built a business that is highly respected by its clients. We see tremendous opportunities to build on their success and continue delivering the high level of service both organizations are known for.”

In total, 28 Everest employees will join Magna as part of the acquisition. Everest President Jennifer Luu, who has been instrumental in the company’s operations and client relationships, will continue with the business and help establish a presence within the Magna sales organization for Everest clients moving forward.

Everest founder Daniel Cotilla will remain involved with the business in a consulting role over the next 12 months to support a smooth transition and continued growth.

Daniel Cotilla said, “Merging with Magna was an easy decision. Magna shares our commitment to exceptional service, strong client relationships and delivering outstanding results. By joining forces, we can now offer our clients even more services to support every stage of the litigation process. Together, we are confident we will help our clients reach the peak of litigation support.”

Clients of Everest will now have access to Magna’s full suite of litigation support services, including nationwide court reporting, document translation, interpreting, medical record retrieval, social media surveillance, visual communications, jury consulting and investigative services.

Mark Williams, CEO & President of Magna Legal Services, said, “This combination reflects what we look for in a partnership: strong client relationships and a shared commitment to service. Everest has built an impressive business, and we are excited about the opportunities ahead as we combine our strengths and continue supporting clients across the country.”

 Magna Legal Services, a nationwide leader in court reporting, medical record retrieval, litigation consulting, investigations and service of process, has combined with Naegeli Deposition & Trial. The transaction became effective on Thursday, July 9 and was led by John Brownschidle, Head of M&A at Magna Legal Services.

“When I considered the future of Naegeli, it was essential to find a partner that would value our people, preserve our culture, and continue the level of service our clients have come to expect. I found that in Magna.”

– Marsha Naegeli, Founder, Naegeli Deposition & Trial

Founded in Portland, Oregon by Marsha Naegeli, Naegeli Deposition & Trial has grown from a respected court reporting firm into a full-service litigation support provider. Today, the company has built a strong reputation throughout the Pacific Northwest for exceptional client service, deep roots in the court reporting industry and a longstanding commitment to quality.

With approximately 140 Naegeli employees joining Magna, this represents one of the largest combinations in the company’s history. Together, Magna and Naegeli now comprise a workforce of more than 1,100 employees, 4,000 court reporters, 2,000 interpreters and 100 litigation consultants nationwide.

The combination significantly expands Magna’s presence in the Pacific Northwest while strengthening its national footprint. It also supports Magna’s continued evolution as a digital-forward organization through expanded digital reporting capabilities.

Equally important, Magna and Naegeli share a commitment to service excellence and long-term client relationships. Together, the organizations are well positioned to continue delivering the quality and responsiveness clients have come to expect.

Mark Calzaretta, Founder and Executive Vice President of Magna Legal Services, said, “What stood out to us about Naegeli was the quality of the business they have built and the trust they have earned from their clients over many years. We are excited to welcome their team to Magna and build on that success together.”

Naegeli’s leadership team will continue leading the organization as the companies thoughtfully align systems, processes and resources.

Marsha Naegeli, Founder of Naegeli Deposition & Trial, said, “When I considered the future of Naegeli, it was essential to find a partner that would value our people, preserve our culture, and continue the level of service our clients have come to expect. I found that in Magna. This combination creates new opportunities for our employees, expands the resources available to our clients, and positions the company for continued success for many years to come.”

Clients of Naegeli will now have access to Magna’s full suite of litigation support services, including nationwide court reporting, document translation, interpreting, medical record retrieval, social media surveillance, visual communications, jury consulting and investigative services.

Mark Williams, CEO of Magna Legal Services, said, “Every organization that joins Magna adds something unique to who we are as a company. Marsha has built an incredible business with outstanding people, a strong infrastructure and a long history of serving clients well. Those strengths make them a natural fit for Magna, and we are proud to welcome the Naegeli team as we continue growing together.”

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PHILADELPHIA, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Magna Legal Services, a nationwide leader in court reporting, medical record retrieval and litigation consulting, has completed the acquisition of JD Legal Support, a Salt Lake City, Utah, court reporting and litigation support firm. The acquisition closed on April 15, 2026.

JD Legal Support has a strong reputation in the Utah market, with long-standing client relationships and a proven track record supporting complex litigation matters. The acquisition strengthens Magna’s presence in Salt Lake City and expands its ability to support clients throughout Utah. It also increases the company’s national footprint to 32 office locations nationwide, supporting Magna’s continued growth and expansion in key regional markets.

“By integrating JD Legal Support’s court reporting capabilities with our broader litigation support offering, we are enhancing the value we deliver to clients and our ability to support complex matters nationwide.”
– Mark Williams, CEO, Magna Legal Services.

The acquisition was led by John Brownschidle, head of M&A at Magna Legal Services.

“We’re excited about the opportunity to build on JD Legal Support’s reputation,” said Brownschidle. “This acquisition reflects our continued commitment to partnering with high-quality court reporting firms that share our focus on service, reliability and innovation. We look forward to supporting their clients with expanded resources and capabilities.”

Julie Bloxham and Daren Bloxham, founders of JD Legal Support, will support Magna in their current roles, bringing more than 20 years of experience and deep expertise in the court reporting and deposition services landscape.

Clients of JD Legal Support will now have access to Magna’s full suite of services, including document translation, interpreting, medical record retrieval, social media surveillance, visual communications, jury consulting, investigative and nationwide court reporting services.

“For many years, we have enjoyed our working relationship with Magna Legal Services,” said Daren Bloxham, founder of JD Legal Support. “Mark Williams and the entire leadership team at Magna have created an amazing company that we are proud to represent, both to our clients and reporters. Their service lines and commitment to quality and innovation will be of great benefit to the Utah legal community. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Magna and look forward to the growth and experiences ahead.”

Mark Williams, CEO of Magna Legal Services, said, “This acquisition builds on an established foundation in Utah and reflects our continued focus on expanding Magna’s presence in key markets. By integrating JD Legal Support’s court reporting capabilities with our broader litigation support offering, we are enhancing the value we deliver to clients and our ability to support complex matters nationwide.”

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Magna Legal Services (Magna LS), an ALM award-winning leader in court reporting, medical record retrieval and litigation consulting, is proud to announce its merger with Basye Santiago Reporting (BSR), a prominent court reporting firm based in Delaware.

PHILADELPHIA, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Magna Legal Services (Magna LS), an ALM award-winning leader in court reporting, medical record retrieval and litigation consulting, is proud to announce its merger with Basye Santiago Reporting (BSR), a prominent court reporting firm based in Delaware. Founded over fifteen years ago, BSR has earned a reputation as a trusted leader in the Delaware market. The merger, effective March 17, 2025, was facilitated by Chase Culbertson, Head of M&A at Magna Legal Services.

“Having known Shenna and Yvonne for over 30 years, I am confident that this merger will be a seamless integration. We look forward to the combined strength of both companies as we continue to lead the industry forward.”
– Robert Ackerman, Magna Legal Services

The merger positions both companies for even greater success, as the union forms one of the largest and most comprehensive litigation support and consulting firms in the country. With a combined workforce of over 800 employees, 4,000 court reporters, 2,000 interpreters and 100 litigation consultants across 30 locations nationwide.

BSR’s founders, Yvonne Santiago and Shenna Basye-Cara, will continue to lead the BSR team, ensuring a seamless transition and upholding the firm’s excellent reputation. Clients of BSR will now have access to Magna’s full suite of services, including document translation, interpreting, medical record retrieval, social media surveillance, visual communications, jury consulting, investigative, and nationwide court reporting services.

“We’re thrilled to unite with Magna Legal Services,” said Yvonne Santiago, Co-founder of BSR. “This merger allows us to provide even greater value to our clients by offering a wider range of services and delivering cost savings through bundled solutions, such as medical record retrieval, investigative services, and jury research. We’ve had a long-standing relationship with Magna’s founders and are excited to reconnect and work together on this new chapter.”

Co-founder Shenna Basye-Cara echoed her sentiments, saying, “Our shared history with Magna’s leadership makes this partnership particularly exciting. With the merger, we’re positioning ourselves to serve clients not only in Delaware, but across the nation, with enhanced capabilities and efficiency.”

Robert Ackerman, Chairman of the Board of Directors Emeritus of Magna LS, shared his enthusiasm, noting, “Having known Shenna and Yvonne for over 30 years, I am confident that this merger will be a seamless integration. We look forward to the combined strength of both companies as we continue to lead the industry forward.”

Mark Williams, CEO of Magna Legal Services, expressed his enthusiasm for the merger, stating, “The combination of BSR with Magna LS will continue to strengthen our presence nationally, and particularly in Delaware and Pennsylvania. We are so enthusiastic to be joining forces with BSR and to further our national and global leadership together.”

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Magna Legal Services aquires Zanaras Reporting & Video. Both based in Philadelphia, the united company is one of the largest litigation support and consulting entities in the U.S.

Magna Legal Services (Magna LS), an ALM award-winning court reporting, medical record retrieval and litigation consulting industry leader, and Zanaras Reporting & Video announced today the combination of their firms. Both companies, headquartered in Philadelphia, were founded in 2007, reflecting a shared commitment to excellence and longevity in the industry. The two companies combined operations on November 13, 2023.

With a workforce of 658 employees and over 4,000 court reporters, 2,000 interpreters and 100 litigation consultants in 28 locations across the U.S., the union of Magna LS and Zanaras positions the united company as one of the largest litigation support and consulting firms, both in terms of scale and the range of services offered. Clients of Zanaras will now have easy access to Magna’s full suite of services, including document translation, interpreting, medical record retrieval, social media surveillance, visual communications, jury consulting, and nationwide court reporting services.

“I am thrilled to embark on this exciting journey with Magna Legal Services. The shared commitment to excellence and innovation aligns seamlessly with the values that have defined Zanaras Reporting & Video since its inception,” said Zanaras’ founder, Julie Zanaras. “Our team looks forward to contributing our expertise within the Magna family, ensuring an even more robust and comprehensive suite of services for our valued clients.”

Peter Hecht, Co-Founding Partner and Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Magna Legal Services, added, “Welcoming Zanaras into the Magna Legal Services family marks a significant milestone in our commitment to providing unparalleled legal support services. The union of our strengths enhances our ability to meet and exceed client expectations and provides clients of Zanaras additional service offerings to support their cases.”

Mark Williams, CEO of Magna Legal Services, extended his excitement about the merger, stating, “We look forward to taking the best practices of both of our organizations to create a better and stronger future together.  We are confident this is another partnership that will continue to create more opportunity for our clients, employees, and court reporters.”  

About Magna Legal Services

Magna is a leading provider of litigation support services to law firms, insurance companies, and corporations, offering a broad array of services that support clients through each phase of the litigation process, including court reporting, graphics design, jury consulting, record retrieval, and translation services.