Court Reporter with Government Security Clearance (Contract)

Neal R Gross and Co.; Nashville (TN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading court reporting firm is seeking experienced Court Reporters to work on a contract basis. This role involves capturing verbatim proceedings at client sites in Nashville and requires prior experience and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will be proficient in technology, have a strong attention to detail, and must pass security screenings for access to government buildings. Contract compensation will match experience level and benefits may be available.

Qualifications

• 1+ year working as a Court Reporter.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proficient with technology and equipment use.

Responsibilities

• Capture verbatim proceedings of courts, meetings, and hearings.
• Administer oaths during legal proceedings.
• Ensure all exhibits are secured and perform proper file backups.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Time-management

Independent work ability

Punctuality

Education

NCRA, AAERT, or NVRA certification

Job description

Court Reporter with Government Security Clearance (Contract)

Neal R. Gross and Co. is a leading Court Reporting and Transcription services company based out of the Washington, DC area with work across the country. Our clients include local, state and federal courts, the House of Representatives, Department of Defense, and clients in the private sector. We are looking for experienced Court Reporters to work on a contract basis to visit client sites in their local area.

Location: IN-PERSON – client sites in your local area.

Responsibilities

• Takes down proceedings using Machine Shorthand, Voice, or Digital capture.
• Capture verbatim proceedings of courts, meetings, depositions, and hearings.
• Administer oaths and participate in depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Transport, set up, and operate equipment to capture the record accurately.
• Perform advance preparation for assignments, including building job worksheets, reviewing case information, and ensuring proper hardware setup.
• Ensure all exhibits are secured, perform proper file backups, and complete required worksheets and upload them at the close of the proceeding.
• Maintain all required reports and logs and respond promptly to communications.
• Represent NRGCO professionally in all proceedings and interactions.
• Interact with high‑level clients (Federal Govt, State Govt, Private Industry).

Requirements

• Prior experience and equipment required; no training provided.
• 1+ year working as a Court Reporter.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliably punctual and deadline‑oriented.
• Can‑do attitude and excellent work ethic.
• Ability to work independently.
• Organizational and time‑management aptitude.
• Exceptional problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Excellent English language skills.
• Proficient with technology.
• Ability to pass security screening for access to client sites, including government buildings.
• NCRA, AAERT, or NVRA certification strongly preferred.

Benefits

This is a contract position; compensation is commensurate with candidate's experience.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Administrative

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected classes.