Digital Court Reporter (Contract)

Neal R Gross and Co.

Fairfax (VA)

Hybrid

USD 34,440 - 61,992

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A Court Reporting and Transcription service company is seeking experienced Digital Court Reporters to capture legal proceedings across Virginia. Responsibilities include managing digital audio recording and ensuring high quality while adhering to legal standards. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience, proficiency in digital recording software, and the ability to work on-site and remotely. The position offers a contract with competitive compensation of $25-45/hour.

Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year of experience in legal or governmental proceedings.
Experience with multi-speaker and technical proceedings.
Ability to pass security screening for access to client sites.

Responsibilities

Capture digital audio recordings of legal proceedings.
Administer oaths and participate in depositions.
Ensure audio quality in real-time and annotate the record.

Skills

Digital recording software proficiency

Attention to detail

Command of English language

Adaptability to courtroom environments

Education

AAERT Certification

Tools

ForTheRecord

Liberty

AutoScript

Job description

Overview

Neal R. Gross and Co. is a leading Court Reporting and Transcription services company based in 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 seeking experienced Digital Court Reporters to capture verbatim records of legal proceedings with accuracy, professionalism, and reliability. This role involves both remote and in-person assignments, depending on client needs. Location: IN-PERSON - client sites in your local area.

Key Responsibilities

Capture clear and complete digital audio recordings of legal proceedings including depositions, hearings, and meetings.
Administer oaths and participate in depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
Monitor and ensure audio quality in real-time, annotating the record with speaker IDs and relevant notes.
Maintain a secure and organized record of proceedings, adhering to legal and confidentiality standards.
Upload and submit audio files and associated annotations through secure systems in a timely manner.
Communicate with scheduling and production teams to ensure accurate and on-time delivery of materials.
Represent NRGCO professionally in all proceedings and interactions.
Interact with high-level clients (Federal Govt, State Govt, Private Industry).

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Digital Court Reporter in legal or governmental proceedings.
Proficient in digital recording software, annotation tools, and audio file management.
Strong attention to detail and excellent command of the English language.
Ability to work independently and adapt to dynamic courtroom or deposition environments.
Experience covering multi-speaker and technical proceedings.
Familiarity with court terminology and procedure.
Ability to pass security screening for access to client sites, including government buildings.
Availability for occasional short-notice assignments.
AAERT Certification is strongly preferred.

Equipment and Software Requirements

Candidates must provide their own:
Laptop or computer with digital recording software (e.g., ForTheRecord, Liberty, AutoScript, Soniclear or equivalent).
High-quality microphones and backup recording devices.
Reliable internet access for file transfers and virtual proceedings.
Secure storage for audio files and notes until submission.

Benefits

This is a contract position and compensation is commensurate with experience. Compensation range is $25-45/hour. 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.

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