Freelance Certified Digital Court Reporter

U.S. Legal Support; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Legal Support is seeking a Freelance Certified Digital Court Reporter to capture high-quality audio of legal proceedings. This role offers flexible scheduling, access to insurance, and numerous job opportunities nationwide. Ideal candidates will have certification and experience in digital court reporting, with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Access to insurance coverage

Job flexibility

Dedicated support team

Educational events

Qualifications

• Experience in Digital Court Reporting required.
• Ability to manage Digital Reporting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Record legal proceedings using technology.
• Prepare audio files and documents with annotations.
• Maintain complete records of all proceedings.

Skills

Digital Court Reporting certification

Ability to work independently

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

AAERT Certified (CDR and/or CER)

Notary License

Tools

Digital Reporting equipment

Job description

Freelance Certified Digital Court Reporter

Join to apply for the Freelance Certified Digital Court Reporter role at U.S. Legal Support.

U.S. Legal Support is seeking experienced Digital Court Reporters who are qualified, professional, and certified to capture high-quality audio and annotations of legal proceedings.

Responsibilities include:

• Utilize technology to record legal proceedings following established guidelines, rules, and procedures.
• Administer oaths as a Licensed Notary.
• Prepare audio files, exhibits, and documents with annotations for transcription.
• Read back parts of proceedings as requested.
• Maintain complete records of all proceedings.
• Transport, set up, and operate computer and audio equipment.
• Comply with all applicable laws.

Required Skills:

• Digital Court Reporting certification and experience.
• Ability to work independently.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to ask speakers for clarification or repetition.
• Prepare audio and annotations timely and according to standardized formats.
• Maintain accurate, legible records.
• Manage Digital Reporting equipment.
• Communicate daily with the office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of State and Federal Rules.

Certifications/Licenses Needed:

• AAERT Certified (CDR and/or CER).
• Notary License.
• State/Local Certifications if mandated by your state.

Why Work with U.S. Legal Support?

We offer:

• Flexible scheduling — set your own hours.
• Access to insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, and disability.
• Job flexibility — choose in-person, virtual, or hybrid proceedings.
• A dedicated support team.
• Numerous job opportunities nationwide.
• Access to our proprietary portal, Engage, for job tracking and support.
• Educational and entertaining events throughout the year.

Contact us to explore opportunities. We value the critical role of Digital Court Reporters in ensuring accurate transcripts for legal proceedings. Check out why we won the Happiest Employee 2022 Award at https://www.comparably.com/companies/u-s-legal-support.

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Law Practice

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