Freelance Licensed Court Reporter

Capitol Pacific Reporting, Inc.; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Capitol Pacific Reporting, Inc. is seeking a Freelance Licensed Court Reporter for a hybrid, contract-based position based in Washington state. The reporter will capture depositions, hearings, and legal proceedings both in-person and remotely, producing verbatim transcripts to exacting standards.

You will attend proceedings, swear witnesses, and deliver timely transcripts while coordinating with attorneys, staff, and schedulers. Maintain confidentiality and stay current with reporting technology.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in court reporting, including real-time reporting and accurate capture of legal proceedings.
• Strong transcription skills with excellent grammar, spelling, and attention to detail in producing final transcripts.
• Experience working in court proceedings and depositions, with a solid understanding of legal terminology and protocols.
• Ability to accurately record and preserve testimony, including handling multiple speakers and complex subject matter.
• Reliable reporting equipment and software suitable for remote and hybrid proceedings.
• Strong time management skills, ability to meet strict deadlines, and comfort working as an independent contractor.
• Professional communication skills and a commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and client service.
• Prior experience with remote depositions and familiarity with common video-conferencing platforms is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled proceedings, in-person or remotely, to capture testimony.
• Swear in witnesses and ensure proper oath administration.
• Take down testimony using approved reporting methods.
• Produce timely, formatted transcripts in accordance with standards.
• Coordinate with attorneys, staff, and schedulers; manage deadlines.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain professional equipment; stay current with reporting technology.
• Comply with licensing and notary requirements.

Skills

Real-time reporting

Transcription accuracy

Legal terminology

Deadline-driven

Confidentiality

Independent contractor

Remote depositions

Video conferencing

Job description

Company Description

Capitol Pacific Reporting, Inc. is a leading court reporting firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in remote, in-person, and hybrid depositions and hearings. Since 1978, the company has provided dependable, high-quality court reporting services and comprehensive litigation support to the legal community. The team is committed to client success through responsive scheduling, accurate transcripts, and knowledgeable staff. Reporters regularly pursue continuing education and adopt new technologies to maintain up-to-date skills. With multiple office locations and dedicated coordinators, Capitol Pacific Reporting helps ensure smooth, well-organized proceedings for clients.

Role Description

This is a contract role for a Freelance Licensed Court Reporter in a hybrid arrangement based in Washington state with some work-from-home flexibility. The court reporter will capture and preserve the record of depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings, both in-person and remotely, ensuring accurate verbatim transcripts. Day-to-day responsibilities include attending scheduled proceedings, swearing in witnesses, taking down testimony using approved reporting methods, and producing timely, formatted transcripts in accordance with industry and company standards. The role also involves coordinating with attorneys, staff, and schedulers; managing deadlines; and handling confidential information with discretion. The contractor is expected to maintain professional equipment, stay current with reporting technology, and comply with all licensing and notary requirements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in court reporting, including real-time reporting and accurate capture of legal proceedings.
• Strong transcription skills with excellent grammar, spelling, and attention to detail in producing final transcripts.
• Experience working in court proceedings and depositions, with a solid understanding of legal terminology and protocols.
• Ability to accurately record and preserve testimony, including handling multiple speakers and complex subject matter.
• Reliable reporting equipment and software suitable for remote and hybrid proceedings.
• Strong time management skills, ability to meet strict deadlines, and comfort working as an independent contractor.
• Professional communication skills and a commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and client service.
• Prior experience with remote depositions and familiarity with common video-conferencing platforms is highly beneficial.