Freelance Stenographic Court Reporter

Neal R Gross & Co; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Regular assignments

Job summary

A premier legal service provider is seeking skilled Freelance Stenographic Court Reporters to accurately document legal proceedings in Washington DC. Candidates must have proven experience and be equipped for real-time transcription. The role offers flexible scheduling with opportunities for regular assignments. Reliability and attention to detail are essential, along with proficiency in CAT software.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a stenographic court reporter.
• Thorough knowledge of legal terminology and confidentiality standards.
• Reliable transportation and availability for in-person assignments.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Record a complete and accurate transcript of legal proceedings.
• Ensure final transcripts meet high standards of accuracy.
• Manage notes, handling sensitive information securely.
• Provide backup audio recording as required.

Skills

Real-time transcription skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of legal terminology

Attention to detail

Attention to detail

Education

NCRA Certification

Tools

CAT software

Realtime output

Job description

Neal R. Gross and Co. is a premier provider of court reporting and legal support services in Washington, DC, known for our commitment to accuracy, reliability, and client satisfaction. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and value to our clients in the legal profession.

Overview

We are seeking skilled Freelance Stenographic Court Reporters to capture and document legal proceedings, including depositions, arbitrations, and administrative hearings. This role demands precision, with the ability to deliver fully verbatim transcripts in ASCII and/or RTF format according to client specifications.

Location: Washington DC

Responsibilities

• Record a complete and accurate transcript of legal proceedings using advanced stenographic methods.
• Ensure that final transcripts meet high standards of accuracy and formatting, delivered in ASCII and/or RTF format according to the client’s templates and style guidelines.
• Manage and organize notes, ensuring that sensitive information is handled securely and professionally.
• Capture and provide backup audio recording to court reporting agency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a stenographic court reporter, preferably with a background covering depositions, arbitrations, and administrative hearings.
• Real-time transcription skills, with the necessary equipment and software to display real-time text.
• Thorough knowledge of legal terminology, courtroom and deposition protocols, and confidentiality standards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and adapt to different client needs.
• Reliable transportation and availability for in-person assignments within the Washington, D.C. metro area.
• Proficiency in using CAT software and maintaining dictionaries for real-time output.

Preferred Qualifications

• NCRA Certification or relevant to stenographic court reporting.

Bonus Qualifications

• Ability to provide real-time transcription services, allowing immediate access to text for attorneys and other legal professionals during proceedings.
• Real-time transcription equipment and software to display real-time text.

Additional Perks

• Opportunities for regular assignments within a network of established clients.
• Flexible schedule with the option to accept assignments based on availability.

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, or disability status or other protected classes.