Maggie Court Reporter

Magna Legal Services; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A legal support services company seeks a Maggie™ Court Reporter to maintain accurate written records in legal proceedings. The role includes responsibilities like monitoring transcription, administering oaths, and managing transcript deliveries. Candidates should hold an Associate’s degree and have strong English skills. The position offers a starting salary of $50,000 per year and comes with benefits like medical insurance and 401(k). This is a full-time, entry-level position requiring a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Notary Public certificate required; assistance provided.
• Court Reporting Certification encouraged; assistance provided.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the keeper of the record for deposition and hearing proceedings.
• Monitor and edit real‑time transcription using Maggie™ proprietary software.
• Manage transcript delivery timelines and client communication.

Skills

Excellent English grammar, spelling, and punctuation

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency with computers

Ability to concentrate for extended periods

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s preferred

Notary Public certificate

Job description

Magna Legal Services provides end‑to‑end legal support services to law firms, corporations, and governmental agencies throughout the nation, delivering strategic advantage at every stage of legal proceedings.

As a Maggie™ Court Reporter, you will maintain the official written record of proceedings, ensuring accurate, real‑time capture of spoken word for diverse cases. This salaried, benefits‑eligible staff position offers career growth and advancement through tiered levels based on experience and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the “keeper of the record” for deposition and hearing proceedings.
• Administer the oath to witnesses prior to proceedings.
• Monitor and edit real‑time transcription using Maggie™ proprietary software to guarantee a verbatim written record.
• Protect the official record by intervening against crosstalk when necessary.
• Gather and preserve case information, participants, and exhibits needed for the final transcript.
• Manage transcript delivery timelines and client communication to ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet quality standards.
• Finalize and certify the transcript as an accurate, true record of the proceeding.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Notary Public certificate required; assistance provided.
• Court Reporting Certification encouraged; assistance provided.
• Excellent English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with computers.
• Ability to concentrate for extended periods, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
• Flexible to a hybrid work schedule with a mix of remote and in‑person work.

Compensation

Starting salary of $50,000 per year. The salary position within the range is based on education, qualifications, experience, performance, and other factors.

Employment type

Full‑time

Seniority level

Entry level

Job function

Writing/Editing and Legal

Industries

Benefits

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Magna Legal Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.