Night-Shift Legal Proofreader (Onsite)

RRD Company; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

RRD Company in Phoenix is seeking a detail-oriented editor/writer to handle legal documentation with precision and clarity.

You will proofread, edit, and format complex documents, ensuring style consistency across citations and authorities, while meeting tight deadlines. This onsite role requires a strong command of English and experience in editing, writing, or journalism. The team emphasizes accuracy, focus, and professional communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism
• Experience in editing/writing
• Knowledge of style guides (The Chicago Manual of Style, AP Style, The Blue Book, and California Style Manual)
• Strong written and verbal communication, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Ability to meet deadlines while handling complex markups
• Familiarity with legal terminology and citation formats

Responsibilities

• Proofread complex legal documents to ensure consistency, spelling, dictation, syntax, punctuation, and grammar using the appropriate style guides
• Compare documents word for word against originals to ensure an accurate conversion
• Review cross-references and defined terms for accuracy and review Table of Authorities for accuracy and style
• Check handwritten revisions/electronic red lines against working draft to ensure all corrections are made accurately
• Conduct checks for the format, text accuracy, and statistical data
• Ensure content is accurate, clear, and complete and that material is organized logically
• Use established proofreading marks to note corrections
• Follow established policies and procedures at all times
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Editing

Writing

English Literature

Journalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RRD Company in Phoenix is seeking a detail-oriented editor/writer to handle legal documentation with precision and clarity.

You will proofread, edit, and format complex documents, ensuring style consistency across citations and authorities, while meeting tight deadlines. This onsite role requires a strong command of English and experience in editing, writing, or journalism. The team emphasizes accuracy, focus, and professional communication.