Tri-C Captioning and Court Reporting Employment Opportunities
About Prevail Legal
We are a well-funded startup founded in San Francisco with a diverse team located across the country. Our platform combines secure video conferencing with intuitive tools for remote, in-person, and hybrid legal proceedings.
Job Overview
This role requires in-person work based in Austin, Dallas, or Houston, Texas, and reports to the Senior Operations Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with live stenographic Prevail depositions/sessions, including recording on the Prevail platform, deposition read on/Swearing in Witness, marking and maintaining Exhibits, monitoring and managing the session, and assisting with technical/administrative needs.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Current Notary License for the state of Texas.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience with video conferencing/database platforms.
- Excellent working knowledge of Google Workspaces/Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, etc.).
- A webcam, headset, and computer are required.
Compensation
The estimated hourly pay range for this position is $20-$25/hour, depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Click here to apply.
ABOUT THE COURT
Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States. Its 580 judges and commissioners work in one of the 36 facilities within the Court's 12 judicial districts and are supported by more than 4,800 full-time Court employees. The Court has an annual budget of more than $1 billion. Located in Southern California, Los Angeles County is geographically one of the nation's largest counties, covering 4,752 square miles and, with over 10,400,000 residents, is also one of its most populous counties.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Court Reporters are responsible for providing accurate verbatim reporting of proceedings in all required or requested court hearings, which include civil, criminal, juvenile, and grand jury. Reporters are responsible for providing real-time reporting services to judicial officers, preparing transcripts in accordance with applicable Government Codes, Rules of Court, and Statues, and providing read back upon request.
Various positions available throughout LA County (see all our locations).
SALARY
Full-time: $10,901.18 - $11,200.64 Monthly
Part-time 3/5: $6,540.71 - $6,720.38 Monthly
Daily as needed: $501.20 - $514.97 Full Day
$250.60 - $257.49 Half Day
Applicants with courtroom experience may be eligible for salary negotiation.
TELEWORK OPPORTUNITIES
This position is not eligible for telework opportunities.
THE COURT OFFERS EXCELLENT BENEFITS
Comprehensive benefits plan (with options for medical, dental, vision, disability, dependent care spending accounts, and life)
Deferred compensation plans (457) with up to 4% salary match
Retirement plan (through LA County Employees Retirement Association)
Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
14 Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Mileage and Parking Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Unlimited Paid Jury Duty Leave
Reciprocity relationship between certain public retirement systems in California
NEW HIRE INCENTIVES
New hire incentives available to Machine Stenographers and Voice Writers.
Signing Bonus - $20,000
Relocation Reimbursement - Up to $5,000 if relocating at least 100 air miles from Stanley Mosk Courthouse
Equipment and Student Loan Allowance - Up to $15,000
Finder's Fee - Los Angeles Superior Court employees are eligible to receive up to $15,000
ADDITIONAL COURT REPORTER BENEFITS
Annual Equipment Allowance: $500
Floater Bonus of 5% per pay period
Monthly Real-Time Certification Allowance: 5.5%
Reimbursement for Continuing Education Costs: Up to $1,000
Reimbursement of Annual California CSR License Fees
Reimbursement for Annual YesLaw Subscription
Reimbursement of Realtime Certification Exam Expenses upon Passing
Opportunity to Earn Extra Income through Supplemental Transcript Services
EXCELLENT TRAINING AND ONBOARDING PROGRAM
2-week training and onboarding program including classroom and on-the-job training. Court reporters learn about the Court's various areas of litigation, transcript preparation, billing procedures, and customer interactions.
90-day real-time reporting acclimation period affording the court reporter the opportunity to work in different areas of litigation and build litigation specific dictionaries.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
To qualify, you must meet the following selection requirements at the time of application:
A current Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license issued by the Court Reporters Board of California
Real-time reporting capability*
Computer-aided transcription (CAT) capability
Paperless writer equipped with 1 form of removable memory in addition to internal memory -OR- voice writing equipment
*Court Reporters are required to provide real-time reporting to Judicial Officers after an optional 90-day acclimation period.
Note: A valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation is required to carry out job-related essential functions.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable qualification. This is not a mandatory requirement:
Certified Real-time Reporter (CRR) Certification
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
Qualifying evaluation of certification and selection requirements, based upon submitted application materials. Applicants who meet the selection requirements will be placed on an eligible list which will remain valid for up to one year and may be invited to participate in an oral interview. This will include verification of the equipment requirements and of real-time capability, and a transcription and readback exercise to demonstrate knowledge, skills, abilities, and readiness for the position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
For general application information, please access the Online Employment Application Guide.
Los Angeles Superior Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment.
Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process can contact the email address provided below.
Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.
Questions regarding this posting may be e-mailed to mpenate@lacourt.org.
Click here for application link.
Summary
An Official Court Reporter is responsible for the verbatim reporting of proceedings held before United States District Judges and Magistrate Judges and for the transcription of those proceedings upon request. Court Reporter positions and continued employment of court reporters are subject to available funding supplied by the Administrative Office of the United States Courts.
Duties
Attend and record verbatim court sessions for both civil and criminal proceedings; read back portions of court record as required.
Provide transcripts within the time and cost limitations set by the Judicial Conference; electronically file with the Clerk of Court a copy of all transcripts prepared concurrently with delivery to the requesting parties.
Provide transcripts and/or real-time feed to the Court upon request, without charge.
Perform such administrative duties as required, such as billing for transcripts, financial and other record keeping, preparation and filing of required Administrative Office reports, and responding to official correspondence and telephone calls.
Maintain and safeguard records until they are disposed of according to statutory requirement and Judicial Conference policy.
Work well under pressure and produce transcripts within strict time limitations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship required or eligible to work in federal service.
Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.
The selected candidate will be subject to a background check that includes an FBI fingerprint check as a condition of employment.
Veterans' preference is not a factor used in Judicial Branch appointments.
Employees of the U.S. District Court are "At-Will" employees and are required to adhere to a Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees, which is available to candidates for review on our website at https://www.wvnd.uscourts.gov/.
Position will require travel.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills and be willing to work as part of a team of reporters to meet the court's needs. Candidates should be highly organized, possess tact, good judgment, poise, initiative, and maintain confidentiality, a professional appearance and appropriate demeanor at all times.
Required: An applicant for appointment as an Official Court Reporter in a United States District Court must possess as a minimum requirement at least one year of prime court reporting experience in a court, or in the freelance field of service, or a combination thereof, and have qualified by testing for listing on the registry of professional reporters of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or passed an equivalent qualifying examination.
Preferred:
Realtime certification
Federal court experience
Salary Range:
Four increment levels are authorized for merit and Realtime certification. Starting salary level is commensurate with qualifications.
Level 1: Starting salary ($95,882) (minimum qualifications).
Level 2: Starting salary plus 5% ($100,676) - requires merit certification.
Level 3: Starting salary plus 10% ($105,471) - requires Realtime certification.
Level 4: Starting salary plus 15% ($110,265) - requires Realtime certification and merit certification.
Merit certification = registered merit reporter from the NCRA.
Realtime certification = successful completion of a certified Realtime examination by NCRA or equivalent exam.
Education
Passed testing for the registry of professional reporters or passed an equivalent qualifying examination.
Additional information
U.S. District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.
Required Documents
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Application Procedure:
Qualified applicants must submit one PDF file with a completed Application for Judicial Branch Federal Employment (AO 78), a cover letter, resume and professional references. One PDF file should be sent to kelly_fry@wvnd.uscourts.gov
Agency contact information
Kelly Fry
Address
US District Court, Northern District of West VA
1125 Chapline Street
P.O. Box 471
Wheeling, WV 26003
US
Applications close 2/26/25
Salary $94,510.00 - $108,686.00
The Middle District of Florida seeks a mission-driven professional to serve as a full-time Official Court Reporter to help provide fair and impartial justice. The ideal candidate possesses excellent interpersonal, computer, and analytical skills; strong work ethic; and resilience. This meaningful career opportunity is located in the Fort Myers division.
The Official Court Reporter attends and records verbatim by computer-aided technology all testimony for civil and criminal court proceedings. At the request of a party or by order of the Court, the Court Reporter provides transcripts within the time frames and at the applicable per page rates in accord with Judicial Conference regulations. Additionally, Court Reporters are responsible for complying with Judicial Conference billing and format requirements. Court Reporters must adhere to this District’s Plan for the Effective Utilization of Court Reporters and must maintain accurate, legible records which are subject to audits. This position also involves completing record keeping forms, documenting the information contained in reports, as well as maintaining and safeguarding records until disposition according to statutory requirements and Judicial Conference policy.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Have at least 1 year of prime court reporting experience in the freelance field of service, or in other courts, or a combination thereof.
Be qualified by testing for listing on the Registry of Professional Reporters (RPR) of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA), or passed an equivalent qualifying examination.
Possession of and skill in the use of computer-aided transcription equipment.
Applicants must be RealTime Certified or willing to become RealTime Certified within 12 months of hire date.
Salary Levels
Level I - must meet stated minimum qualifications
Level II -must meet stated minimum qualifications and requires merit certifcation
Level III - must meet stated minimum qualifications and requires realtime certification
Level IV - must meet stated minimum qualifications and requires realtime certification and merit certification
Information for Applicants
To apply:
applications must be submitted through the posting on https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/flmd
attach your cover letter and resume as one PDF document named "last name, first name" (e.g. Smith, John)
Due to the number of resumes received, only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Applicants must be U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States
Employees must use the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit
The selected candidate will be subject to a background check as a condition of employment
Employer
USDC - Middle District of Florida
Website
Address
401 W. Central Blvd
Suite 2100
Orlando, Florida, 32801
Court reporters remain one of the most in-demand professions in the legal industry.
Court reporters have a critical role in legal proceedings, which require an exact record of what occurred. Our reporters are responsible for producing a complete, accurate, and secure transcript of trials and other legal proceedings.
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Fiduciary Reporting, Inc. is currently seeking court reporters available for criminal proceedings in the Virginia Beach and Eastern Shore courthouses.
This is a 1099 contractor position. This allows you the freedom to set your availability and how much you’re willing to work.
REQUIREMENTS:
Stenographically, or by use of voice writing equipment, reports verbatim court proceedings by use of Computer-Aided Transcription equipment and software.
Licensure is not currently required in the State of Virginia. A certificate in court reporting or voice writing is required.
May also consider candidates currently in school for stenography/voice writing (unpaid mentorship available).
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Take down and produce verbatim transcripts of criminal trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings where an official record is required.
Ask speakers to clarify unclear or inaudible statements.
Research when necessary to verify technical, legal, medical, and other specialized terms.
Maintain confidential information according to legal standards and/or court regulations and maintain court reporter notes per statute.
Establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others, including judicial officers, attorneys, supervisors, coworkers, other agencies, and the public.
PAY:
Our reporters are paid biweekly.
As a court reporter, your earning capacity depends on your availability to work and your ability to keep up with transcript backlog.
If interested, please contact Gretchen Gregory/Dana Pon with Fiduciary Reporting, Inc.
fiduciaryreporting@cox.net or 757-482-2729
An Official Court Reporter is responsible for the verbatim reporting of proceedings held before United States District Judges and Magistrate Judges and for the transcription of those proceedings upon request. Court Reporter positions and continued employment of court reporters are subject to available funding supplied by the Administrative Office of the United States Courts.
Duties:
- Attend and record verbatim court sessions for both civil and criminal proceedings; read back portions of court record as required.
- Provide transcripts within the time and cost limitations set by the Judicial Conference; electronically file with the Clerk of Court a copy of all transcripts prepared concurrently with delivery to the requesting parties.
- Provide transcripts and/or real-time feed to the Court upon request, without charge.
- Perform such administrative duties as required, such as billing for transcripts, financial and other record keeping, preparation and filing of required Administrative Office reports, and responding to official correspondence and telephone calls.
- Maintain and safeguard records until they are disposed of according to statutory requirement and Judicial Conference policy.
- Work well under pressure and produce transcripts within strict time limitations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Conditions of Employment:
- U.S. citizenship required or eligible to work in federal service.
- Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.
- The selected candidate will be subject to a background check that includes an FBI fingerprint check as a condition of employment.
- Veterans' preference is not a factor used in Judicial Branch appointments.
- Employees of the U.S. District Court are "At-Will" employees and are required to adhere to a Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees, which is available to candidates for review on our website at https://www.wvnd.uscourts.gov/.
- Position will require travel.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills and be willing to work as part of a team of reporters to meet the court's needs. Candidates should be highly organized, possess tact, good judgment, poise, initiative, and maintain confidentiality, a professional appearance and appropriate demeanor at all times.
Required: An applicant for appointment as an Official Court Reporter in a United States District Court must possess as a minimum requirement at least one year of prime court reporting experience in a court, or in the freelance field of service, or a combination thereof, and have qualified by testing for listing on the registry of professional reporters of the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) or passed an equivalent qualifying examination.
Preferred:
Realtime certification
Federal court experience
Salary Range:
Four increment levels are authorized for merit and Realtime certification. Starting salary level is commensurate with qualifications.
Level 1: Starting salary ($95,882) (minimum qualifications).
Level 2: Starting salary plus 5% ($100,676) - requires merit certification.
Level 3: Starting salary plus 10% ($105,471) - requires Realtime certification.
Level 4: Starting salary plus 15% ($110,265) - requires Realtime certification and merit certification.
Merit certification = registered merit reporter from the NCRA.
Realtime certification = successful completion of a certified Realtime examination by NCRA or equivalent exam.
Education:
Passed testing for the registry of professional reporters or passed an equivalent qualifying examination.
Click here to view the full job posting and application instructions.
Applications accepted through Feb. 26, 2025.