Legal Transcriptionist - Administrative Hearings (Remote, 1099)

Overview

This position is for an Independent Contractor (1099) Legal Transcriptionist supporting administrative hearings. Work is performed remotely from the United States.

Assignments provide a Microsoft Word draft generated from hearing audio, already formatted to a house standard (margins, 25 lines per page, line numbering, and header/footer set). You will listen to the recording from start to finish and correct the draft so it matches exactly what was said.

A certificate of accuracy must be signed (sworn legal statement made under penalty of perjury) and returned with the completed transcript.

Responsibilities

• Listen to hearing audio from start to finish and correct the provided Microsoft Word draft until it matches exactly what was said
• Maintain speaker tagging, oath handling, examination headings, and required back matter as trained
• Preserve speaker errors exactly (e.g., incorrect grammar, wrong dates)
• Apply reviewer feedback and follow written guidelines for each assignment
• Sign and return a certificate of accuracy after completing each transcript
• Meet statutory delivery deadlines

Requirements

• Resident of the United States and eligible to work as an independent contractor
• Prior legal or court transcription experience, or completion of a legal transcription training program
• AAERT CET certification is a strong plus
• Microsoft Word on a Windows or Mac desktop (not Google Docs, not Pages, not an online converter)
• Reliable internet, quality headphones, and a transcription foot pedal or equivalent playback control
• Strong grammar, punctuation, and spelling accuracy
• Discipline to leave speaker errors intact
• Willingness to work from written guidelines and incorporate reviewer feedback
• Consistent availability and demonstrated ability to hit deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• AAERT CET certification

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid per transcript page
• Rate will be shared when you apply

Location

• Remote, United States

Job Type

• Independent Contractor (1099)

Application Instructions

Email your resume, along with any transcription certifications and relevant education. Include the days and hours you’re available and your earliest start date.