Overview
This role supports the production of accurate legal transcripts through expert review, editing, and proofreading of legal proceedings.
As a Scopist, Certified Reporter, you will review final and near-final transcripts alongside audio, verify content for accuracy, and help ensure error-free, verbatim records for legal use.
Responsibilities
- Review and proofread legal transcripts for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and formatting according to established style guides
- Verify transcript content against audio to ensure a verbatim and error-free record
- Prepare final transcripts by applying digital signatures and submitting for production
- Maintain proper archival of files and complete required reporting and logs
- Prioritize and organize workload effectively to meet deadlines and accommodate changes
- Support service partner programs through timely communication and quality assurance
- Model professional values and collaborate effectively with reporters and internal teams
Requirements
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to problem-solve and prioritize tasks
- Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR), Certified Court Reporter (CCR), Registered Professional Reporter (RPR), or Certified Verbatim Reporter (CVR) certification required
- Experience with transcript editing preferred
- Proficiency with CAT software editing tools and Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with digital transcript workflows and archival methods
- Minimum touch-typing speed of 70 wpm with a high degree of accuracy
- Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience editing transcripts
Compensation & Benefits
- Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, and supplemental insurance for employees and their dependents
- Retirement: Eligibility to enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan with match contribution
- Paid Time Off: Two weeks of vacation leave per year, or 80 hours annually
- Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year and 2 paid floating holidays per year
- Sick Leave: 5 paid sick days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement: Financial assistance to support career development
Location
- Primarily remote
- Requires a reliable power and internet connection
- Availability during scheduled hours for communication via phone, email, and instant messaging
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including but not limited to the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as similar laws in other jurisdictions.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodation.