Digital Court Reporter (Contract)

Neal R Gross & Co • Fort Pierce, FL

3d • $25 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Neal R. Gross and Co. is seeking experienced Digital Court Reporters to capture verbatim records of legal proceedings, including Grand Jury Trials, with accuracy, professionalism, and reliability. Assignments may be remote or in person depending on client needs, and may range from a few jobs per month to two or three per week based on availability and location. The posting specifies in-person work at client sites in the candidate’s local area. Candidates must be self-sufficient and supply the tools and expertise needed to perform independently. Prior experience and equipment are required.

This is a contract position. Compensation is commensurate with experience, with a stated range of $25–$45 per hour. Neal R. Gross and Co. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as a Digital Court Reporter in legal or governmental proceedings.
• Proficiency with digital recording software, annotation tools, and audio file management.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent command of the English language.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to dynamic courtroom or deposition environments.
• Experience covering multi-speaker and technical proceedings.
• Familiarity with court terminology and procedure.
• Ability to pass security screening for access to client sites, including government buildings.
• Availability for occasional short-notice assignments.
• Provide a laptop or computer with digital recording software, high-quality microphones, backup recording devices, reliable internet access for file transfers and virtual proceedings, and secure storage for audio files and notes until submission.

Nice To Haves

• AAERT Certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Capture clear and complete digital audio recordings of legal proceedings, including depositions, hearings, and meetings.
• Administer oaths and participate in depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Monitor audio quality in real time and annotate the record with speaker IDs and relevant notes.
• Maintain secure, organized records of proceedings in accordance with legal and confidentiality standards.
• Upload and submit audio files and associated annotations through secure systems in a timely manner.
• Communicate with scheduling and production teams to support accurate and on-time delivery of materials.
• Represent Neal R. Gross and Co. professionally during proceedings and interactions.
• Interact with high-level clients from federal and state government and private industry.

What This Job Offers

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