Court Reporter (Contract)

About the Role

Neal R. Gross and Co., a leading Court Reporting and Transcription services company based in the Washington, DC area, is seeking experienced Court Reporters to work on a contract basis. You will visit client sites in your local area to create accurate records of proceedings in legal courts, non-profit board rooms, depositions, and more. We offer flexibility, with opportunities ranging from a few jobs a month to 2-3 per week.

Responsibilities

• Takes down proceedings using Machine Shorthand, Voice, or Digital capture.
• Captures verbatim proceedings of courts, meetings, depositions, and hearings.
• Administers oaths and participates in depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Transports, sets up, and operates equipment to capture the record accurately.
• Performs advance preparation for assignments, including building job worksheets, reviewing case information, and ensuring proper hardware setup.
• Ensures all exhibits are secured, proper file backups are performed, and required worksheets are completed and uploaded at the close of the proceeding.
• Maintains all required reports and logs and responds promptly to communications.
• Represents NRGCO professionally in all proceedings and interactions.
• Interacts with high-level clients, including Federal Government, State Government, and Private Industry.

Requirements

• Prior experience and equipment are required; no training is provided.
• 1+ years working as a Court Reporter.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliably punctual and deadline-oriented.
• Can-do attitude and excellent work ethic.
• Ability to work independently.
• Organizational and time-management aptitude.
• Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent English language skills.
• Proficient with technology.
• Ability to pass security screening for access to client sites, including government buildings.
• NCRA, AAERT, or NVRA certification strongly preferred.

Location

IN-PERSON - client sites in your local area.

Benefits

This is a contract position, and compensation is commensurate with the candidate's experience. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other protected classes.