Court Reporter (Contract)

About the role

Neal R. Gross and Co. is a leading Court Reporting and Transcription services company based in the Washington, DC area, serving clients across the country. We are seeking experienced Court Reporters to work on a contract basis, visiting client sites in their local area. This role involves creating an accurate record of proceedings in various settings, including legal courts, non-profit board rooms, and depositions. We offer flexibility, with opportunities ranging from a few jobs a month to 2-3 per week.

Responsibilities

• Capture verbatim proceedings of courts, meetings, depositions, and hearings using Machine Shorthand, Voice, or Digital capture
• Administer oaths and participate in depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings
• Transport, set up, and operate equipment to accurately capture the record
• Perform advance preparation for assignments, including building job worksheets, reviewing case information, and ensuring proper hardware setup
• Ensure all exhibits are secured, proper file backups are performed, and required worksheets are completed and uploaded at the close of the proceeding
• Maintain all required reports and logs and respond promptly to communications
• Represent Neal R. Gross and Co. professionally in all proceedings and interactions
• Interact with high-level clients, including Federal Government, State Government, and Private Industry

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience working as a Court Reporter
• Prior experience and equipment are required; no training is provided
• 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 at client sites in your local area.