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Court Reporter (Contract)

Chicago, ILOnsiteContractEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Machine Shorthand
  • Voice Capture
  • Digital Capture
  • Verbatim Proceedings
  • Depositions
  • Hearings
  • Administer Oaths
  • Equipment Operation
  • Job Worksheets
  • Case Information Review

Nice to have

  • NCRA
  • AAERT
  • NVRA

Role summary

Neal R. Gross and Co. seeks experienced Court Reporters for contract positions. Responsibilities include capturing verbatim proceedings using specialized equipment (Machine Shorthand, Voice, or Digital capture) at client sites such as legal courts, board rooms, and depositions. The role requires advance preparation, equipment operation, exhibit management, and maintaining reports. Candidates must have 1+ years of experience, strong attention to detail, punctuality, and the ability to work independently. Proficiency with technology and the ability to pass security screenings are essential. Certifications from NCRA, AAERT, or NVRA are strongly preferred. This is a flexible contract role with compensation based on experience.

Neal R. Gross and Co. is a leading Court Reporting and Transcription services company based out of the Washington, DC area with work across the country. Our clients include local, state and federal courts, the House of Representatives, Department of Defense and clients in the private sector. We are looking for experienced Court Reporters to work on a contract basis to visit client sites in their local area. You will use specialized equipment to create an accurate record of proceedings in numerous places including legal courts, non-profit board rooms, and depositions. We are very flexible and looking for candidates that can work anywhere from a few jobs a month to 2-3 per week.
Location: IN-PERSON - client sites in your local area Takes down the proceeding using Machine Shorthand, Voice, or Digital capture Capture verbatim proceedings of courts, meetings, depositions, and hearings Administer oaths and participate in depositions, hearings, and other legal proceedings Transport, set up, and operate equipment to capture the record accurately 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 NRGCO professionally in all proceedings and interactions Interact with high-level clients (Federal Govt, State Govt, Private Industry) PRIOR EXPERIENCE AND EQUIPMENT IS 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 Here is a link to a day in the life of a Neal R Gross & Co Court Reporter!
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This is a contract position and compensation is commensurate with 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, or disability status or other protected classes.

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