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Neal R Gross & Co

Court Reporter (Contract)

Roanoke, VA · On-site

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 ...

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Miami, FL · On-site

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level federal court reporter in the United States is $80,550.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Federal Court Reporter vs Court Transcriber?

AspectEntry Level Federal Court ReporterCourt Transcriber
CredentialsStenographic certification, court reporting licenseTyping proficiency, transcription skills
Work EnvironmentFederal courtrooms, legal proceedingsAudio recordings, transcription software
Employer & IndustryFederal courts, legal institutionsLegal, medical, or corporate sectors
Search & ComparisonOften compared for transcription accuracy and certification

Entry Level Federal Court Reporters primarily work in courtrooms, providing official transcripts using stenography and court reporting licenses. Court Transcribers typically work with audio recordings outside court settings, focusing on transcription accuracy. While both roles require strong typing skills, court reporters need specialized certification and courtroom experience, whereas transcribers focus on audio-to-text transcription. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in legal transcription services.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Federal Court Reporter job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Locum Tenens, 83% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,550 per year, or $38.7 per hour.

Court Reporter (Contract)

Neal R Gross & Co

Washington, DC • On-site

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Posted 2 hours ago

Job description

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)

Requirements
  • 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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Benefits
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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