Freelance Court Reporter Stenographer

Join Esquire as a Freelance Court Reporter / Stenographer a critical role where youll capture the official record of depositions and other legal proceedings supporting exceptional client delivery and legal accuracy.

Why Choose Esquire

Esquire is a nationally recognized leader in legal support services connecting you with a steady flow of high-quality assignments flexible scheduling and the tools you need to grow your freelance practice. Youll be part of a supportive network that values your expertise and empowers you to deliver your best work.

About the Role

As a Freelance Court Reporter you will capture and transcribe spoken testimony using stenographic equipment ensuring a complete accurate and timely legal record. Youll work with attorneys witnesses and legal professionals in a variety of settingson-site remote or hybriddelivering transcripts that meet the highest standards of quality and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend and record depositions arbitrations hearings and other legal proceedings
• Use stenographic equipment and CAT software to capture verbatim records
• Prepare edit and deliver certified transcripts within required timeframes
• Collaborate professionally with attorneys legal teams and clients
• Manage case-related materials exhibits and documentation
• Stay current with legal terminology and court reporting standards

What Youll Need

• Certification: State and/or nationally recognized court reporting certification (e.g. CSR RPR)
• Equipment: Reliable stenographic machine CAT software and transcription tools
• Experience: 1 years of experience preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply
• Professionalism: Exceptional accuracy confidentiality and time management
• Adaptability: Ability to work in-person remote or hybrid settings

What Success Looks Like

• High percentage of accurate and on-time transcript delivery
• Strong professional reputation among attorneys and legal teams
• Effective management of case materials and documentation
• Reliable and consistent use of CAT software and stenographic tools
• Positive engagement with Esquire support teams and colleagues

Work Environment

This role involves a combination of on-site remote or hybrid assignments. Success comes from strong time management proactive communication and maintaining professional relationships with attorneys witnesses and clients.

Ready for whats next in your career

Join a network that values your expertise and flexibilityapply now to become a Freelance Court Reporter with Esquire!

Dont meet every single requirement

We know that a truly inclusive workplace values potential just as much as experience. If youre excited about this role but dont match every qualification we still encourage you to apply. You may be exactly who were looking for.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations:

Esquire Deposition Solutions policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color religion creed gender gender identity or expression age national origin or ancestry citizenship disability sexual orientation marital status pregnancy veteran status membership in the uniformed services genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Esquire Deposition Solutions is committed to fair hiring practices. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with applicable laws including but not limited to the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. We also comply with similar laws in other jurisdictions where we operate.

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