Legal Proofreader

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Evaluate raw human-typed transcripts for precision, grammar, punctuation, and compliance with Jamison's client guidelines.

• Maintain uniformity across all client accounts.

• Achieve or surpass client deadlines.

• Deliver continuous, thorough feedback to typists.

• Document feedback and track typist compliance.

• Offer evidence-based suggestions concerning the volume and type of work allocated to typists.

• Assist the department manager with inquiries about typists' performance.

• Respond to queries from typists and other personnel regarding current guidelines.

• Meet or exceed departmental benchmarks for quality and productivity.

• Aid the Court Reporter and Transcriptionist Department with operational, project-based, and administrative tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma is required.

• Must reside in the United States.

• Must successfully pass a Federal Background check.

• Proven experience as a legal proofreader is essential.

• Previous experience as a legal transcriptionist is mandatory.

• Familiarity with legal terminology is required.

• Strong knowledge of English punctuation and grammar rules is necessary.

• Ability to remain seated for extended periods.

• Previous experience in listening to audio and comparing it with written text is preferred.

• Capacity to concentrate for long durations.

• Strong time management abilities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, WavePad, and Express Scribe.

• Knowledge of Word formatting, including margins, indents, and headers/footers.

• Familiarity with PDF software, including Word-to-PDF conversion, password protection, word list creation, and page/line counting applications.

• Understanding of Microsoft macros.

• High attention to detail.

• Excellent analytical and writing capabilities.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to ask questions for clarification and comprehension.

• Previous experience in a remote office setting is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Benefits are included with the hourly pay rate of $18.50.

• Equal employment opportunity and protection against unlawful harassment and discrimination.

• An online assessment may be administered to evaluate qualifications for positions requiring specific skills.