
Posted 28 days ago
Legal Scopist (Contract)
AI Summary
Reviews and edits court reporter transcripts for grammar, formatting, and legal accuracy, ensuring compliance with company style guidelines and delivering polished work on time as an independent contractor.
About this role
Magna Legal Services is a nationally recognized leader in litigation support, offering end-to-end solutions—ranging from court reporting and virtual depositions to jury consulting, graphics, record retrieval, and more.
Rooted in a client-first philosophy since 2007, Magna has built a reputation on high-quality, responsive service and strategic value at every litigation stage.
What You’ll Do:
As a legal scopist, you are responsible for reviewing and editing transcripts prepared by court reporters to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with legal formatting standards. Scopists contribute directly to the production of precise, professional transcripts that are relied upon in legal proceedings. In this role, you will:
- Review and refine deposition transcripts for grammar, formatting, and legal accuracy
- Ensure strict adherence to company style guidelines and industry standards
- Interact clearly and effectively with internal teams
- Uphold confidentiality and deliver polished work reliably and on time
Who You Are:
- A seasoned legal scopist or experienced legal transcription editor
- Well-versed in legal terminology, formatting, and style standards
- Exceptionally detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of managing multiple projects
- Comfortable and organized in a 1099 independent contractor role
- Familiarity with AI transcription platforms is a strong bonus
Additional Requirements:
To perform this work, contractors should have a reliable computer, a stable internet connection, and a quality set of headphones. Full training will be provided on our proprietary software used for producing transcripts.
Why Work With Us:
- Flexible remote work with immediate assignments available
- Competitive per-page or per-project compensation
- Join a high-caliber, supportive team that values precision and professionalism
Apply Today:
Send in your resume, a brief cover letter highlighting your scopist experience, and any work samples or references. Qualified candidates will be considered right away.
Job Type: Contract
Work Location: Remote
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