Legal

Court Reporter Career Guide

Create verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings, meetings, and speeches.

54Average
Median: $59,000
Hours/week: 40
Education: Certificate
Growth: 3%

Overview

Create verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings, meetings, and speeches.

Median Salary
$59,000
Weekly Hours
40
Education
Certificate
Job Growth
3%

Key Metrics

Stress5/10
Work-Life Balance7/10
Job Security7/10
Remote Friendly4/10
Physical Demand2/10
Automation Risk7/10

Pros

  • +Good pay
  • +Stable demand
  • +Important role
  • +Variety

Cons

  • -Repetitive
  • -Deadlines
  • -Equipment needed
  • -Automation risk

Savings Calculator

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Yearly Savings
$5,900
Monthly Savings
$492

Top Employers Hiring for Legal

Baker McKenzie
Latham & Watkins
Kirkland & Ellis
Local Law Firms
Government Legal Departments

About This Career

Create verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings, meetings, and speeches.

Guide to Education

Required Education

Certificate

Typical Training

2 years of experience/training

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need certification?

Yes, certification is typically required.

Where do court reporters work?

Courts, law firms, and freelance.

Is court reporting growing?

Slowly, with automation risk.

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