Legal Proofreader
Jamison, East Point, GA, United States
Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (“Jamison”) is currently seeking a qualified and motivated candidate for the position of Legal Proofreader to support our Transcriptionist/Court Reporter Department.
Must reside in the United States. Only candidates with proven experience in legal proofreading will be considered.
Schedule
Work 4-8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Occasional work on weekends or holidays may be required.
Location: Remote – candidates must be physically located in the United States.
Clearance Level Required: Must be able to pass a Federal Background check.
Hourly Rate: $18.50 plus benefits.
Qualifications
High school diploma
An understanding of legal terminology
A solid knowledge of English punctuation and spelling rules
Proven experience as a legal proofreader
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Previous experience listening to audio and comparing it against written text
Ability to focus for long periods of time
Time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, WavePad, and Express Scribe
Familiar with formatting in Word – margins, indents, headers/footers
Familiar with PDF programs – conversion from Word to PDF, password protection, word list creation, line/page counting programs
Familiar with working with Microsoft macros
Attention to detail
Previous legal transcriptionist experience
Possess excellent analytical and writing skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to ask questions for clarity and understanding
Previous experience working in a remote office environment
Job Responsibilities
Review raw human-typed transcripts for accuracy, spelling, punctuation, and adherence to Jamison's client guidelines
Ensure consistency across all clients
Meet or exceed client due dates
Provide ongoing comprehensive feedback to typists
Record feedback and document adherence by typists
Provide fact‑based recommendations regarding the amount and type of work assigned to typists and assist the department manager with questions regarding typists' status
Answer questions from typists and other staff regarding current guidelines
Meet or exceed department metrics for quality and production
Equal Employment Opportunity
Jamison affords equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity, or sexual orientation. No applicant will be subjected to unlawful harassment or discrimination.
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Must reside in the United States. Only candidates with proven experience in legal proofreading will be considered.
Schedule
Work 4-8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Occasional work on weekends or holidays may be required.
Location: Remote – candidates must be physically located in the United States.
Clearance Level Required: Must be able to pass a Federal Background check.
Hourly Rate: $18.50 plus benefits.
Qualifications
High school diploma
An understanding of legal terminology
A solid knowledge of English punctuation and spelling rules
Proven experience as a legal proofreader
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Previous experience listening to audio and comparing it against written text
Ability to focus for long periods of time
Time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, WavePad, and Express Scribe
Familiar with formatting in Word – margins, indents, headers/footers
Familiar with PDF programs – conversion from Word to PDF, password protection, word list creation, line/page counting programs
Familiar with working with Microsoft macros
Attention to detail
Previous legal transcriptionist experience
Possess excellent analytical and writing skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to ask questions for clarity and understanding
Previous experience working in a remote office environment
Job Responsibilities
Review raw human-typed transcripts for accuracy, spelling, punctuation, and adherence to Jamison's client guidelines
Ensure consistency across all clients
Meet or exceed client due dates
Provide ongoing comprehensive feedback to typists
Record feedback and document adherence by typists
Provide fact‑based recommendations regarding the amount and type of work assigned to typists and assist the department manager with questions regarding typists' status
Answer questions from typists and other staff regarding current guidelines
Meet or exceed department metrics for quality and production
Equal Employment Opportunity
Jamison affords equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity, or sexual orientation. No applicant will be subjected to unlawful harassment or discrimination.
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