Legal Transcriber

As Legal and Judicial agencies transition to a technology-driven workflow, VIQ Solutions is a leader in providing transcription services to various industries.

We are currently testing for experienced Legal/Judicial contract candidates who have significant experience transcribing depositions and hearings. This is a 100% remote opportunity for Independent Contractors.

Content to be covered includes depositions, hearings and other judicial proceedings. The work will involve intense attention to detail in discerning what is said, familiarity with legal terminology and excellent grammar. In this role you will process audio recordings, strictly adhering to style guides, to produce verbatim transcripts.

As an independent contractor for VIQ Solutions, candidates will have the opportunity to set their own schedule and receive guidance from our supportive, in-office team whenever needed. We have work available 24/7/365 to fit any schedule. Those with weekend availability are encouraged to apply.

Skill Requirements:

• Excellent Listening Skills

• Adherence to Deadlines and Client-Specific Style Guides

• Outstanding Literacy Skills -- including comprehension, spelling, and grammar

• Ability to Collaborate Remotely

• Typing Proficiency in both Speed and Accuracy

• Ability to Process Extreme Audio/Text Content (content may be offensive)

• Ability to Pass a Background Check

• Familiarity with Legal terminology

• Experience with court reporting, scoping or legal transcription required. Court reporting students will also be considered.

• Currently, this opportunity is not available to Massachusetts or California residents.

Technology is at the heart of our company. To utilize our global, cutting-edge transcription technology, you will need:

Equipment Requirements:

• High-speed internet

• Computer or laptop

• Noise-canceling Quality Headphones

• Windows 10 (If you are not sure of which version of Windows you have, one way you can check is by pressing Windows logo key + R, type: winver, then selecting OK)

• Antivirus program with daily virus definition updates (Except Webroot antivirus)

• Infinity Foot Pedal (highly recommended)

• Work with Microsoft Word

  Rates are paid per audio minute. Payments are made twice monthly via direct deposit.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.