WFH Legal Transcriptionist

About This Role

Working from home, this Legal Transcriptionist will produce highly accurate, verbatim transcripts from legal audio and video recordings using Microsoft Word. The role focuses heavily on transcribing depositions, proofreading for proper grammar and formatting, and ensuring legal terminology is accurate. It is ideal for a self-motivated professional committed to delivering polished, high-quality work on strict deadlines, with exceptional attention to detail, strong editing skills, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe legal audio and video recordings into accurate, verbatim transcripts using Microsoft Word
• Prioritize accuracy when transcribing depositions and other legal proceedings
• Proofread and edit completed transcripts to ensure proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, formatting, and legal terminology
• Thoroughly review transcripts before submission and identify and correct errors independently
• Maintain consistent formatting, speaker identification, terminology, and document structure
• Listen carefully to audio recordings and accurately interpret conversations, including unclear or challenging sections
• Flag unclear audio, missing information, inconsistencies, or sections requiring clarification
• Organize and maintain transcription files systematically
• Meet required deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality
• Communicate promptly with the client regarding questions, issues, or clarification needed
• Follow established transcription and formatting guidelines consistently

Requirements

• Proven professional experience in legal transcription
• Strong experience transcribing depositions is required
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure
• Extensive experience transcribing directly from audio and/or video recordings
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to identify and correct errors without requiring constant supervision
• Strong typing and listening skills
• Ability to produce clean, polished, and professional transcripts
• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Word and digital audio/video files

Nice to have:

• Experience transcribing a high volume of legal depositions
• Experience working with law firms, attorneys, court reporters, or legal service providers