Legal Proofreader

Jamison Professional Services

. Review raw human-typed transcripts for accuracy, spelling, punctuation, and adherence to Jamison's client guidelines .

Posted 10/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal proofreading and transcription, with a strong understanding of legal terminology and English punctuation rules. Proficient in providing feedback and ensuring adherence to client guidelines while managing time effectively in a remote work environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal Proofreading ExperienceLegal Transcriptionist ExperienceUnderstanding Of Legal TerminologyProficiency In Microsoft ExcelAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Legal ProofreadingLegal TranscriptionEnglish Punctuation RulesAudio ComparisonTime ManagementMicrosoft Word FormattingPDF Program FamiliarityMicrosoft MacrosWavePad ProficiencyExpress Scribe Proficiency

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft OutlookWavePadExpress Scribe

Industry Keywords

Legal TerminologyRemote Office EnvironmentClient GuidelinesQuality MetricsProduction Metrics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 typist adherence
Provide fact-based recommendations regarding the amount and type of work assigned to typists
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
Support the Court Reporter and Transcriptionist Department through operational, project, and administrative duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma
Must reside physically in the United States
Must be able to pass a Federal Background check
Proven experience as a legal proofreader is required
Previous legal transcriptionist experience is required
Understanding of legal terminology
Solid knowledge of English punctuation and spelling rules
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
Familiarity with Word formatting, including margins, indents, and headers/footers
Familiarity with PDF programs, including Word-to-PDF conversion, password protection, word list creation, and line/page counting programs
Familiarity with Microsoft macros
Attention to detail
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits offered with the hourly rate of $18.50
Equal employment opportunity and protection from unlawful harassment and discrimination
Online assessment may be provided to determine qualifications for positions requiring specific skills